When it was released, the VF1000R was a bit of a revelation: it was Honda’s flagship, designed to showcase what the Japanese firm was capable of. It was also a huge tease to US riders, because it was initially only released in Europe only – America got the VF1000F instead, which was designed to be more of a touring bike.
The R was Honda’s first road bike to benefit from gear-driven cams and came decked out in fully faired, racer replica bodywork with rearset footpegs and adjustable clip-on handlebars for a more racer-ready riding position.
Manufactured in October 1985, this example is VIN: JH2SC1606GM100272.
The odometer shows 19,944 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, clean/sync the carbs, flush the coolant, change the engine oil/filter, replace the petcock, flush the hydraulic fluids, install a new battery, replace the regulator/rectifier, and clean/lube/adjust the drive chain. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: New
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Final Drive Condition: Cleaned, Lubed, Adjusted
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 95%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 08/12
Tire Date Code Rear: 06/12
Tire % Remaining Front: 50%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.8V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.2V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Tires Installed:
Front: 120/80-16
Rear: 140/80-17
Notes:
-Aftermarket Parts Installed:
-Kerker silencers
-Cosmetic Imperfections
-Rub marks on RH fairings
-Punch mark, RH fairing
-Paint has flaked off, RH fender
-Missing fastener LH fairing
-Light scratches, LH bellypan
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED
-Tires
Modifications:
Kerker exhaust.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Avon Azaro tires with date codes of 0612 and 0812.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration current through March 2026.
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