1988Honda VFR 750 F

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The 1988 Honda VFR 750 F is a pioneering sport touring motorcycle that appeals to riders seeking versatile performance. Its advanced 748cc liquid-cooled V4 engine delivers 106 horsepower with exceptional reliability, while the lightweight 222kg chassis excels at both spirited road riding and practical touring. Best known for establishing Honda's dominant VFR lineage, it combines agility with comfortable ergonomics and smooth power delivery.

Capacity: 748.0 ccm
Engine: V four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 219.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 106.0 HP (78.0 kW) @ 10500 RPM

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What’s new for the 1988 Honda VFR 750 F

vs the 1987

Spec	1987	1988
Wet weight	230.0 kg (507.1 pounds)	222.0 kg (489.4 pounds)

Other years 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering82%

City riding60%

Daily riding75%

Touring88%

Two-up78%

Track60%

Best for: Built as a do-it-all sport tourer that blends fast, engaging back-road riding with genuine long-distance comfort.
Built for: The VFR750F is prized for its smooth, characterful V4 engine, refined chassis balance, and reputation as one of the most complete all-rounders of its era.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders seeking a lightweight track weapon or anything resembling off-road capability.

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

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1988 Honda VFR 750 F, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 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: 748.0 ccm
Power: 106.0 HP (78.0 kW) @ 10500 RPM
Engine type: V four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4840 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 70.0 x 48.6 mm
Compression: 10.5:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet palte

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1470 mm
Overall length: 2180 mm
Overall width: 700 mm
Overall height: 1185 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 219.0 kg
Wet weight: 222.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 20.00 litres
Oil capacity: 3.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin-spar aluminum diamond
Front suspension: 41mm Showa cartridge forks, no external adjustment,
Rear suspension: Pro-link single sided swingarm, adjustable preload and rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 140 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 256 mm
Front tyre: 110/80-17
Rear tyre: 140/80-17

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1986	1988	1989	1992	1994	1997
Capacity	748 cc	748 cc	748 cc	748 cc	748 cc	748 cc
Dry weight	219 kg	219 kg	219 kg	219 kg	209 kg	209 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	20 L	20 L	20 L	19 L	21 L	21 L