Sportbikes

2016Honda Interceptor DLX

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The 2016 Honda VFR800F Deluxe is a sport-touring motorcycle ideal for riders seeking comfort and performance on long rides. Known for its V4 engine, advanced technology including ABS and traction control, and refined handling characteristics, it delivers a balanced blend of sportiness and practicality for experienced touring enthusiasts.

Capacity: 782.0 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 249.0 kg
Seat height: 809 mm
Power: 104.5 HP (76.3 kW) @ 10250 RPM

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What’s new for the 2016 Honda Interceptor DLX

vs the 2015

Spec	2015	2016
Power	106.0 HP (78.0 kW)	104.5 HP (76.3 kW) @ 10250 RPM
Torque	—	75.1 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 55.4 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering88%

City riding62%

Daily riding65%

Touring72%

Two-up70%

Track70%

Best for: It's built as a sport-touring machine that blends confident cornering performance with enough comfort and range for longer rides.
Built for: The VFR delivers a refined, sophisticated riding experience with smooth V4 power delivery, precise steering, and premium touches like self-canceling signals and grip heaters.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability, ultra-relaxed cruiser ergonomics, or bargain-budget simplicity.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 809mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Honda Interceptor DLX, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 782.0 ccm
Power: 104.5 HP (76.3 kW) @ 10250 RPM
Torque: 75.1 Nm (7.7 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4197 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 72.0 x 48.0 mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping and electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiplate

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1458 mm
Overall length: 2134 mm
Overall width: 748 mm
Overall height: 1203 mm
Seat height: 809 mm
Wet weight: 249.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond; triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar
Front suspension: 43mm with spring-preload adjustability
Rear suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single spring-preload and rebound damping adjustability
Front wheel travel: 109 mm
Rear wheel travel: 119 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.5°
Trail: 95 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 256 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Red, Pearl White
Comments: Model id: VFR800FD. Deluxe version adds ABS, traction control, grip heaters, self-canceling turn signals.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.