Touring Motorcycles
1985Honda VF 1000 F 2
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The Honda VF 1000 F 2 is a middleweight sport-tourer best suited for riders seeking reliable, balanced performance. Its sophisticated liquid-cooled V4 engine delivers smooth 100 horsepower with excellent handling characteristics. Known for outstanding build quality and versatility, it remains a respected classic motorcycle appreciated by enthusiasts valuing practicality alongside spirited riding.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 277.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for fast, long-distance road touring with strong sustained performance rather than outright track agility.
- Built for
- A muscular, smooth-revving V4 tourer that rewards riders who enjoy effortless high-speed cruising with sporting credibility.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for beginners, short commutes in heavy traffic, or anyone seeking a lightweight, flickable machine.
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
- 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3610 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
Performance
- Top speed
- 232.0 km/h (144.2 mph)
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 2?
The 1985 Honda VF 1000 F 2 has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VF 1000 F 2 have?
The 1985 Honda VF 1000 F 2 has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VF 1000 F 2 have?
The 1985 Honda VF 1000 F 2 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda VF 1000 F 2 weigh?
The 1985 Honda VF 1000 F 2 has a Wet weight of 277.0 kg (610.7 pounds).
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