Honda VF700S
1984
The VF700S'84 Sabre was sold in 1984 in one of two color schemes: Black with Maroon or Black with Pleiades Silver Metallic and Red. The black and marron model had silver stripes; but the black and silver bike had red stripes. The "HONDA" and "SABRE" emblems were gold. The engine was a 699cc DOHC 4-valve liquid-cooled V-4 linked to a 6-speed transmission and a shaft drive. The serial number began JH2RC220*EM000007.
1985
The VF700S'85 Sabre was sold in 1985 in one of two color schemes: Black with Monte Rosa Silver Metallic and Blue or Black with Monte Rosa Silver Metallic and Red. The color difference is only in the stripes (red or blue). The "HONDA" and "SABRE" emblembs were silver. The serial number began JH2RC220*FM100001
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Specifications
Honda VF700S Sabre
Years produced (U.S.): 1984-1985
Total production: N/A
Claimed power: 76hp @ 10,500rpm
Top speed: 121mph
Engine type: 699cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke V-four
Weight (dry): 224kg (494lb)
MPG: 28-48
Price then: $3,398 (1985)
Price now: $750-$2,000
Engine Type: 699cc liquid-cooled 90° V-4
Bore And Stroke: 70mm x 45.4mm
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Valve Train: DOHC, four valves per cylinder
Carburetion: Four 32mm diaphragm-type CV
Ignition: Solid state
Transmission: Five-speed plus overdrive sixth
Driveline: Shaft drive
Suspension Front: 37mm air-adjustable forks with dual Syntallic™ bushings and TRAC
Suspension Rear: Air-adjustable Pro-Link with four-way adjustable rebound damping
Brakes Front: Dual disc with twin-piston calipers
Brakes Rear: Drum
Wheels: Cast alloy
Tires Front: 110/90H-18 tubeless
Tires Rear: 130/90H-17 tubeless
Wheelbase: 61.8 inches
Seat Height: 31.1 inches
Dry Weight: 493.9 pounds
Fuel Capacity: 4.8 gallons, including 1.1 gallon reserve
Colors
Black/Red
Black/Blue