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The '''Honda VFR800 Interceptor''' is a [[motorcycle]] introduced by [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] in [[1998]].
{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} Interceptor: review, history, specs}}
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Honda VFR800
|photo= Honda-vfr800-2016-4.jpg
|aka              = Interceptor, Interceptor/ABS, VFR800F1, VFR 800 F1, VFR800 VTEC, VFR 800 VTEC, VFR800X, VFR800F, VFR 800 F, VFR 800, VFR
|manufacturer    = Honda
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1998 - 2019
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = Sport touring
|engine          = 800c v4, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 72.0mm x 48.0mm
|compression      = 11.8:1
|top_speed        = 146 mph (235 km/h)
|power            = 102.32 HP (76.3 KW) @ 10250RPM
|torque          = 55.32 ft/lbs (75.0 Nm) @ 8500RPM
|fuel_system      = injection. pgm-fi
|ignition        = computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK IMR9B-9H}} '02-08<br />{{sparkplug|NGK CR9EH-9}} '98-01
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX12-BS}} '98-01<br />{{battery|YUASA YTZ12S}} '02-08
|transmission    = Gear box: 6-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: Wet multi-plate <br>


Before the introduction of the VFR800, the [[Honda VFR|VFR]] in 750cc form had been considered by some to be the best all-round [[motorcycle]] money could buy. The original [[Honda VFR750|VFR750]] was produced to follow the [[Honda VF750|VF750]], a machine with [[camshaft]]s prone to failure. Accordingly, the VFR750 [[Gasoline engine|motor]] was engineered to be more durable.
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: 43 mm hmas cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten df adjustment <br>
Rear: pro-link with gas-charged hmas damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless [[rebound damping]] adjustment
|brakes          =Front: double disc. combined 3-piston caliper (abs) and sintered metal pads <br>Rear: single disc. combined 3-piston callipers (abs) and sintered metal pads
|front_tire      = {{tire|120/70-zr17}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|180/55-zr17}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 57.48 inches (1460 mm)
|length          = 84.02 inches (2134 mm)
|width            = 29.45 inches (748 mm)
|height          = 47.36 inches (1203 mm)
|seat_height      = 31.06 inches (789 mm)
|dry_weight      = 478.4 pounds (217.0 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 242.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 5.68 Gallon (21.50 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 1.0 Gallon (3.80 Liters)
|recommended_oil= Honda GN4 10W-40
|fuel_consumption = 5.15 liters/100 km (19.4 km/l or 45.67 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      = [[Aprilia RST1000 Futura]]
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N HA-8098}} `98-15<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref>
|final_drive= {{chain|530}} `98-01<ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref>
}}
{{main|:Category:Honda VF and VFR}}
The '''[[Honda]] VFR800F''' was a v4, [[four-stroke]] Sport touring [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] between 1998 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 55.32 ft/lbs (75.0 Nm) @ 8500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 102.32 HP (76.3 KW) @ 10250 RPM.


From its first sales in 1986, the VFR750 scored highly on many tests and became the [[benchmark]] for machines in the sports-touring category. By 1997, however, some saw the bike as a bit staid. Both [[Triumph Motorcycles|Triumph]] and [[Ducati]] had presented Honda with significant sports-touring competition, so Honda responded with the VFR800 in 1998.
==History==
 
 
The '''Honda VFR800 Interceptor''' is a [[motorcycle]] introduced by [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] in 1998.
 
Before the introduction of the VFR800, the [[:Category:Honda VF and VFR|VFR]] in 750cc form had been considered by some to be the best all-round [[motorcycle]] money could buy. The original [[Honda VFR750|VFR750]] was produced to follow the [[Honda VF750|VF750]], a machine with [[camshaft]]s prone to failure. Accordingly, the VFR750 [[Gasoline engine|motor]] was engineered to be more durable.
 
From its first sales in 1986, the VFR750 scored highly on many tests and became the benchmark for machines in the sports-touring category. By 1997, however, some saw the bike as a bit staid. Both [[Triumph Motorcycles|Triumph]] and [[Ducati]] had presented Honda with significant sports-touring competition, so Honda responded with the VFR800 in 1998.


[[Image:Honda_VFR800_1998_black_1.jpg|thumb|right|1998 Honda VFR800 (5th generation).]]
[[Image:Honda_VFR800_1998_black_1.jpg|thumb|right|1998 Honda VFR800 (5th generation).]]


== Physical characteristics ==
== Physical characteristics ==
It had a new, detuned and longer-stroke [[RC45]] power plant rather than a development of the original VFR family line. Power and [[torque]] figures were up on the old model but the torque was the real improvement. From 6000rpm the rider is propelled on a steady wave right up to the 11750rpm [[Redline|red line]].
It had a new, detuned and longer-stroke [[Honda_RVF750|RC45]] power plant rather than a development of the original VFR family line. Power and [[torque]] figures were up on the old model but the torque was the real improvement. From 6000rpm the rider is propelled on a steady wave right up to the 11750rpm [[Redline|red line]].


The new bodywork covered a frame derived from the [[Honda VTR1000|VTR1000 Firestorm]]. This incorporates the VFR trademark of a single-sided swing-arm [[Pivot|pivoted]] in the rear of the crankcase, thereby using the engine as a stressed member of the frame. Handling is described by some as impeccably neutral.
The new bodywork covered a frame derived from the [[Honda VTR1000|VTR1000 Firestorm]]. This incorporates the VFR trademark of a single-sided swing-arm [[Pivot|pivoted]] in the rear of the crankcase, thereby using the engine as a [[stressed member]] of the frame. Handling is described by some as impeccably neutral.


The [[Brake|braking]] system departed from the normal front and rear independent arrangement and Honda fitted their DCBS linked braking system. In this system, squeezing the front brake lever applies pressure to 5 of the 6 front [[piston]]s.  The rotational movement of the left caliper when engaged  actuates a secondary master cylinder applies pressure to one of the rear pistons. The rear brake pedal is directly attached to the remaining two rear pistons and one front pistons. This arrangement irritated some but was praised&mdash;in some circles at least&mdash;for removing [[fork dive]] under heavy braking.
The [[Brake|braking]] system departed from the normal front and rear independent arrangement and Honda fitted their DCBS (dual-combined braking system). In this system, squeezing the front brake lever applies pressure to four of the six front [[piston]]s.  The rotational movement of the left [[caliper]], when braking, actuates a secondary [[master cylinder]] which applies pressure to one of the rear pistons. The rear brake pedal is directly attached to the remaining two rear pistons and two front pistons. This arrangement irritated some but was praised&mdash;in some circles at least&mdash;for removing [[fork dive]] under heavy braking.  When Honda released a new generation of VFR in 2002, the DCBS was modified to be less "linked".  With the new DCBS, the front brake lever now activates five of the six front pistons and the rear brake pedal activates the two rear pistons and only one front piston.  The secondary master cylinder (which is actuated by the rotational force of the front left [[caliper]] under braking) remained unchanged continuing to activate one rear piston.


Unlike its VFR predecessors, all VFR800 models use [[fuel injection]] instead of [[carburetor]]s for fuel-air mixing.  In 2000, Honda updated the fifth generation VFR with a [[catalytic converter]], oxygen sensors and an EFI system that would enter closed-loop mode under highway (cruising) operation.
Unlike its VFR predecessors, all VFR800 models use [[fuel injection]] instead of [[carburetor]]s for fuel-air mixing.  In 2000, Honda updated the fifth generation VFR with a [[catalytic converter]], oxygen sensors and an EFI system that would enter closed-loop mode under highway (cruising) operation.
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The sixth generation (RC46) began in 2002 and featured dual underseat exhausts and available ABS (antilock brakes) in addition to the DCBS. It was the first generation of VFR to feature chain-driven rather than gear-driven cams plus VTEC valve actuation technology. In contrast to the automotive version of VTEC, where the cam timing is changed to suit the engine RPM providing a broad spread of power, the simplified [[motorcycle]] version employs only 2 of the 4 valves per cylinder when operating at lower engine speeds. All 4 valves per cylinder are utilised above 7000 rpm. These changes were a bid by Honda to meet tightening noise and emissions standards in their home market and abroad. In 2006, Honda has lowered the VTEC activation threshold as the power delivery of the 2002-2005 VTEC models tended to dip slightly before the transition point. In the 2006 edition the VTEC engages at 6400 rpm and stops working when the rpm is back to 6100.
The sixth generation (RC46) began in 2002 and featured dual underseat exhausts and available ABS (antilock brakes) in addition to the DCBS. It was the first generation of VFR to feature chain-driven rather than gear-driven cams plus VTEC valve actuation technology. In contrast to the automotive version of VTEC, where the cam timing is changed to suit the engine RPM providing a broad spread of power, the simplified [[motorcycle]] version employs only 2 of the 4 valves per cylinder when operating at lower engine speeds. All 4 valves per cylinder are utilised above 7000 rpm. These changes were a bid by Honda to meet tightening noise and emissions standards in their home market and abroad. In 2006, Honda has lowered the VTEC activation threshold as the power delivery of the 2002-2005 VTEC models tended to dip slightly before the transition point. In the 2006 edition the VTEC engages at 6400 rpm and stops working when the rpm is back to 6100.


The sixth generation has some weaknesses too:  The rectifier unit in early models was problematic and some electrical wiring was not thick enough to handle the currents of the headlight units. Also the starter-valves need to be synchronised to achieve better engine stability.
The sixth generation has some weaknesses too:  The rectifier unit in early models was problematic and some electrical wiring was not thick enough to handle the currents of the headlight units. The stator on early models were not powerful enough to keep the bike from dying in stop-and-go traffic; Honda had a service campaign to install more powerful stators on all effected units. The rear sub-frame on some early models was prone to cracking as well (this was fixed in a recall).  The starter-valves need to be synchronized to achieve better engine stability. Also the wiring for the front and rear oxygen sensors was also backwards on some bikes that were sold in Europe.
==Engine==
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] v4, four-stroke. A 72.0mm [[bore]] x 48.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 782.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin [[cam]] (dohc). 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a 120/70-zr17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. combined 3-piston caliper (abs) and sintered metal pads in the front and a single disc. combined 3-piston callipers (abs) and sintered metal pads in the rear. The front suspension was a  43 mm hmas cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten df adjustment while the rear was equipped with a pro-link with gas-charged hmas damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment. The VFR800F was fitted with a 5.68 Gallon (21.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 478.4 pounds (217.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.48 inches (1460 mm) long. 
 
 
 


==1998==
==1998==
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==2000==
==2000==
Catalytic convertors were added to the exhaust in 2000, as well as some other upgrades, including slimmer mirrors and an electric choke.  Red was also not available in 2000, but was replaced with yellow.  In 2001 though, Red was once again the only available color.   
Catalytic convertors were added to the exhaust in 2000, as well as some other upgrades, including slimmer mirrors and an electric choke.  Italian red was also replaced in 2000 with yellow, but it was once again the only available color in 2001.   
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==2002==
==2002==
[[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]][[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]][[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
[[Image:2002_Interceptor_frame_spar_crosssection.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Frame Spar Cross-section comparison]]
[[Image:2002_Honda_Interceptor_rear_wheel.jpg|200px|thumb|left|2002 Honda VFR800 Rear wheel]]
[[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
[[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
[[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
[[Image:2002-Honda-VFR800-Red-2671-0.jpg|left|thumb|2002 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
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In 2002 the Honda Interceptor 800 was completely redesigned.
* Won 2002's World's Best Streetbike Shootout - Cycle World Magazine
* Won 2002's World's Best Streetbike Shootout - Cycle World Magazine


==2003==
==2003==
[[Image:2003_honda_Vfr800.gif|left|thumb|2003 Honda VRF800FI]]
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File:2003_honda_Vfr800.gif|left|thumb|2003 Honda VRF800FI
File:2003-Honda-VFR800-Red-7141-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda VFR800 in Red
File:2003-Honda-VFR800-Red-7141-1.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda VFR800 in Red
File:2003-Honda-VFR800-Red-7141-2.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda VFR800 in Red
File:2003-Honda-VFR800-Red-7141-3.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda VFR800 in Red
File:2003-Honda-Interceptor-VFR800-Silver-1885-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda Interceptor VFR800 in Silver
File:2003-Honda-Interceptor-VFR800-Silver-1885-1.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda Interceptor VFR800 in Silver
File:2003-Honda-Interceptor-VFR800-Silver-1885-2.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda Interceptor VFR800 in Silver
File:2003-Honda-Interceptor-VFR800-Silver-1885-3.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Honda Interceptor VFR800 in Silver
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2003 Interceptor (VFR800)


* Available colors: Red or Metallic Silver
* Available colors: Red or Metallic Silver
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* Final drive: O-ring chain
* Final drive: O-ring chain
* Front suspension: 43mm HMAS™ cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
* Front suspension: 43mm HMAS™ cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
* Rear suspension: Pro-Link HMAS™ single-shock with spring-preload, compression- and rebound-damping adjustability
* Rear suspension: Pro-Link HMAS™ single-shock with spring-preload, compression- and rebound-damping adjust-ability
* Front brake: Linked Braking System; dual full-floating discs with three-piston calipers
* Front brake: Linked Braking System; dual full-floating discs with three-piston [[caliper]]s
* Rear brake: Linked Braking System; single-disc with three-piston caliper
* Rear brake: Linked Braking System; single-disc with three-piston [[caliper]]
* Front tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Front tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Rear tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
* Rear tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
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* Dry weight: 214 kg (472 lb)
* Dry weight: 214 kg (472 lb)
* Fuel capacity: 22 liters
* Fuel capacity: 22 liters
==2004 Interceptor 800==
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File:2004_honda_Vfr800fi.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI
File:2004_honda_Vfr800_1.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI
File:2004_honda_Vfr800_2.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI
File:2004_honda_Vfr800_3.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI
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==2004==
[[Image:2004_honda_Vfr800fi.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI]][[Image:2004_honda_Vfr800_1.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI]][[Image:2004_honda_Vfr800_2.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI]][[Image:2004_honda_Vfr800_3.gif|left|thumb|2004 Honda VRF800FI]]
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2004 Interceptor 800


* Engine Type: 781cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
* Engine Type: 781cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
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* Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
* Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
* Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
* Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
* Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers
* Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston [[caliper]]s
* Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper
* Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston [[caliper]]
* Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
* Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
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* Model ID: VFR800FI
* Model ID: VFR800FI
* Warranty: 1 year
* Warranty: 1 year
In 2004, hazards light were made available to the VFR.  And in addition to Italian Red, Asphalt Black (also known as Gunpowder Matte Black) was also an available color option (in the US and Canada only).


==2005==
==2005==
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* Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
* Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
* Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
* Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
* Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers
* Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston [[caliper]]s
* Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper
* Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston [[caliper]]
* Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
* Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
* Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
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* Warranty: 1 year
* Warranty: 1 year


The available colors were Winning Red (changed from Italian Red) and Digital Silver.


==2006==
==2006==
[[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]][[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]][[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]][[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]][[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]][[Image:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-5.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black]]
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File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-3.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-4.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
File:2006-Honda-VFR800-Black-5.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Black
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Several changes were made to the 2006 model over previous model years.  There were new fuel injecters (inherited from the CBR1000), polished clutch and brake master cylinders, (Europeon-style) clear turn signal lenses both front and rear, and a new ECU which lowered the VTEC engagement point to 6400 RPM.
Perhaps one of the most striking changes to the VFR was that red was no longer a color option.  The US and Canadian markets would only get Pearl Black (also known as Pearl Cosmic Black) and Pearl white, while Europe would get Pearl Black and Candy Dark Red (also known as Candy Glory Red, burgendy, or wine red).
[[Image:Interceptor ABS Pearl White.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Pearl White]]<br style="clear: left"/>
The Pearl Black is sometime referred to as Bass Boat Black, while the Pearl White is called Stormtropper White
==2007==
[[Image:Interceptor ABS Candy Dark Red.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in Candy Red]]
[[Image:07_Interceptor_Red.jpg|200px|thumb|left|2007 Honda VFR800 in Red]]
[[Image:Interceptor ABS Pearl Blue Pearl White Red.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda VFR800FI in 25th Anniversary Colors]]<br style="clear: left"/>
==2008==
[[Image:2008_Honda_Interceptor_Siverl.jpg|200px|thumb|left|2008 Honda Interceptor in Silver]]<br style="clear: left"/>
It was back to 1982 that the VF first made it's début.  In 1983, the Interceptor badge is used for the first time.  And in 1986, the VFR is introduced.
==2016 Honda VFR800F==
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File:honda-vfr800-2016-4.jpg|600px|2016 Honda VFR800F
File:honda-vfr800-2016-3.jpg|600px|2016 Honda VFR800F
File:honda-vfr800-2016-2.jpg|600px|2016 Honda VFR800F
File:honda-vfr800-2016-1.jpg|600px|2016 Honda VFR800F
File:honda-vfr800-2016-0.jpg|600px|2016 Honda VFR800F
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The new Honda VFR800F, has a  782cc, liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC 90 degree, V4-VTEC engine has received significant development for 2015, mainly focusing on cam timing and valve duration/overlap to deliver the required increase in low-to midrange power and torque. Peak power of 104.5 HP ( 77.9 kW) is delivered at 10,250rpm, with peak torque of 75.1Nm (55.4 lb-ft) arriving at 8,500rpm.
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== See also ==
== See also ==
* [[Honda VFR400]]
* [[Honda VFR400]]
* [[Honda VF and VFR]]
* [[Honda VFR750]]
* [[Honda VFR750]]
 
* [[Honda VF700F]]
* [[Honda VF500F]]
=== External links ===
=== External links ===
* [http://www.vfrdiscussion.com - VFR Discussion Group]
* [http://www.vfrdiscussion.com - VFR Discussion Group]
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* [http://OzVFR.net - The Australian VFR resource site ]
* [http://OzVFR.net - The Australian VFR resource site ]
==References==
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Latest revision as of 20:00, 23 November 2019

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Honda VFR800
Manufacturer
Also called Interceptor, Interceptor/ABS, VFR800F1, VFR 800 F1, VFR800 VTEC, VFR 800 VTEC, VFR800X, VFR800F, VFR 800 F, VFR 800, VFR
Production 1998 - 2019
Class Sport touring
Engine
800c v4, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 72.0mm x 48.0mm
Compression ratio 11.8:1
Top Speed 146 mph (235 km/h)
Horsepower 102.32 HP (76.3 KW) @ 10250RPM
Torque 55.32 ft/lbs (75.0 Nm) @ 8500RPM
Fuel System injection. pgm-fi
Air Filter K&N HA-8098 `98-15[1]
Ignition computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Spark Plug NGK IMR9B-9H '02-08
NGK CR9EH-9 '98-01
Battery YUASA YTX12-BS '98-01
YUASA YTZ12S '02-08
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: Wet multi-plate
Final Drive Chain: 530 `98-01[2]
Suspension Front: 43 mm hmas cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten df adjustment
Rear: pro-link with gas-charged hmas damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment
Brakes Front: double disc. combined 3-piston caliper (abs) and sintered metal pads
Rear: single disc. combined 3-piston callipers (abs) and sintered metal pads
Front Tire 120/70-zr17
Rear Tire 180/55-zr17
Wheelbase 57.48 inches (1460 mm)
Length 84.02 inches (2134 mm)
Width 29.45 inches (748 mm)
Height 47.36 inches (1203 mm)
Seat Height 31.06 inches (789 mm)
Weight 478.4 pounds (217.0 Kg) (dry), 242.0 kg (wet)
Oil Capacity 1.0 Gallon (3.80 Liters)
Recommended Oil Honda GN4 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 5.68 Gallon (21.50 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 5.15 liters/100 km (19.4 km/l or 45.67 mpg)
Competition Aprilia RST1000 Futura
Manuals Service Manual

The Honda VFR800F was a v4, four-stroke Sport touring motorcycle produced by Honda between 1998 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 146 mph (235 km/h). Max torque was 55.32 ft/lbs (75.0 Nm) @ 8500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 102.32 HP (76.3 KW) @ 10250 RPM.

History[edit | edit source]

The Honda VFR800 Interceptor is a motorcycle introduced by Honda Motor Company in 1998.

Before the introduction of the VFR800, the VFR in 750cc form had been considered by some to be the best all-round motorcycle money could buy. The original VFR750 was produced to follow the VF750, a machine with camshafts prone to failure. Accordingly, the VFR750 motor was engineered to be more durable.

From its first sales in 1986, the VFR750 scored highly on many tests and became the benchmark for machines in the sports-touring category. By 1997, however, some saw the bike as a bit staid. Both Triumph and Ducati had presented Honda with significant sports-touring competition, so Honda responded with the VFR800 in 1998.

1998 Honda VFR800 (5th generation).

Physical characteristics[edit | edit source]

It had a new, detuned and longer-stroke RC45 power plant rather than a development of the original VFR family line. Power and torque figures were up on the old model but the torque was the real improvement. From 6000rpm the rider is propelled on a steady wave right up to the 11750rpm red line.

The new bodywork covered a frame derived from the VTR1000 Firestorm. This incorporates the VFR trademark of a single-sided swing-arm pivoted in the rear of the crankcase, thereby using the engine as a stressed member of the frame. Handling is described by some as impeccably neutral.

The braking system departed from the normal front and rear independent arrangement and Honda fitted their DCBS (dual-combined braking system). In this system, squeezing the front brake lever applies pressure to four of the six front pistons. The rotational movement of the left caliper, when braking, actuates a secondary master cylinder which applies pressure to one of the rear pistons. The rear brake pedal is directly attached to the remaining two rear pistons and two front pistons. This arrangement irritated some but was praised—in some circles at least—for removing fork dive under heavy braking. When Honda released a new generation of VFR in 2002, the DCBS was modified to be less "linked". With the new DCBS, the front brake lever now activates five of the six front pistons and the rear brake pedal activates the two rear pistons and only one front piston. The secondary master cylinder (which is actuated by the rotational force of the front left caliper under braking) remained unchanged continuing to activate one rear piston.

Unlike its VFR predecessors, all VFR800 models use fuel injection instead of carburetors for fuel-air mixing. In 2000, Honda updated the fifth generation VFR with a catalytic converter, oxygen sensors and an EFI system that would enter closed-loop mode under highway (cruising) operation.

2006 Honda VFR800 (6th generation).

The sixth generation (RC46) began in 2002 and featured dual underseat exhausts and available ABS (antilock brakes) in addition to the DCBS. It was the first generation of VFR to feature chain-driven rather than gear-driven cams plus VTEC valve actuation technology. In contrast to the automotive version of VTEC, where the cam timing is changed to suit the engine RPM providing a broad spread of power, the simplified motorcycle version employs only 2 of the 4 valves per cylinder when operating at lower engine speeds. All 4 valves per cylinder are utilised above 7000 rpm. These changes were a bid by Honda to meet tightening noise and emissions standards in their home market and abroad. In 2006, Honda has lowered the VTEC activation threshold as the power delivery of the 2002-2005 VTEC models tended to dip slightly before the transition point. In the 2006 edition the VTEC engages at 6400 rpm and stops working when the rpm is back to 6100.

The sixth generation has some weaknesses too: The rectifier unit in early models was problematic and some electrical wiring was not thick enough to handle the currents of the headlight units. The stator on early models were not powerful enough to keep the bike from dying in stop-and-go traffic; Honda had a service campaign to install more powerful stators on all effected units. The rear sub-frame on some early models was prone to cracking as well (this was fixed in a recall). The starter-valves need to be synchronized to achieve better engine stability. Also the wiring for the front and rear oxygen sensors was also backwards on some bikes that were sold in Europe.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a liquid cooled v4, four-stroke. A 72.0mm bore x 48.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 782.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70-zr17 front tire and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. combined 3-piston caliper (abs) and sintered metal pads in the front and a single disc. combined 3-piston callipers (abs) and sintered metal pads in the rear. The front suspension was a 43 mm hmas cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten df adjustment while the rear was equipped with a pro-link with gas-charged hmas damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment. The VFR800F was fitted with a 5.68 Gallon (21.50 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 478.4 pounds (217.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.48 inches (1460 mm) long.



1998[edit | edit source]

1998 Honda VRF800FI



The VFR800FI'98 Interceptor was sold in 1998 in only one color: Italian Red. It had a pivotless frame and linked braking system. It also had an electronic fuel injection. The serial number began JH2RC460*WM000001.


2000[edit | edit source]

Catalytic convertors were added to the exhaust in 2000, as well as some other upgrades, including slimmer mirrors and an electric choke. Italian red was also replaced in 2000 with yellow, but it was once again the only available color in 2001.

2002[edit | edit source]

Frame Spar Cross-section comparison
2002 Honda VFR800 Rear wheel
2002 Honda VFR800 in Red
2002 Honda VFR800 in Red
2002 Honda VFR800 in Red
2002 Honda VFR800 in Red


In 2002 the Honda Interceptor 800 was completely redesigned.

  • Won 2002's World's Best Streetbike Shootout - Cycle World Magazine

2003[edit | edit source]



  • Available colors: Red or Metallic Silver
  • Engine: 781cc DOHC liquid-cooled 90° V-4 with VTEC
  • Bore and stroke: 72.0 x 48.0 mm
  • Compression ratio: 11.6:1
  • Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
  • Final drive: O-ring chain
  • Front suspension: 43mm HMAS™ cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
  • Rear suspension: Pro-Link HMAS™ single-shock with spring-preload, compression- and rebound-damping adjust-ability
  • Front brake: Linked Braking System; dual full-floating discs with three-piston calipers
  • Rear brake: Linked Braking System; single-disc with three-piston caliper
  • Front tire 120/70ZR-17 radial
  • Rear tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
  • Wheelbase: 1458mm (57.4 in.)
  • Seat height: 805mm (31.7 in.)
  • Dry weight: 214 kg (472 lb)
  • Fuel capacity: 22 liters

2004 Interceptor 800[edit | edit source]



  • Engine Type: 781cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
  • Bore and Stroke: 72.0mm x 48.0mm
  • Compression Ratio: 11.6:1
  • Valve Train: VTEC DOHC; four valves per cylinder
  • Carburetion: Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with automatic enricher circuit
  • Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping and electronic advance
  • Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
  • Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain
  • Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
  • Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
  • Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers
  • Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper
  • Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
  • Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
  • Rake: 25.5 degrees
  • Trail: 95.0mm (3.74 inches)
  • Wheelbase: 57.4 inches
  • Seat Height: 31.7 inches
  • Dry Weight: 472.0 pounds
  • Fuel Capacity: 5.8 gallons, including 0.8-gallon reserve
  • Emissions: This model meets CARB 2008 emissions standards.
  • Available Colors: Asphalt, Red
  • Model ID: VFR800FI
  • Warranty: 1 year

In 2004, hazards light were made available to the VFR. And in addition to Italian Red, Asphalt Black (also known as Gunpowder Matte Black) was also an available color option (in the US and Canada only).

2005[edit | edit source]

2005 Honda VRF800FI



2005 Interceptor 800

  • Engine Type: 781cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4
  • Bore and Stroke: 72.0mm x 48.0mm
  • Compression Ratio: 11.6:1
  • Valve Train: VTEC DOHC; four valves per cylinder
  • Carburetion: Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with automatic enricher circuit
  • Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping and electronic advance
  • Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
  • Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain
  • Front Suspension: 43.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3-inch travel
  • Rear Suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged shock with seven-position spring-preload and rebound-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
  • Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 296.0mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers
  • Rear Brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper
  • Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
  • Rear Tire: 180/55ZR-17 radial
  • Rake: 25.5 degrees
  • Trail: 95.0mm (3.74 inches)
  • Wheelbase: 57.4 inches
  • Seat Height: 31.7 inches
  • Dry Weight: 472 pounds
  • Fuel Capacity: 5.8 gallons, including 0.8-gallon reserve
  • Emissions: This model meets CARB 2008 emissions standards.
  • Available Colors: Light Silver Metallic, Red
  • Model ID: VFR800FI
  • Warranty: 1 year

The available colors were Winning Red (changed from Italian Red) and Digital Silver.

2006[edit | edit source]


Several changes were made to the 2006 model over previous model years. There were new fuel injecters (inherited from the CBR1000), polished clutch and brake master cylinders, (Europeon-style) clear turn signal lenses both front and rear, and a new ECU which lowered the VTEC engagement point to 6400 RPM.

Perhaps one of the most striking changes to the VFR was that red was no longer a color option. The US and Canadian markets would only get Pearl Black (also known as Pearl Cosmic Black) and Pearl white, while Europe would get Pearl Black and Candy Dark Red (also known as Candy Glory Red, burgendy, or wine red).

2006 Honda VFR800FI in Pearl White


The Pearl Black is sometime referred to as Bass Boat Black, while the Pearl White is called Stormtropper White

2007[edit | edit source]

2006 Honda VFR800FI in Candy Red
2007 Honda VFR800 in Red
2006 Honda VFR800FI in 25th Anniversary Colors


2008[edit | edit source]

2008 Honda Interceptor in Silver


It was back to 1982 that the VF first made it's début. In 1983, the Interceptor badge is used for the first time. And in 1986, the VFR is introduced.


2016 Honda VFR800F[edit | edit source]

The new Honda VFR800F, has a 782cc, liquid-cooled 16-valve DOHC 90 degree, V4-VTEC engine has received significant development for 2015, mainly focusing on cam timing and valve duration/overlap to deliver the required increase in low-to midrange power and torque. Peak power of 104.5 HP ( 77.9 kW) is delivered at 10,250rpm, with peak torque of 75.1Nm (55.4 lb-ft) arriving at 8,500rpm.

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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019. 
  2. 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019. 
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