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Honda VFR1200X - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Honda VFR1200X is a sport-touring adventure bike designed for riders seeking versatility on both road and light off-road terrain. Known for its innovative dual-clutch transmission and powerful V4 engine, it delivers smooth acceleration and confident handling across varied surfaces. The adjustable suspension and generous ground clearance make it equally at home on highways and gravel roads.
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Honda VFR1200X |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 119.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 5.17 litres/100 km (19.3 km/l or 45.50 mpg) |
| Driveline | Six-speed manual transmission or automatic. |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM-FI |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 81.0 x 60.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 12.0:1 |
| Torque | 126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Power | 127.40 HP (93.0 kW) @ 7750 RPM |
| Engine details | 76 degree cyclinder angle |
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1237.00 ccm (75.48 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Wire spoked |
| Rear brakes diameter | 276 mm (10.9 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Combined ABS |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Combined ABS |
| Rear tyre | 150/70-R17 |
| Front tyre | 110/80-R19 |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link with gas-charged damper, preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment |
| Front Suspension | 43mm inverted telescopic forks with hydraulic damping, preload and rebound damping adjustment |
| Trail | 107 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 28.0° |
| Frame type | Diamond aluminium twin-spar |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 21.50 litres (5.68 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,595 mm (62.8 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 915 mm (36.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,285 mm (90.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,335 mm (52.6 inches) |
| Seat height | 850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 275.0 kg (606.3 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Traction Control System. Windscreen. Sometimes called VFR1200X Crosstourer. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Candy Red |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
127.4 hp
Peak Power
3.4s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track40%
City55%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding70%
Touring90%
Passenger82%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to intermediate to experienced riders who can manage a tall, substantial adventure-tourer with strong midrange power. |
| Purpose | Built as a road-biased adventure tourer, excelling at covering long distances comfortably on pavement with occasional light gravel or dirt road capability. |
| Rider Fit | The 850mm seat height and 277kg weight demand a reasonably confident, physically capable rider, especially at low speeds or off-road. |
| Character | A refined, torquey V4 shaft-driven machine that favors smooth, confident cruising over aggressive sport riding, with a distinctive engine character and relaxed ergonomics. |
| Not Ideal For | Not ideal for riders seeking a lightweight, flickable machine for tight city streets or serious technical off-road trails. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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