Honda VFR 400 R vs Yamaha FZR 400 RR (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VFR 400 Rstacks up against the Yamaha FZR 400 RR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VFR 400 RYamaha FZR 400 RR
Model year19921991
Price$2,000
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower61 hp56 hp
Torque42 Nm
Fuel capacity4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/60-17 / 150/60-18

Honda VFR 400 R vs Yamaha FZR 400 RR — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VFR 400 R and the Yamaha FZR 400 RR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VFR 400 R brings 61 hp, while the Yamaha FZR 400 RR counters with 56 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: