Sport Tourers
2013Honda VFR1200F
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The 2013 Honda VFR1200F is a sport-touring V4 designed for riders seeking performance, comfort, and versatility on both road and highway. Its 1237cc liquid-cooled engine delivers strong acceleration through a six-speed gearbox with shaft drive, while excellent fuel economy and smooth character make it ideal for distance riding. Known for its balanced handling and refinement, the VFR1200F suits experienced riders wanting a capable all-rounder.
- Capacity
- 1237.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 267.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2013 Honda VFR1200F
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability | Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link¿ single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability |
| Front brakes | Double disc. CBS six-piston calipers with ABS | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Six-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. CBS two-piston calipers with ABS | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 1237.0 ccm
- Power
- 106.6 HP (78.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 186 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- DHNXC01.2CFA-012
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 7.92 L/100km (29.7 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.2 CO g/km
- Torque
- 129.0 Nm (13.2 kgf-m) @ 8750 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.70 litres/100 km (14.9 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3993 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
- 18.90 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
- 109 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 130 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 101 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Six-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 276 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Black
- Comments
- Model ID: VFR1200F
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2013 | 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 | 810 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.5 L | 18.9 L | 18.9 L | 18.9 L | 18.9 L | 18.9 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 VFR1200F?
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F has a Capacity of 1237.0 ccm (75.49 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VFR1200F have?
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F has a Power of 106.6 HP (78.4 kW).
How many gears does the Honda VFR1200F have?
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VFR1200F?
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F has a Torque of 129.0 Nm (13.2 kgf-m or 95.1 ft.lbs) @ 8750 RPM.
How much does the Honda VFR1200F weigh?
The 2013 Honda VFR1200F has a Dry weight of 267.0 kg (588.6 pounds).
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