HONDA VFR1200FA (2011-2012) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda VFR1200F was a sport-touring motorcycle part of the VFR line of motorcycles in Honda's range, powered by a transverse-mounted V4 engine. The bike featured new technologies, which included the first Dual Clutch Transmission offered on a motorcycle.

In 2009, Honda started production of the VFR1200F, and the first models were delivered in 2010, keeping the transverse-mounted V4 architecture from previous VFR models, while the engine and transmission were completely new designs.

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda VFR1200FA, a motorcycle that got a few revisions, which included the engine that offered more performance with more torque between 2,000-4,000 rpm.

The bike featured changes to the PGM-FI system, an increased capacity of the fuel tank that offered over 300 km (186 miles) on a single tank of gas, a more comfortable seat, and a traction control system that worked head-to-head with the C-ABS, which enhanced the bike's capabilities.

Also, the bike was available with an optional upgraded Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) system that offered smoother gear changes in any riding mode, such as the general use D-Mode and, for high-performance riding, the S-Mode.

In the power department, the 2012 VFR1200FA had its soul brought to life by a 1237cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 170 hp with maximum strength at 10,000 rpm and 129 Nm (95 lb-ft) of torque at 8,750 rpm.