Cruisers
1988Honda VF 750 C
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The 1988 Honda VF 750 C is an early V-four cruiser from Honda with shaft drive. Its liquid-cooled 748cc V-four makes 82 hp through a six-speed gearbox, for a top speed of about 187 km/h. A low 710 mm seat and a 14-litre tank make it a quick, distinctive cruiser.
- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Power
- 82.0 HP (60.3 kW)
What’s new for the 1988 Honda VF 750 C
vs the 1987| Spec | 1987 | 1988 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 82.0 HP (60.3 kW) @ 9500 RPM | 82.0 HP (60.3 kW) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A power cruiser (the Magna) built for relaxed street riding, boulevard cruising and light touring, with surprising punch when you want it.
- Built for
- Silky liquid-cooled V4 gives a distinctive, refined character rare among cruisers - smooth, torquey and eager to rev beyond typical cruiser norms.
- Not ideal for
- Not for off-road use, track-day cornering enthusiasts, or riders wanting sportbike lean angles and lightweight flickability.
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
- 748.0 ccm
- Power
- 82.0 HP (60.3 kW)
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3581 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 48.6 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1550 mm
- Seat height
- 710 mm
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 240.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 110/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-16
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 | 1982 | 1985 | 1988 | 1994 | 1997 | 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc |
| Dry weight | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg |
| Seat height | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 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 750 C?
The 1988 Honda VF 750 C has a Capacity of 748.0 ccm (45.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VF 750 C have?
The 1988 Honda VF 750 C has a Power of 82.0 HP (60.3 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VF 750 C have?
The 1988 Honda VF 750 C has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda VF 750 C weigh?
The 1988 Honda VF 750 C has a Dry weight of 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds).
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