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Honda VF 400 F 1987

General moped information

ModelHonda VF 400 F
Year1987
CategorySport touring
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeV4, four-stroke
Power55.00 HP (40.1 kW)) @ 11500 RPM
Top speed172.0 km/h (106.9 mph)
Fuel systemCarburettor. Four Keihin VD40A, 27mm carburettors
Fuel controlDOHC
IgnitionDigital; Two units, type Toyo Denso FW82-TRI
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed
ClutchWet plate
Fuel consumption4.50 litres/100 km (22.2 km/l or 52.27 mpg)
Greenhouse gases104.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust system4 in 2

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeround steel tubes
Front tyre dimensions100/90-16H
Rear tyre dimensions110/90-18H
Front brakesSingle disc. inboard ventilated cast iron disk, 2-piston calipers
Rear brakesSingle disc. inboard ventilated cast iron disk, 2-piston calipers

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc193.0 kg (425.5 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3143 HP/kg
Front percentage of weight48.7
Rear percentage of weight51.3
Seat height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1,160 mm (45.7 inches)
Overall length2,085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall width750 mm (29.5 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Fuel capacity17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity3.00 litres (0.79 gallons)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
CommentsRemovable left hand frame tube is part of the cooling system.
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