Is 2012 VFR800 same as 2002-2009 model?

Hi Guys,

This is my first post so please be gentle. Bought my brand new 2012 VFR800 last year in Australia (yes, it was built in 2012) and thinking about getting some mods like Sargent seat, PC V, ZG Double Bubble and etc however all of the sites I've been to don't list 2012 VFR so is it safe to consider that my bike a 2002-2009 model? Once again sorry if this is a lame question. Thank you!

 

You say it was built in 2012? Just out of curiosity, is that what the frame says or the title?

 

Yup they are the same...........Damn Aussie :tongue:
The Jap still make 6th gen for Asia market...... :thumb:

 

Your first post and you didn't even post a pic?! How do we know you're not making this 2012 model up? Here in the states, they stopped selling them in '09!:wink:

Cheers!

 

Good point Ootvs........I like Aussie so I was easy on him. ound:

 

Thanks guys! Yes it was a brand new black and white VFR800 with 3 kms on the clock when I bought it last year. There's a stamp with "4/12" on the frame near the VIN number so I assume it was built in April 2012.
My biggest concern is that I don't want to spend 1-2K on mods and have the shipped from US just to realize that they won't fit my bike.
Thank you!

 

Technically it's the same as the 2006-2009 model, as they updated a few things then, different vtec setting etc. They may well have made other changes for 2010, as Honda list them as another small model change, but I don't know what they changed.

 

Ah come on! show us the bike already! that's 2 post and still no pic!:chaingun:

BTW, the B&W models are some of the nicest looking, but how would we know, we hardly get to see them (wink, wink, nudge, nudge).

 

Here is the Spec.
Look the same to me

General information
Model: Honda VFR 800
Year: 2012
Category: Sport touring
Rating: 71.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 782.00 ccm (47.72 cubic inches)
Engine type: V4, four-stroke
Engine details: 90 degree V-4
Power: 107.00 HP (78.1 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque: 80.00 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) @ 8750 RPM
Compression: 11.6:1
Bore x stroke: 72.0 x 48.0 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel system: Injection. PGM-FI
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type,
final drive: Chain
Driveline: O-Ring sealed chain
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension: 43mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless pre-load adjustment, 109mm axle travel
Rear suspension: Pro-link with gas-charged HMAS damper, 7-step preload and stepless rebound adjustment, 120mm axle travel
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc. Combined 3-piston calliper (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. Combined 3-piston callipers (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Rear brakes diameter: 256 mm (10.1 inches)
Wheels: Spoke cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight: 218.0 kg (480.6 pounds)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4908 HP/kg
Seat height: 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,195 mm (47.0 inches)
Overall length: 2,120 mm (83.5 inches)
Overall width: 735 mm (28.9 inches)
Ground clearance: 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,460 mm (57.5 inches)
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Other specifications
Starter: Electric
Color options: Red, white, silver
Further information

 

My mistake - I wasn't paying attention to the Australia part. I was afraid he had a bike with a new frame that was titled as a 2012. I believe someone on here has that "problem". Causes headaches when it comes time to license it every year!

 

It's 6am over here and family is still in bed, I need to take it out of the garage to make pics and I my boss would kill me for that I'll post some pics later today
I'm thinking of Sargent seat, ZG double bubble and PC V but it's still unclear whether they will fit my bike or not.
I guess seat and and ZG should fit, however not sure about PC V as I may not be able find proper map for it and I don't want to pay 1K to local shop to have it fitted and tuned

PS. Oh, btw mine doesn't have ABS - they don't sell them with ABS over here.

 

There are a few AUS members here that might be willing to let you check out their 6 Gen for the physical items i.e. Seat, windscreen and I doubt there would be too much changed on the '10+ models engine wise that wouls inhibit the PCV from working. My understanding is that they will even fit on the 5 Gen and since they're "tunable" I don't see there being too much of an issue of making it work for your '12, unless the ECU connector has changed. Oh yeah, and my "boss" wouldn't care too much if I woke her up just to take some pics for the "guys"!

Cheers!

 

Not all bosses are equal Thanks for your suggestion though!

 

Where are all the Aussie when we need it them otstir:
I guess they are still in bed :sleep:

 

So wait. You're telling me they still make the VFR800, the perfect sized sport touring bike, and they still make it in my favorite color combo, but they just won't ship it to the US? GAAAR!

 

Yup, that's right. Some pics of my baby as promised. I've highlighted the build date - 4/12. Enjoy!

 

Now that's what I'm talking about! eace: BTW, did it come with the top case and frame sliders?

 

Of course not Had to buy them separately

 

Because I didn't hate Aussies ENOUGH already... :tongue:

Beautiful bike there. Enjoy the ride!

 

I had to ask, as you guys still get the VFR800! Didn't know what other luxuries Honda might be giving you guys down under! Lucky bastards! Well, in case I forgot to say it, Congratulations on your new ride!, definitely wish we had that color scheme choice here, not that I would trade my black beauty for it, just would be nice to see other options. The VFR is one of the only bikes IMO that look really good in white!

Cheers!