The Honda VFR 400 NC24 motorcycle specifications include a 399 cc (24.35 cu in) engine, power of 59 hp (43.1 kW) @ 12,800 rpm, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 193 kg (425.5 lb).
Key specifications
How the Honda VFR 400 NC24 compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Honda models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Honda database average.
About 9% higher than the Honda database average. Around the 64th percentile across Honda models.
About 29% lower than the Honda database average. Around the 44th percentile across Honda models.
Very close to the Honda database average. Around the 49th percentile across Honda models.
Very close to the Honda database average. Around the 52nd percentile across Honda models.
About 19% larger than the Honda database average. Around the 64th percentile across Honda models.
Honda database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Honda specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
59 hp — more powerful than about 64% of Honda models with power data.
399 cc — larger displacement than about 44% of Honda models.
193 kg — heavier than about 49% of Honda models, or lighter than about 51%.
785 mm — taller than about 52% of Honda models.
16 L — larger than about 64% of Honda fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Honda average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Honda models where that dimension is available.
1,345
1,431
6% below average.
785
780
Close to average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 100/90-H16 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 130/70-H18 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 0.306 hp/kg |
| Power-to-weight | 305.7 hp/tonne |
| Specific power | 147.9 hp/L |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.31:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport touring |
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 399 cc (24.35 cu in) |
| Power | 59 hp (43.1 kW) @ 12,800 rpm |
| Torque | 39.0 Nm (4.0 kgf-m or 28.8 ft.lbs) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Bore × stroke | 55.0 x 42 mm (2.2 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 4 x 29mm Keihin |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Ignition | Transistor |
| Starter | Electric |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet Plate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Aluminium Twin Spar Frame |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | 41mm Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped, rebound damping force air adjustable (8psi – 11psi) |
| Rear suspension | Pro-Arm Mono shock, fully adjustable |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Double disc. Nissin 2 pot caliper |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Nissin 1 pot caliper |
| Front tire | 100/90-H16 |
| Rear tire | 130/70-H18 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 193 kg (425.5 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 165 kg (363.8 lb) |
| Seat height | 785 mm (30.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,345 mm (53.0 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 L (4.23 US gal) |
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Performance
| Top speed | 210.0 km/h (130.5 mph) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 mile | 13.05 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3576 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Exhaust system | 4-2-1 |
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Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Honda models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Honda information before relying on them. Visit the official Honda website.