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Honda VF 400F

Make Model	Honda VF 400F
Year	1982
Engine	Four stroke, V-four
Capacity	399 cc / 24.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	55 x 42 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	11.0:1
Induction	VD40
Ignition	CDI, Full transistor
Starting	Electric
Max Power	55.5 hp / 40.5 kW @ 12500 rpm
Max Torque	35.5 Nm / 26.8 ft-lb @ 10500 rpm
Clutch	Multiple plate coil springs
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Gear Ratio	1st 2.733, 2nd 1.850, 3th 1.478, 4th 1.240, 5th 1.074, 6th 0.931
Frame	Double cradle
Front Suspension	Telescopic, cylindrical air cushion combined use
Rear Suspension	Swing arm, cylindrical air cushion combined use
Front Brakes	2x discs
Rear Brakes	Single disc
Rake	26°
Trail	91 mm / 3.6 in
Front Tyre	100/90-16
Rear Tyre	110/90-18
Dimensions	Length 2060 mm / 81.1 in Width 750 mm / 29.5 in Height 1160 mm / 45.7 in
Wheelbase	1415 mm / 55.7 in
Seat Height	780 mm / 30.7 in
Ground Clearance	160 mm / 6.3 in
Dry Weight	175 kg / 381.4 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal

The first model of the Honda VF400F (NC13) was a "Naked style" motorcycle with bikini-cowling which looked like a MVX250F. It had a 400 cc V4 engine and was produced in 1982 and 1983. Notable features were the inboard ventilated disc brakes, Honda's TRAC (torque reactive anti dive control) system and air assisted front & rear suspension.