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Honda VFR 400 NC24 - 1987 Specifications and Reviews
The 1987 Honda VFR 400 NC24 is a nimble middleweight sport-tourer powered by a compact 399cc V4 engine producing 59 horsepower. Best suited for riders seeking a lightweight, maneuverable bike with genuine sporting credentials, it combines sharp handling with practical everyday usability. Known for its sophisticated engineering and reliable performance, the VFR 400 established Honda's reputation for building class-leading compact motorcycles.
1987
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 1987 |
| Model | Honda VFR 400 NC24 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet Plate |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Electric |
| Ignition | Transistor |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 4 x 29mm Keihin |
| Bore x stroke | 55.0 x 32.0 mm (2.2 x 1.3 inches) |
| Compression | 11.3:1 |
| Max RPM | 15000 |
| Torque | 39.00 |
| Power | 59.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V4 |
| Capacity: | 399.00 ccm (24.35 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,345 mm (53.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 165.0 kg (363.8 pounds) |
Honda VFR 400 NC24 dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | 4-2-1 |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 1 pot caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 296 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Nissin 2 pot caliper |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/70-H18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-H16 |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Arm Mono shock, fully adjustable |
| Front suspension | 41mm Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, rebound damping force air adjustable (8psi - 11psi) |
| Frame type | Aluminium Twin Spar Frame |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3576 HP/kg |
| 1/4 mile (0.4 km) | 13.050 seconds |
| Top speed | 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Modifications compared to previous model | Single sided swingarm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
59 hp
Peak Power
4.8s
0-60 mph
130.5 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track82%
City60%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding55%
Touring55%
Passenger40%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a high-revving, screaming little V4 that rewards riders who already understand how to keep momentum and use the gearbox, so it suits intermediate to experienced riders more than absolute beginners. |
| Purpose | Built as a race-replica sport tourer, it's happiest being ridden hard through twisty roads or on track days rather than covering long motorway miles. |
| Rider Fit | Light dry weight and a compact chassis make it easy to flick around and manage at low speed, though the high 15,000rpm redline means you need to work the six-speed gearbox actively to access the performance. |
| Character | A charismatic, exotic-feeling machine thanks to its V4 engine and single-sided Pro-Arm swingarm, offering a sense of occasion well above what its small 400cc capacity suggests. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the right bike for riders wanting relaxed, high-speed touring comfort, big highway miles, or any kind of off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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