Sport Tourers
1987Honda VF 1000 F
18 fields on record
The 1987 Honda VF 1000 F is a muscular naked bike powered by a potent 998cc V4 engine producing 116 horsepower. Built for experienced riders seeking thrilling performance and agile handling, it's best known for combining raw power with Honda's legendary reliability and the distinctive character of its smooth, high-revving V4 motor.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 272.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 116.0 HP (85.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A do-it-all sport-tourer: fast open-road cruising, spirited backroad rides, and comfortable two-up mileage.
- Built for
- Smooth, torquey liquid-cooled V4 with effortless high-speed grunt - a refined, muscular all-rounder from Honda's ambitious V4 era.
- Not ideal for
- Not for novices, off-road use, tight-city commuting, or those wanting a light, flickable sportbike.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 116.0 HP (85.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Engine type
- V four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4265 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 53.6 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 140/80-17
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 | 1987 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L | 23 L | 23 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda VF 1000 F?
The 1987 Honda VF 1000 F has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VF 1000 F have?
The 1987 Honda VF 1000 F has a Power of 116.0 HP (85.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VF 1000 F have?
The 1987 Honda VF 1000 F has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda VF 1000 F weigh?
The 1987 Honda VF 1000 F has a Wet weight of 272.0 kg (599.7 pounds).
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