1985 Honda VF 1000R technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: VF 1000R
Years: 1985
Engine: Four stroke, 90°V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 998 cc / 60.9 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 77 x 53.6 mm
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 10.7:1
Induction: 4x 34mm CV type carbs
Ignition: Inductive magnetically triggered
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 130 hp / 94.8 kW @ 10500 rpm
Max Torque: 92.2 Nm / 8.8 kg-m / 63.7 ft-lb @ 8000 RPM
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 41mm center-axle with air-assist, 3-way rebound damping, anti-dive valuing
Front Wheel Travel: 155 mm / 6.1 in
Rear Suspension: Air-assist coil-over shock, progressive linkage, three-way rebound damping
Rear Wheel Travel: 123 mm / 4.8 in
Front Brakes: 2x 285mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 285mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 120/80 V16
Rear Tyre: 140/80 V17
Seat Height: 810 mm / 31.8 in
Ground Clearance: 135 mm / 5.3 in
Dry Weight: 236 kg / 520 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 23 liters (4.5L)
Consumption Average: 36 mpg
Standing ¼ Mile: 10.8 sec / 124.4 mp/h
Top Speed: 149.0 mph
Road Test: Motosprint Group Test 1985 Bike magazine

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