2011Honda VFR1200F

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The 2011 Honda VFR1200F is a sport touring motorcycle powered by a 1237cc V4 engine, ideal for riders seeking a blend of aggressive styling and practical versatility. Known for its sophisticated PGM-FI fuel injection, smooth shaft drive, and liquid-cooled performance, it excels at combining spirited road riding with comfortable long-distance capability. The VFR1200F targets experienced riders who prioritize refined engineering and balanced middleweight agility.

Capacity: 1237.0 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 267.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 170.3 HP (127.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2011 Honda VFR1200F

vs the 2010

Spec	2010	2011
Front suspension	43mm cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload adjustment, 120mm axle travel	43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
Rear suspension	Pro-Link with gas-charged damper, 25-step remote-adjusted preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment. 130mm axle travel	Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability

Other years 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering75%

City riding45%

Daily riding65%

Touring88%

Two-up85%

Track55%

Best for: It's built for fast, comfortable long-distance sport-touring, blending V4 performance with shaft-drive practicality.
Built for: The VFR1200F has a smooth, torquey V4 character with strong high-RPM power delivery and a refined, understated sporting demeanor.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone wanting a light, flickable city commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Honda VFR1200F, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1237.0 ccm
Power: 170.3 HP (127.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: BHNXC01.2CFA-007
EPA CO Emissions: 5.7 CO g/km
Torque: 129.0 Nm (13.2 kgf-m) @ 8750 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6378 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1544 mm
Overall length: 2247 mm
Overall width: 754 mm
Overall height: 1221 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Dry weight: 267.0 kg
Wet weight: 268.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.60 litres
Ground clearance: 127 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond; aluminium twin-spar
Front suspension: 43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
Rear suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 276 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Candy Red
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	2011	2012	2015	2017	2019
Capacity	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc	1237 cc
Dry weight	267 kg	267 kg	267 kg	267 kg	267 kg	—
Seat height	815 mm	815 mm	810 mm	815 mm	815 mm	815 mm
Fuel capacity	18.5 L	18.6 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L	18.9 L