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2012Honda VT400S
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The 2012 Honda VT400S is a mid-sized V-twin roadster sold in Japan. Its liquid-cooled 398cc V-twin makes 30.8 hp at 7,000 rpm and 32 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. A 750 mm seat and 10-litre tank make it easy to ride.
- Capacity
- 398.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Power
- 30.8 HP (22.7 kW) @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed cruiser-style riding around town and on easy backroads rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- A small-displacement V-twin cruiser that prioritizes easy, laid-back charm over speed or aggression.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders wanting highway-devouring touring range, off-road capability, or genuine performance 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
- 398.0 ccm
- Power
- 30.8 HP (22.7 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- Torque
- 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m) @ 3500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1345 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 64.0 x 62.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Full transistor typ
- Valves per cylinder
- 3
- Lubrication system
- Combined pumping spray
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate coil spring
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1560 mm
- Overall length
- 2295 mm
- Overall width
- 870 mm
- Overall height
- 1135 mm
- Seat height
- 750 mm
- Dry weight
- 229.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 32.5°
- Trail
- 134 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-16
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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc | 398 cc |
| Dry weight | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg | 229 kg |
| Seat height | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm | 750 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10 L | 10 L | 10 L | 10 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 VT400S?
The 2012 Honda VT400S has a Capacity of 398.0 ccm (24.29 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VT400S have?
The 2012 Honda VT400S has a Power of 30.8 HP (22.7 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VT400S have?
The 2012 Honda VT400S has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda VT400S?
The 2012 Honda VT400S has a Torque of 32.0 Nm (3.3 kgf-m or 23.6 ft.lbs) @ 3500 RPM.
How much does the Honda VT400S weigh?
The 2012 Honda VT400S has a Dry weight of 229.0 kg (504.9 pounds).
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