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Honda VFR1200F (2012)





      Honda claims the VFR1200F dual clutch technology is the world's first applied in a motorcycle. With this technology allows the use of the clutch and shift automatically.
     In addition, Honda warrant the use of technology as much fun with the double clutch automatic transmission. Even so, the technology is more fun because the driver can set the sport as well as comfortable driving model which is fully controlled electronically.
     Honda claims the VFR1200F dual clutch technology is the world's first applied in a motorcycle. With this technology allows the use of the clutch and shift automatically.
     In addition, Honda warrant the use of technology as much fun with the double clutch automatic transmission. Even so, the technology is more fun because the driver can set the sport as well as comfortable driving model which is fully controlled electronically.
    Honda believes dual clutch technology is a breakthrough in the future that appeared today. The reason, VFR1200F allows bikers to experience a new style of free riding motorcycles.
Dual clutch transmission developed by Honda made ​​with solid construction and light weight. This makes the Honda does not need to make modifications to the motorcycle unit that will implement this feature.
    Dual clutch transmission that appears in the model VFR1200F said almost the same as those developed for the car. Nevertheless, because of its dimensions that are longer than conventional transmission, the application of a double clutch on a motorcycle requires a rather complicated laying techniques.
      Honda explains the complexity of the application of dual transmission on a motorcycle found on the consideration of ground clearance, center of gravity and balance factor when cornering motorcycles.
Honda is able to resolve the issue on the VFR1200F. This occurred after the Honda managed to do development on the design of the use of two main shaft and the clutch hydraulic direction.
In addition, Honda has made 100 patents on this technology also makes it easier menu options for the biker. For D-Mode users can feel the fuel-efficient. While the S-Mode promising sporty driving. The 6-speed-mode allows control fully electronic through the shift-control with a taste like a manual transmission.

General information
Model:
Honda VFR1200F
Year:
2012
Category:
Naked bike
Engine and transmission
Displacement:
1237.00 ccm (75.48 cubic inches)
Engine type:
V4, four-stroke
Engine details:
76 degrees V-4
Compression:
12.0:1
Bore x stroke:
81.0 x 60.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches)
Valves per cylinder:
4
Fuel system:
Injection. Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with automatic enrichment circuit, 44mm throttle bodies and 12-hole injectors
Fuel control:
SOHC
Ignition:
Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Cooling system:
Liquid
Gearbox:
6-speed
Transmission type,
final drive:
Shaft drive (cardan)
Emission details:
Meets current California Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA standards.
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle):
25.5°
Trail:
101 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension:
43mm cartridge fork with spring-preload adjustability
Front suspension travel:
119 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear suspension:
Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single gas-charged shock with remote spring-preload adjustability and rebound-damping adjustability
Rear suspension travel:
130 mm (5.1 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:
190/55-ZR17
Front brakes:
Double disc. CBS six-piston calipers with ABS
Front brakes diameter:
320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes:
Single disc. CBS two-piston calipers with ABS
Rear brakes diameter:
276 mm (10.9 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height:
810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase:
1,544 mm (60.8 inches)
Fuel capacity:
18.93 litres (5.00 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter:
Electric
Factory warranty:
One year. Unlimited milage. Transferable.
Color options:
Candy Blue
Comments:
Model ID: VFR1200F

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