Sportbikes
1984Honda VF 500 F
19 fields on record
The Honda VF 500 F is a lightweight sport bike ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking affordable performance. Its compact V4 engine delivers responsive power and excellent handling characteristics, making it best known for providing accessible sportbike thrills without overwhelming complexity or high maintenance costs.
- Capacity
- 497.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 206.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 11500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an eighties sport bike for spirited backroad riding and short, fast blasts rather than covering long distances.
- Built for
- Has the exotic, high-revving V4 character and sharp handling that made Honda's mid-80s VF series a cult favorite among sport riding enthusiasts.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting plush comfort, pillion-friendly touring capability, or any kind of off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 497.0 ccm
- Power
- 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 11500 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3398 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 60.0 x 44.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 199.0 km/h (123.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 110/90-18
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 497 cc | 497 cc | 497 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 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 500 F?
The 1984 Honda VF 500 F has a Capacity of 497.0 ccm (30.33 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VF 500 F have?
The 1984 Honda VF 500 F has a Power of 70.0 HP (51.5 kW) @ 11500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VF 500 F have?
The 1984 Honda VF 500 F has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda VF 500 F weigh?
The 1984 Honda VF 500 F has a Wet weight of 206.0 kg (454.2 pounds).
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