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Honda VFR 700F

Make Model	Honda VFR 700F
Year	1986 - 87
Engine	Four stroke, 90°V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Capacity	699 cc / 42.6 cu. in
Bore x Stroke	70 x 45.4 mm
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Induction	4x 30mm Keihin carburetors
Ignition	Transistorize
Starting	Electric
Max Power	81 hp / 58 kW @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque	6.2 kgf-m / 44.8 lb-ft @ 8500 rpm
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Primary Reduction	2.031
Final Reduction	2.813
Gear Ratio	1st: 2.846 2nd: 2.063 3rd: 1.632 4th: 1.333 5th: 1.154 6th: 1.036
Frame	Double-down tube, twin beam, aluminum frame; box-section aluminum swing arm
Front Suspension	Showa 38mm forks 3-way adjustable rebound damping
Front Wheel Travel	140 mm / 5.5 in
Rear Suspension	Single Showa air-spring shock 4-way adjustable rebound damping
Rear Wheel Travel	105 mm / 4.1 in
Front Brakes	2x 270mm discs 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 288mm disc
Front Tyre	120/80-16
Rear Tyre	130/70-18
Rake	27.5º
Trail	108 mm / 4.3 in
Wheelbase	1477mm / 58.1 in
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.5 in
Ground Clearance	135 mm / 5.3 in
Dry Weight	221 kg / 487 lbs
Wet Weight	229.3 kg / 505.5 lbs.
Fuel Capacity	15.8 Litres / 4.2 US gal

This U.S. "Tariff Beater" model was similar to the VF750 with the only external difference being no 750 designation in the graphics just the Interceptor name. Inside difference was shorter stroke, different cams, and ignition timing.

Model History by by Steve Fischer

In the US, there were three different VFR700 models sold, each with a California variant. The California version is easily identified by the presence of extra plumbing attached to the front head that runs to an AICV diaphragm valve under the right lower fairing (among other various emission control additions).

In 1986, the red, white and blue VFR700F was introduced as a tariff-beater for the tax imposed on Japanese imports above 700cc. As I understand it, this tariff was intended to protect Harley-Davidson since their product was over-priced and under-engineered when compared to most imports.

The VFR700F looked nearly identical to the VFR750F, but cost some $800 less (in ’86 that difference was huge). The 86VFR700F sported the look of the 750, with round instruments (and detachable speedometer). The only cosmetic difference was the lower fairing graphics now read "VFR" as opposed to "VFR 750".

In mid-1986, the VFR700FII (aka F2) was introduced. This model was only available in a solid pearl white with dark gold decals and striping. It acquired ‘square’ automotive-style instruments with an integrated fuse box (previously on top triple clamp), and kept the zinc-style engine covers.

In 1987, the VFR700F2 was the only model sold in the US. The blue/silver model was introduced featuring black engine covers, a midnight blue finish and silver wheels, seat and decals. Functionally, the ’87 included many improvements. The ignition became fully digital and no longer required the Cam Pulse Generator. The tachometer no longer fed into the spark unit. The gear shift-arm was shortened for more positive shifting. The front forks were given more damping (though this still left much to be desired). The rear suspension linkage was improved. A new Pro Link shock was introduced. Many engine components were strengthened and lightened. The valve rocker arms were redesigned to cause less friction.