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VF 750 C

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57 /100 Balanced
Power
82 HP
Top Speed
187 km/h
Engine
748 ccm

1986 Honda VF 750 C Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1986 Honda VF 750 C allround motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 748 cc (45.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 82 HP (59.9 kW) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 109.6 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 750 C measures 240 kg (529 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.93 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 187 km/h (116 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 1982 to 2000, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
109.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.34 HP/kg (2.93 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 748.0 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)
Engine Type V4, four-stroke
Engine Details V4, four-stroke
Power 82.0 HP (59.9 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Compression 10.5:1
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/90-18
Rear Tyre 130/90-16
Front Brakes Dual disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 240.0 kg (529.1 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
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