Segment: Sport / Super Sport
Production years: 2008, 2009
In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda VFR800Fi Interceptor ABS, which featured the same technical and visual specifications as the previous models and delivered the same reliable performance and handling, enhanced by the additional ABS braking system.
After the 2009 model year, Honda discontinued the VFR800Fi Interceptor in the United States with the release of the larger VFR1200F, which was not a direct replacement for the VFR800F. The successor to the VFR800 came later in 2014 with the VFR800F, also known as the RC79.
The 2009 ABS version came equipped with the same features and benefits as the 2009 standard model, such as changes of the tachometer face from black to white, a remapped Electronic Control Unit (ECU) that offered a smoother transmission into VTEC, clear turn signal lenses, and changes to the electrical wiring that fixed issues with the charging system.
In addition, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as six-spoke cast aluminum wheels, a single-sided swingarm, an adjustable windscreen for improved wind protection, a comfortable seat with an upright riding position, and dual headlights.
As for the power figures, the 2009 Honda VFR800Fi Interceptor ABS took its muscles from a 782cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 110 hp at 10,500 rpm and 82 Nm (61 lb-ft) of torque at 8,500 rpm.
Overall, the VFR800Fi Interceptor ABS was a reliable sport-touring machine that offered a great balance of sporty performance and touring comfort.
engine specs | Type: | Liquid cooled, four stroke, 90 degrees V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder | Displacement: | 781 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.8x1.9 in OR 71 mm | Compression Ratio: | 11.6:1 | Horsepower: | 110/10500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 60/8500 lb-ft/RPM OR 81/8500 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit, 36mm throttle bodies, and 12-hole injectors |
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transmission specs | Gearbox: | Close-ratio six-speed, manual | Clutch: | Wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | #530 O-ring chain |
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chassis specs | Frame: | Aluminium, twin-spar | Front Suspension: | 43mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability; 4.3 inches 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 inches travel | Front Brake: | Dual full-floating 296 mm discs with LBS three-piston calipers | Rear Brake: | Single 256 mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper |
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dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | 31.7 in OR 805 mm | Wheelbase: | 57.4 in OR 1458 mm | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 540 lbs OR 245 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 5.8 gallons OR 22.0 L |
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tyres specs | Front: | 120/70-ZR17 | Rear: | 180/55-ZR17 |
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power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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