Honda VFR 800FA

Namely, Honda does not open up new horizons here every four years, as is customary for supersport thousand or six hundred. A motorcyclist riding a VFR 800 is different from those with a stopwatch, an aggressive and dazzling new design, or the number of horses in a newer engine.

Thus, VFR is one of the quietest motorcycles. Not so long ago, she didn't even have a real competitor. At least in terms of technology. The feature that the driver notices as soon as he decisively opens the gas is the valves or their control. Namely, Honda took its V-tec design from motorcycles to cars.

This is similar to turning on the turbo above 7.500 rpm while driving. From a moderate hum, the sound of the engine instantly turns into a harsh growl, and the VFR 800 literally rushes forward. Let's not hide the fact that at first it was necessary to get used to it, but when we gained experience and trust, we experienced real joy when turning on the gas. Also because Honda has created a motorcycle that is very easy to ride. We can only blame her for the fact that she starts to wobble slightly on long corners and at speeds above 200 km / h, but fortunately, these vibrations are not disturbing or dangerous.

It can be ideal for travel, as its fuel consumption is moderate, it does not get tired of long distances on the highway and, just as important, it provides sufficient comfort while driving, whether we think of arms or buttocks. The passenger will also feel good on it, as the footpegs are low enough and the handles for a secure grip are not too far behind.

If you're the type of person who likes to go faster as a couple and want to ease the pain your loved one would otherwise go through in a supercar, VFR is a great choice. After all, with side travel bags, this motorcycle can also look neat.

Along with all this, it has another nice feature. It keeps the price very well, as there aren't many riders who have a bad experience with it. VFR has earned its position and reputation over the years of presence in the market.

Honda VFR 800FA

Test car price: 12.090 EUR

engine: Four-cylinder 90 ° engine, four-stroke, 781 cm3, 80 kW at 10.500 rpm, 80 Nm at 8.750 rpm, el. fuel injection.

Frame, suspension: aluminum box, classic front fork, single fully adjustable shock at the rear, single swingarm.

brakes: diameter of the front reel is 296 mm, the diameter of the rear reel is 256 mm.

Wheelbase: 1.460 mm.

Fuel tank / consumption per 100 km: 22/5, 3 l.

Seat height from ground: 805 mm.

Dry weight: 218 kg.

Contact person: www.honda-as.com.

We praise and reproach

+ appearance

+ torque at low rpm

+ usability

+ just as comfortable for two passengers

+ V-tec motor

+ engine sound

– the hole in the power curve could be smaller

– we lacked comfort accessories (e.g. heated levers)

Petr Kavchich, photo: Matej Memedovich

• Basic data

  Test model cost: € 12.090 XNUMX €

• Technical information

  engine: Four-cylinder 90 ° engine, four-stroke, 781 cm3, 80 kW at 10.500 rpm, 80 Nm at 8.750 rpm, el. fuel injection.

  Frame: aluminum box, classic front fork, single fully adjustable shock at the rear, single swingarm.

  brakes: diameter of the front reel is 296 mm, the diameter of the rear reel is 256 mm.

  Fuel tank: 22 / 5,3 l.

  Wheelbase: 1.460 mm.

  Weight: 218 kg.