2010 Honda VFR1200F Touring Comparison Photo Gallery

The VFR windscreen may be non-adjustable, but delivers steady airflow without turbulent buffeting.

2010 Honda VFR1200F Sport-Touring Shootout Dyno

The 2010 Honda VFR1200F pulses out class-leading horsepower from its 1237cc V-Four engine - topping out at 144 poines with the tach at 10,000 rpm.

2010 Sport-Touring Horsepower rankings.

2010 Sport-Touring Torque rankings.

The most expensive bike in our test, the Honda’s premium performance commands the high pricetag.

The Honda VFR1200F, capable of a trackday and thousand-mile tour, delivers high-performance thrills and a refined gentlemanly package.

The VFR's high-performance engine is complemented by the highest rated brakes and transmission.

The VFR's handling ability was unmatched, with its chassis delivering quick turn-in and assuring stability at any speed.

One of the biggest concessions to the touring ledger with the VFR, the shaft final drive goes all but unnoticeable on the road.

The Honda's saddlebags are simple to use, though not particularly spacious.

The V-Four’s exhaust tones were deemed the best of our test too, though capable of more auditory bliss than they are in stock trim.

Kitted out with its touring accessories, the Honda is a pricey bike, but delivers the goods in pure road performance.

We’ve sampled some sporty rides over the years in our ST comparos, but none have been in the same class as the new VFR.

The VFR exhibits the finest fit and finish – the paint job particularly fetching.

It’s the on-road performance of its V-Four, faultless brakes and class-leading handling that power the VFR to a win in our measure.

Ten miles of twisties on the Honda make up for 90 miles of its less than optimal touring prowess.

2010 Sport Touring Shootout

All told the VFR delivers premium sportbike performance in a touring capable package.