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VFR1200F

Honda's VFR1200F houses a unique 1,237cc 90-degree V4 with shaft drive in a sport-touring chassis — the V4's broad torque curve and distinctive engine character set it apart from every inline-four and twin in the class, and select trims were available with Honda's dual-clutch DCT transmission. Discontinued after 2016, used examples at $6,000–$9,000 offer the 30-year VFR lineage and Honda build quality at a fraction of the original MSRP.

CategorySport Touring
Used range$6,000–$10,000
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1237cc v4
Engine
589 lbs
Weight
32.1 in
Seat
$15,999
MSRP
Used range$6,000–$10,000

Too few clean used examples are moving yet to price this one confidently.

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Rider fit

Best-use signals

Beginner2/10
Commuting4/10
Touring8/10
Off-road0/10
Two-up6/10
Sport7/10

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Known strengths

  • Smooth 1,237cc transverse V-4 delivers 170 hp with a unique engine character that sets it apart from every other sport-tourer on the market
  • Aluminum twin-spar frame, 43mm cartridge fork, single-sided swingarm, and shaft drive combine sportbike chassis DNA with low maintenance
  • Available DCT transmission eliminates clutch operation while preserving the V-4 experience in a sport-touring package

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Common issues

  • Discontinued after 2016 in the US; limited to used-market purchases with no factory warranty available
  • Weight of 589 lb is high for a sport-touring bike, and the V-4 engine runs warm in slow traffic

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Inspection checklist

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Maintenance notes

  • Shaft drive eliminates chain maintenance; valve clearance inspection recommended every 16,000 miles

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  • 2016
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    Honda's VFR1200F houses a unique 1,237cc 90-degree V4 with shaft drive in a sport-touring chassis — the V4's broad torque curve and distinctive engine character set it apart from every inline-four and twin in the class, and select trims were available with Honda's dual-clutch DCT transmission. Discontinued after 2016, used examples at $6,000–$9,000 offer the 30-year VFR lineage and Honda build quality at a fraction of the original MSRP.

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Last checked May 24, 2026 through MANUAL.

Configuration

2016 Base

sport-touring motorcycle with 1237cc v4.