On 30 July, 2010, Honda VFR1200F has been launched in Indian market at price of Rs.17.5-lakh. This bike has set a new standard in motorcycle performance that will stand as a milestone in the history of ‘Fun Biking’ in India.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India President and CEO Shinji Aoyama quoted as saying, "This fun bike is manufactured at the Honda's most advanced facility and the mother plant of global motorcycles - the Kumamoto factory in Japan. VFR1200F is a concept driven by extensive customer needs and adaptation of state-of-the-art technologies."
With its state-of-the-art technology and radical styling, Honda VFR1200F delivers a combination of sports and touring capabilities to premium Indian customers who are actively on a look out for brands that have a high ‘FUN’ quotient.
The bike is available in two colors – Candy Prominence Red and Seal Silver Metallic. Honda is expected to start deliveries as early as the 3rd week of August 2010.
The VFR1200 F is a clean-sheet interpretation of the ultimate road sport machine – a concept driven by extensive understanding of customer needs.
Following are the specifications of Honda VFR1200F:
- Bore and Stroke: 81mm x 60mm
- Compression ratio: 12.0:1
- Engine Type: 1237cc liquid-cooled 76 degrees V4
- Transmission: 6-speed (VFR1200F) / Six-speed automatic with two modes and manual mode (VFR1200F with Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission)
- Final Drive: Shaft
- Valves: SOHC, four valves per cylinder
- Induction: PGM-FI 44mm throttle bodies
- Suspension: Front: 43mm; 4.7 inches travel; Rear: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock; 5.1 inches travel
- Brakes: Front: Dual 320mm discs, CBS 6-piston calipers with ABS; Rear: Single 276mm disc, CBS two-piston caliper with ABS
- Ignition: Digital electronic
- Tires: Front: 120/70 ZR17 radial; Rear: 190/55 ZR17 radial
- Trail: 101.0mm (4.0 inches)
- Seat Height: 32.1 inches (815mm)
- Fuel Capacity: 4.9 gallons
- Wheelbase: 60.8 inches (1545mm)
- Curb Weight: 591 lbs (VFR1200F) / 613 lbs (VFR1200F with Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission) – includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel – ready to ride.
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Anonymous — Wed, 10/27/2010 - 17:05Spender Pro is good bike i like it
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My review with Honda VFR1200F Bike
Anonymous — Sat, 07/31/2010 - 17:43Honda VFR1200F is a sporty bike which looks attractive & stylish. The price of Honda VFR 1200f is Rs. 17.5 lakh which is affordable as compare to its features and specifications.