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VF 1000 F

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62 /100 Sporty
Power
116 HP
Engine
998 ccm

1984 Honda VF 1000 F Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Honda's sport touring motorcycle lineup, the 1984 Honda VF 1000 F pairs a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 116 HP (84.7 kW) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the VF 1000 F measures 261 kg (575 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.44 HP/kg (2.25 kg per horsepower). The 23-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1984 to 1987, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
116.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.44 HP/kg (2.25 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine Type V4, four-stroke
Engine Details V4, four-stroke
Power 116.0 HP (84.7 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Compression 10.5:1
Bore x Stroke 77.0 x 53.6 mm (3.0 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/80-16
Rear Tyre 140/80-17
Front Brakes Dual disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 261.0 kg (575.4 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 23.00 litres (6.08 US gallons)
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