It's been one of the most awaited bikes in the last few years. It was said that it will offer outstanding performance and a like never before driving experience.
It was said that it will be the replacement for both VFR800 and the Blackbird.
Now we have finally came to the official release and the new toy that will be soon available at the local stores.

Soon it will be the time for the first ride impressions and tests that we can't wait for!

The new lucky customer will be able to choose between the Candy Prominence Red, Seal Silver Metallic and Pearl Sunbeam White colors, the color samples pictures will be posted in a short time on www.VFR1200onlline.com.

The engine will perform 174bhp and 130 Nm of torque. With these specifications the engine platform will sure find place also in sportier as touring oriented and heavy off-road models.

The detailed official bike specifications are the following:

Engine:
Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke UNICAM 76° V-4 engine
Displacement 1.237 cc
Compression Ratio 12 : 1
Max. Power Output ED: 127 kW / 174bhp @ 10.000 rpm
Max. Torque ED: 95 lb ft / 130 Nm @ 8.750 min-1
*Power and torque may vary depending of the selected engine mode.
Idling Speed 1.050 - 1.250 min-1

Fuel system & tank capacity:
Carburetion Honda PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity 18,5 liters

Frame:
Aluminum double spar frame

Drive Train:
Clutch Wet, multiple slipper type
Hydraulic Clutch Operation
6-speed gearbox
Final Drive Shaft

Suspension
Front 43 mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with preload adjustment, 120 mm axle travel
Rear Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step, 130 mm axle travel, with remote controlled hydraulic preload

Brakes:
Type Front 320 mm dual floating hydraulic disc with two 6-piston calipers, ABS
Rear 276 mm hydraulic disc with 6-piston caliper, ABS and sintered metal pads

Tires:
Front tire size  120/70 R17 inch
Rear tire size  190/55 R17 inch

Weight:
Dry weight: 267 kg
Maximum permissible mass: 463 kg