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.
This example is VIN: SC162000636. The seller acquired it from a private party through an Iconic Motorbikes auction in August 2023.
The odometer shows 10,458 kilometers (6,498 miles).
The seller is letting go of a few bikes from his milestone Honda collection, including this 2014 Honda CB1100 With Whitehouse Kit. This VF1000R was imported to the US from South Africa around 2022, prior history is not known however it does have a frame sticker in French:
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection and the following work:
-Hydraulic fluid flush (3 master cylinders)
-Carb clean/sync
-New front brake switch
-Fork rebuild
-New YSS shock
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok (Lined)
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok (<0.15V)
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok (TAIL LIGHT)
Horn: Non-Functioning
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 40%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 50%
Forks: Fresh Rebuild
Shock/s: New
Tire Date Code Front: 50/20
Tire Date Code Rear: 22/22
Tire % Remaining Front: 95%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 95%
Tire Press. Front: 37 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.93V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.6V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 4 KM
Modifications:
Aftermarket exhaust.
YSS shock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT46 tires with date codes of 5020 and 2222.
The sale includes 1 key.
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 1986 Honda VF1000R is offered on a clean Indiana title. Have any VF1000R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
