2010 Honda VFR1200F Comparison Photo Gallery

A looker? Depends on the viewers tastes, with the Honda VFR a bird of a different feather.

As far as value goes, Honda presents the most expensive bike in this comparison – the stock VFR ringing in at $15,999.

The Honda VFR1200F sports a shaft drive and like the other two rides in this comparison, makes use of a slipper clutch.

A pulsing V-Four engine defines the Honda VFR lineup

Though down on CC, the Honda VFR splits the horsepower difference between the Hayabusa and Concours 14.

Our test route would stretch near 1500 miles and cover a wide range of roads, everything from tight mountain canyons to wide sweeping backroads, with a healthy dose of freeway travel.

Fantastic braking feel and performance on the Honda complement a refined and nimble chassis.

The low gear/rpm restriction aside, Honda’s TBW system delivers seamless fueling and throttle response. Once in the mid-range the VFR rips with immediate ferocity at the right grip

The VFR position, while also pitching the rider forward somewhat, is more neutral and much more amenable to packing on the mileage.

The Honda seat feels quite comfortable to our test rider’s sensibilities.

Range for the Busa works out to 193 miles from its 5.25-gallon tank, while the Honda claims an even more meager range, just 174 miles from its 4.9 gallon reserve – perhaps its biggest touring shortcoming.

Rolled onto the dyno the VFR acquits itself well, producing 144 hp and 81.26 lb-ft rear wheel power.

The Hayabusa and VFR1200F both carve up ribbons of asphalt, with the Honda's narrow profile and communicative chassis making turn-in and transitions effortless.

The VFR1200F proves a pleasing blend of performance and comfort - a versatile ride for the rider looking for something different.

2010 Honda VFR12000F Torque Dyno Comparison Chart

Once in its robust mid-range, the VFR1200F rips hard all the way to the five-figure redline.

Delivering autobahn performance for the willing rider. Too bad we don't have any autobahns here in the US of A!

The VFR’s fit and finish well serve the Honda name, and we found the metal flake red paint particularly fetching

In the lower gears, the muted engine response is more pronounced until about 5500 rpm. The sensation is intentional, a power valve in the exhaust working with the throttle-by-wire system to harness the Four’s power.

The 2010 Honda VFR1200F cockpit is trim and compact.

A pulsing V-Four engine defines the Honda VFR lineup

The Honda and Suzuki both sources aftermarket luggage from Cortech.

2010 Honda VFR12000F Horsepower Dyno Comparison Chart

Honda offers an optional $250 windscreen deflector, placed over the stock screen and offering three settings.

Ample options from Honda only aid the VFR’s touring creds, like the saddlebags ($1400) and rear top case (no price listed yet).

The VFR offers a more casual riding position than the Hayabusa, but if a rider chooses they can tuck in and exploit the V-Four's potential behind excellent wind protection of the non-adjustable screen and a cozy, comfortable saddle.

2010 Honda VFR1200F Dyno Chart

2010 Honda VFR1200F Comparison Photo Gallery

See photos of the 2010 Honda VFR1200F in action in our VFR Comparison review.