Sport Tourers
2016Honda Interceptor
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The 2016 Honda Interceptor is a middleweight sport-touring machine designed for riders seeking a balance of aggressive styling and practical everyday usability. Known for its responsive handling and reliable performance, it excels on both twisty roads and longer commutes with its comfortable ergonomics and fuel-efficient engine. The motorcycle appeals to enthusiasts who value Honda's engineering quality and want an accessible entry point into sport-touring riding.
- Capacity
- 782.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 224.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 104.6 HP (76.4 kW) @ 10250 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Honda Interceptor
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 86.0 HP (63.3 kW) | 104.6 HP (76.4 kW) @ 10250 RPM |
| Torque | — | 77.1 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.9 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a sport-touring V4 that blends spirited canyon and highway performance with everyday usability.
- Built for
- The VFR800F is prized for its smooth, characterful V4 powerband, precise handling, and shaft-free single-sided swingarm styling that mixes engineering flair with real-world practicality.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability, budget simplicity, or a full-blown long-distance touring rig with wind protection and luggage focus.
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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- Capacity
- 782.0 ccm
- Power
- 104.6 HP (76.4 kW) @ 10250 RPM
- Torque
- 77.1 Nm (7.9 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4670 HP/kg (dry)
- 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
- 2140 mm
- Overall width
- 750 mm
- Overall height
- 1210 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 224.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 240.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 3.00 litres
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. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red, Pearl White
- Comments
- Model ID: VFR800F
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 | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 | 2016 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 781 cc | 782 cc | 782 cc | 782 cc | 782 cc |
| Dry weight | 224 kg | 224 kg | 224 kg | 224 kg | 224 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 789 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda Interceptor?
The 2016 Honda Interceptor has a Capacity of 782.0 ccm (47.72 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Interceptor have?
The 2016 Honda Interceptor has a Power of 104.6 HP (76.4 kW) @ 10250 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda Interceptor have?
The 2016 Honda Interceptor has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda Interceptor?
The 2016 Honda Interceptor has a Torque of 77.1 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.9 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the Honda Interceptor weigh?
The 2016 Honda Interceptor has a Dry weight of 224.0 kg (493.8 pounds).
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