Sport Tourers
2012Honda VFR800
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The 2012 Honda VFR 800 is a versatile sport-touring motorcycle renowned for its smooth V4 engine, comfortable ergonomics, and excellent all-around performance. Ideal for riders seeking a balanced blend of spirited riding and long-distance capability, it excels at both track days and touring adventures. Its reputation for reliability and refined handling makes it a favorite among experienced riders.
- Capacity
- 782.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 218.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Honda VFR800
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) | 218.0 kg (480.6 pounds) |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Combined 3-piston calliper (ABS) and sintered metal pads |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Combined 3-piston callipers (ABS) and sintered metal pads |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed for riders who want to combine long-distance comfort with genuine sporting performance in one versatile package.
- Built for
- The V4 engine delivers smooth, characterful power with a distinctive exhaust note, blending sport bike urgency with touring civility.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for off-road adventures or riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for pure track-day thrills.
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
- 782.0 ccm
- Power
- 107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
- Torque
- 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m) @ 8750 RPM
- Engine type
- V four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4908 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.0 x 48.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1460 mm
- Overall length
- 2120 mm
- Overall width
- 735 mm
- Overall height
- 1195 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Dry weight
- 218.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 239.7 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless pre-load adjustment, 109mm axle travel
- Rear suspension
- Pro-link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step preload and stepless rebound adjustment, 120mm axle travel
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Combined 3-piston calliper (ABS) and sintered metal pads
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Combined 3-piston callipers (ABS) and sintered metal pads
- Rear brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red, white, silver
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 | 1999 | 2003 | 2007 | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 781 cc | 781 cc | 781 cc | 781 cc | 782 cc | 782 cc |
| Dry weight | 214 kg | 214 kg | 214 kg | 215 kg | 218 kg | 218 kg |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 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 VFR800?
The 2012 Honda VFR800 has a Capacity of 782.0 ccm (47.72 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VFR800 have?
The 2012 Honda VFR800 has a Power of 107.0 HP (78.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VFR800 have?
The 2012 Honda VFR800 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VFR800?
The 2012 Honda VFR800 has a Torque of 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) @ 8750 RPM.
How much does the Honda VFR800 weigh?
The 2012 Honda VFR800 has a Dry weight of 218.0 kg (480.6 pounds).
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