Honda VF 500 F vs BSA Daytona Replica (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VF 500 Fstacks up against the BSA Daytona Replica. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VF 500 FBSA Daytona Replica
Model year19861954
Price
Engine497 cc497 cc
Horsepower70 hp31 hp
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-16 / 110/90-18

Honda VF 500 F vs BSA Daytona Replica — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VF 500 F and the BSA Daytona Replica usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VF 500 F brings 70 hp, while the BSA Daytona Replica counters with 31 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: