HONDA VFR1200FA DCT (2013-2014) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2014, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda VFR1200FA DCT, a sport touring motorcycle part of the VFR line of motorcycles in Honda's range that came with the same package as its predecessor with an additional Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) system.

Also, the bike came with a Traction Control System (TCS) that ensured optimum power delivery on various surfaces with limited grip. The DCT system offered smooth gear changes in any riding mode, such as the general use D-Mode and the high-performance riding S-Mode.

The VFR1200FA DCT was available with optional Honda Genuine Accessories, such as a 29 L saddlebag kit, a 31 L top box with a quick-detach system, nylon inner bags, a 7 L tank bag, a sporty three-position adjustable screen that integrated with the standard windscreen for more wind protection, heated grips, a center stand, and a wind deflector set.

The bike was built on a double beam cast aluminum frame that housed a 41 mm adjustable HMAS inverted telescopic fork on the front and a Pro-Link adjustable HMAS gas-charged shock absorber on the rear for optimum suspension performance and handling.

As for braking, the 1200F DCT packed two 320 mm floating discs with six-piston calipers on the front wheel and one 276 mm disc with a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel for optimum stopping power.

The 2014 Honda VFR1200FA DCT took its power from 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.