Honda Valkyrie ABS vs Honda Valkyrie Rune (2014)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Valkyrie ABSstacks up against the Honda Valkyrie Rune. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda Valkyrie ABS | Honda Valkyrie Rune |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2014 | 2004 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 1832 cc | 1832 cc |
| Weight | — | 349 kg |
| Seat height | 29 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.6 L | 6.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS, three-piston caliper | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS, three-piston caliper. | Single disc |
| Tires | 130/60-19 / 180/55-17 | 150/60-R-18 radial / 180/55-R-17 radial |
Honda Valkyrie ABS vs Honda Valkyrie Rune — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda Valkyrie ABS and the Honda Valkyrie Rune usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Valkyrie ABS brings its published horsepower, while the Honda Valkyrie Rune counters with its own power figure at 349 kg.
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: