Harley-Davidson Model JDCA vs Honda VFR1200F (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model JDCAstacks up against the Honda VFR1200F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Model JDCAHonda VFR1200F
Model year19242019
Price
Engine1208 cc1237 cc
Horsepower12 hp170 hp
Torque129 Nm
Weight166 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Six-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Tires3-28 / 3-28 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17

Harley-Davidson Model JDCA vs Honda VFR1200F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA and the Honda VFR1200F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model JDCA brings 12 hp in a 166 kg package, while the Honda VFR1200F counters with 170 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: