
Honda VFR800X
Key specifications
Overview
### 2020 Honda VFR800X: The Versatile Sport Tourer The 2020 Honda VFR800X stands out in the sport touring category, designed for riders who seek a blend of performance, comfort, and practicality. This bike embodies Honda’s commitment to engineering excellence, delivering a robust platform that excels on both long-distance journeys and spirited weekend rides. With its dynamic styling and versatile capabilities, the VFR800X is equally at home on winding mountain roads or cruising along the highway, making it a compelling choice for adventure-seeking motorcyclists. At the heart of the VFR800X lies a powerful 782cc V4 engine that produces an impressive 107 horsepower at 10,250 RPM, coupled with a torque output of 77 Nm at 8,500 RPM. This harmonious balance of power and torque provides a thrilling ride, allowing the bike to accelerate smoothly and confidently in various conditions. The 6-speed transmission delivers precise gear changes, enabling riders to harness the engine's capabilities effectively. With its liquid-cooled design and advanced fuel injection system, the VFR800X offers not only performance but also reliability and efficiency, ensuring that every ride is as exhilarating as it is economical. Beyond the engine, the VFR800X is packed with features that enhance both comfort and control. The chassis is constructed from a lightweight diamond frame, providing excellent stability while allowing for agile handling. The suspension system, which includes a 43mm HMAS cartridge-type front fork and a
Pros
Cons
- Versatile Performance: The powerful V4 engine delivers smooth acceleration and impressive torque across the rev range, making it suitable for various riding styles.
- Comfortable Ride: Advanced suspension and ergonomic seating ensure a comfortable experience, whether on short commutes or long-distance tours.
- Advanced Features: The inclusion of ABS brakes, adjustable suspension settings, and a reliable fuel injection system enhances both safety and ride quality.
- Weight: At 244kg, some riders may find the VFR800X slightly heavy, especially in low-speed maneuvers or during parking.
- Limited Off-Road Capability: While it can handle light gravel and dirt roads, it’s primarily designed for paved surfaces, which may limit its off-road potential.
- Price Point: Compared to some competitors in the sport touring segment, the VFR800X may come with a higher price tag, which could deter budget-conscious buyers.
Technical details
Source specification data
- Make
- Honda
- Model
- VFR800X
- Category
- Sport touring
- Light
- LED headlights
- Starter
- Electric
- Electrical
- 12V/11AH battery.
- Color Options
- Black Matte Ballistic Metallic
- ,
- White Pearl Glare
- ,
- Power
- 107.00 HP (78.1 kW)) @ 10250 RPM
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate with coil springs
- Torque
- 77.00 Nm (7.9 kgf-m or 56.8 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Driveline
- O-ring sealed chain
- Engine Type
- 90 degree V-4
- Fuel System
- Injection
- .
- M
- -
- I
- electronic fuel injection
- Bore X Stroke
- 72.0 x 48.0 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Displacement
- 782.00 ccm (47.72 cubic inches)
- Cooling System
- Liquid
- Engine Details
- V4, four-stroke
- Exhaust System
- Transmission
- Valves Per Cylinder
- 4
- Transmission Type Final Drive
- Chain
- Seat Height
- 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
- Oil Capacity
- 3.90 litres (0.26 quarts)
- Fuel Capacity
- 20.80 litres (5.50 gallons)
- Overall Width
- 870 mm (34.3 inches)
- Overall Height
- 1,385 mm (54.5 inches)
- Overall Length
- 2,190 mm (86.2 inches)
- Ground Clearance
- 165 mm (6.5 inches)
- Alternate Seat Height
- 835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
- Weight Incl Oil Gas Etc
- 244.0 kg (537.9 pounds)
- Rake
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 103 mm (4.1 inches)
- Wheels
- 10-spoke diecast aluminium
- Rear Tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
- Frame Type
- Diamond
- ; triple-box-section aluminium twin-spar.
- Swing
- arm: 548mm.
- Front Tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear Brakes
- Single
- disc.
- S
- .
- Hydraulic
- .
- Two
- -piston calipers.
- Front Brakes
- Double
- disc.
- S
- .
- Floating
- discs.
- Hydraulic
- .
- Four
- -piston calipers.
- Rear Suspension
- Pro
- -
- Link
- with gas-charged
- S
- damper, 7-step (stepless remote-controlled hydraulic) preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 120mm axle travel
- Front Suspension
- S
- cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload and ten
- F
- adjustment, 108mm axle travel
- Rear Wheel Travel
- 148 mm (5.8 inches)
- Front Wheel Travel
- 145 mm (5.7 inches)
- Rear Brakes Diameter
- 256 mm (10.1 inches)
- Front Brakes Diameter
- 310 mm (12.2 inches)