2015Honda VFR1200F

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The 2015 Honda VFR1200F is a sport-touring middleweight designed for riders seeking versatile long-distance capability with spirited performance. Its V4 engine and advanced electronics deliver confident handling and all-day comfort, while shaft drive and generous fuel capacity make it ideal for extended touring adventures without frequent refueling.

Capacity: 1237.0 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 267.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering75%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring88%

Two-up85%

Track55%

Best for: It's built for fast, comfortable long-distance sport-touring, blending V4 performance with shaft-drive practicality.
Built for: The VFR1200F has a smooth, torquey V4 character with strong high-RPM power delivery and a refined, understated sporting demeanor.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable city commuter.

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At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 Honda VFR1200F, 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: 1237.0 ccm
Power: 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)
CO2 Emissions: 156 CO2 g/km
Torque: 129.0 Nm (13.2 kgf-m) @ 8750 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.70 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3993 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1544 mm
Overall length: 2247 mm
Overall width: 754 mm
Overall height: 1221 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Dry weight: 267.0 kg
Wet weight: 268.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.90 litres
Ground clearance: 127 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond; aluminium twin-spar
Front suspension: 43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
Rear suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-LinkÂ¿ single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability
Front wheel travel: 109 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Six-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 276 mm
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Metallic Black
Comments: Model ID: VFR1200F.

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2010	2012	2015	2017	2019
Capacity	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc
Dry weight	267 kg	267 kg	267 kg	267 kg	—
Seat height	815 mm	810 mm	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm
Fuel capacity	18.5 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L