American Honda Motor Company’s Powersports Division announced the release of the much-anticipated 2010 VFR1200F.
"This is one of the most exciting motorcycles in Honda’s history," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "The VFR1200F establishes a whole new definition of performance motorcycling, one that taps into Honda’s rich V-4 VFR heritage and extends it into the future of Honda motorcycling. The new technology within this motorcycle is flat-out amazing and it all works together in a manner that takes the VFR1200F strides forward in how a high-end machine looks, works and feels. This is a sport motorcycle that will leave you smiling and ready for more even after you’ve been riding for hours on end."
More detailed information and images of Honda’s model line can be found on www.powersports.honda.com or see your local Honda powersports dealer.
VFR1200F
The 2010 VFR1200F embodies the next generation of new motorcycle technology, resulting in unsurpassed rider benefits for those in search of a sporting motorcycle that truly transcends common bounds. Honda’s V-4 heritage has been re-invented in astonishingly innovative form through the fusion of advanced technology to craft a futuristic sport motorcycle created for the sheer joy of riding, custom tailored for experienced hands who ride hard, ride long, ride far and ride often.
Just a few of the incredible features and benefits found in the VFR1200F include Honda MotoGP engine technology and architecture; a light and compact 1237cc liquid-cooled 76-degree V-4 that pumps out amazing levels of power; Throttle By Wire for next-generation throttle response; lightweight and compact Unicam? valvetrain allows for significantly smaller cylinder heads; optional Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission with manual mode and automatic mode with two D/S modes and paddle-style shifters; Honda slipper clutch in the manual-shift VFR1200F; GP technology layer-concept aero fairing for unrivaled air management and futuristic style; next-generation shaft drive system with offset pivot point and sliding constant-velocity joint for a new level of shaft-drive performance and control.
The VFR1200F will be available at Honda dealers in Spring of 2010. For more information on the VFR1200F, go to www.powersports.honda.com.
About Honda
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and personal watercraft in the U.S. American Honda’s Motorcycle Division conducts the sales, marketing, and operational activities for these products through authorized Honda dealers. For more information on Honda products, go to www.powersports.honda.com.
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"The 76-degree 1237cc V-four engine is astonishingly compact, and the 28-degree phased crankshaft eliminates primary vibration entirely. The irregular firing intervals give the motor a pleasantly deep, offbeat growling exhaust note similar to a BMW Boxer twin at low revs, but once the revs climb and the exhaust valve opens up, the V-four takes on a satisfying MotoGP-type howl." – ultimatemotorcycling
"As the power builds from above four-grand, where Honda claims the engine makes 90% of peak power, the bike starts to move with authority. On the narrow roads outside Sugo the power delivery proved to be equally entertaining, whether I was chugging along with the engine low in the revs or keeping it in the meat of the power for quick bursts of acceleration..." – motorcycle-usa
"It’s not a peaky engine though, with the power spread well down the rev range, and while it doesn’t display the top gear muscle of a K1300 (especially the GT), it’s relaxing enough to ride. Unless the vibration stirs you that is: at 4,500rpm, about 85mph, the back of the tank tingles disconcertingly – well, it is between your legs – and there are other sensations as you rev the motor harder." – telegraph
"Flowing through downtown traffic like some great red shark, the VFR feels more athletic than it looks. Steering is light; lighter with something less than a full fuel payload. Give it a whiff of digital throttle above 4000 rpm and the big V4 turns here into there without raising its voice. Honda’s Combined Braking System and ABS make stopping the proceedings just as easy..." – motorcyclistonline
"A near-600-pound motorcycle usually can’t be mentioned in the same breath with the word "sportbike", but the VFR manages to accomplish that feat-and actually do it quite well. Overall handling is surprisingly nimble for a bike with that heft and a 60.8-inch wheelbase…” – sportrider
"It only takes a few corners to realize this is no CBR – a fairly relaxed 25.5-degree rake angle and 60.8-inch wheelbase assures that, as does its 589-lb weight, full of fluids and fuel. Regardless, turn-in response is quicker than most of its competitors. A BMW K-13 probably comes closest." – motorcycle
"Despite the low and nicely waisted seat, you never lose the impression that this is one big, heavy bike. Steering is slow and laboured, ABS brakes are decent but lack the finesse and precision of latest Blade system." – MCN
Conclusion
In the end, the all-new Honda VFR1200F is just what the doctor prescribed if you’ve recently surpassed the supersport fever and head towards the sport-touring segment, but still need to get a healthy adrenaline rush from time to time.
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Model: VFR1200F / VFR1200F with Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission
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