1986 Honda VFR750F

SOLD FOR: $4,280

Reserve price has been met.

This auction ended on February 7, 2025

Winner: j******0

Winning Bid: $4,000
Buyer Fee: $280
Total: $4,280

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Description

Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1986 Honda VFR750F.

Piggybacking off the success of the race-oriented VF750, the VFR750 Interceptor was Honda’s decision to appeal to the masses with a more approachable roadster. As named on the fairings, the VFR offered gear driven cams, resisting stretching and increasing longevity.

Beyond that, the VFR saw a change in the overall design of the crankshaft, from the a 360-degree found in the original VF750, to a now 180-degree which freed up valuable space in the frame for larger carburetors. This change led to an increase in power as well, with the Interceptor good for 106.05 hp and 53 lb-ft of torque, paired to a DOHC variable transmission. Specs estimated around 10 percent total weight savings across the board, and an increase in the redline – up to 11,000 from a previous 10,500. The new suspension was provided by Showa forks and a Pro-Link single shock in the rear, allowing for a middle-ground of sporty and comfortable handling and road-feel. Stopping the VFR were two floating disc brakes and Nisin calipers, working in conjunction with a rear disc brake.

While not forged, the wheels that the VFR rode on were of Comcast make, and had a nimbler setup of a 16-inch front and 18-inch rear. In total, the VFR was a far cry from the original VF750, and helped bring Honda back into the market of reasonably priced, quality motorcycles. Want to learn more? Check out this retrospective from Rider Magazine here.

Manufactured in March of 1986 this example is VIN: JH2RC2416GM000334. The seller acquired it three and a half years ago from a private party in San Jose, California.

During his ownership, the seller covered roughly 1,500 miles. The odometer shows 38,602 miles.

Maintenance:
The seller states “New YSS rear shock. Removed aftermarket mini turn signals and replaced with Honda units. Acquired proper tool kit, adjusted valves and cleaned carbs and installed new spark plugs. Rode it occasionally. Tried to get it back to original condition.” In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department has replaced the rectifier/regulator and notes the following on their condition report:

Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Engine Oil Level: OVERFILLED
Engine Oil Quality: UNKNOWN
Coolant Level: LOW
Coolant Quality: BROWN
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL +3% MOISTURE
Final Drive Condition: OK
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: FAIL
Horn: OK
Kill Switch: OK
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 70%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 5116 FAIL-OLD
Tire Date Code Rear: 4116 FAIL-OLD
Tire % Remaining Front: 75%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.71
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.70
Running Condition: A BIT ROUGH…
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: 0

Notes:
• BIKE RUNS JUST A BIT ROUGH AND HAS AN ERRATIC IDLE
• STARTER SLIPS AND DOESN’T CATCH 100% OF THE TIME
• REPAINTED CALIPERS AND ENGINE COVERS
• DK SMOKE SCREEN
• AFTERMARKET FORK BRACE
• YSS SHOCK

Suggested Repairs:
• TIRES
• OIL SERVICE
• COOLANT FLUSH
• CLUTCH FLUID FLUSH
• LICENSE PLATE LIGHT

Modifications:
YSS rear shock.

Smoked windscreen

Honda VFR700 fork tubes, 17 inch wheel so you can run modern 17 inch tires. The forks are up 20 mm on the triple clamp to make a proper ride height in the front.

Braided steel brake lines

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Dunlop Roadsmart tires with date codes of 4116 and 5116.

The sale includes two keys, extra brake rotor, rear spring, gaskets, and various additional parts. The seller is also including a new seat cover to replace the current one with the black tape covering the hole.


Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Minor scratches on rear tail cover, small holes to support the mini turn signals the previous owner had installed on front fairing.”




Currently located in Santa Monica, California, this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration current through November 2025.

Have any VFR750 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

Additional Information

Location

Santa Monica, California

Year

1986

Make

Honda

Model

VFR750

Mileage

38,602

VIN

JH2RC2416GM000334

Title

Clean

Title State/Country

California

Private Party/Dealership

Private Party

Additional Charges

No

Total Bids Placed: 17

Auction has ended.

Highest bidder was: j******0

Bidder Name Bidding Time Bid Auto
j******0 February 7, 2025 5:56 am PST $4,000 Reserve
s*********3 February 7, 2025 5:56 am PST $3,700 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
s*********3 February 3, 2025 3:06 pm PST $3,507
j******0 February 3, 2025 3:06 pm PST $3,500 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
j******0 February 2, 2025 2:57 pm PST $3,305 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
v****k February 2, 2025 2:57 pm PST $3,205
j******0 February 1, 2025 5:12 pm PST $3,105
m***********n February 1, 2025 5:12 pm PST $3,005 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
m***********n February 1, 2025 5:07 pm PST $2,800
s*********3 February 1, 2025 5:07 pm PST $2,700 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
s*********3 February 1, 2025 5:06 pm PST $2,605 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
m***********n February 1, 2025 5:06 pm PST $2,505
s*********3 February 1, 2025 11:23 am PST $1,600 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
w*********p February 1, 2025 11:23 am PST $1,500
s*********3 January 31, 2025 12:43 pm PST $1,101
j***o January 31, 2025 12:43 pm PST $1,001 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
j***o January 31, 2025 8:43 am PST $1
Auction started January 31, 2025 8:15 am PST
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1986 Honda VFR750F
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