Positioned in Honda's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1998 Honda VFR 400 NC 30 utilizes a 399 cc (24.4 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 59 HP (43.1 kW) at 12,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 39 Nm (28.8 lb-ft) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 147.9 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (10,000 rpm) and peak power (12,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the VFR 400 NC 30 measures 182 kg (401 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.08 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 755 mm (29.7 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,345 mm (53 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 208 km/h (129 mph).
Specific Output
147.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.32 HP/kg (3.08 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,000–12,500 rpm
Standover Height
755 mm (29.7 in)
Engine
Displacement399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV4, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV4, four-stroke
Power59.0 HP (43.1 kW)) @ 12500 RPM
Torque39.0 Nm (4.0 kgf-m or 28.8 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM
Bore x Stroke55.0 x 0.0 mm (2.2 x inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-100 km/h4.00 seconds
Chassis
Wheelbase1345 mm (53.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/60-17
Rear Tyre150/60-18
Front BrakesDouble disc. dual with four piston calipers
Rear BrakesSingle disc. single dual piston calipers
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3242 HP/kg
Seat Height755 mm (29.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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