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Honda VF 750 S V45 Sabre - 1982 Specifications and Reviews
The 1982 Honda VF750S V45 Sabre is a lightweight middleweight cruiser designed for riders seeking comfortable, accessible performance. Its innovative liquid-cooled V4 engine delivers smooth 82 horsepower with excellent fuel efficiency, while shaft drive and manageable weight make it ideal for both commuting and weekend riding. Known for reliability and balanced handling, the Sabre represents Honda's successful entry into the cruiser market.
1982
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1982 |
| Model | Honda VF 750 S V45 Sabre |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 70.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches) |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 82.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V4 |
| Capacity: | 748.00 ccm (45.64 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 246.0 kg (542.3 pounds) |
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Honda VF 750 S V45 Sabre dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/90-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 110/90-18 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 202.0 km/h (125.5 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 litres (4.62 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
82 hp
Peak Power
4.2s
0-60 mph
125.5 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track45%
City55%
Cornering62%
Daily Riding60%
Touring58%
Passenger55%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits riders with some prior experience who are comfortable with a heavier, torquey machine and its shaft-drive handling quirks. |
| Purpose | It was built as a sporty-standard V4 roadster, blending 1980s performance ambitions with shaft-drive practicality rather than serving as a pure racer or tourer. |
| Rider Fit | At 246 kg the Sabre demands a reasonably confident, physically capable rider, especially at low speeds and when maneuvering it off its stand. |
| Character | It has a distinctive, smooth-revving V4 character with strong midrange pull that feels lively for its era without being a razor-edged sportbike. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not well suited to off-road use, novice riders wary of heavier classic machines, or those seeking modern lightweight agility. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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