“In a market segment characterized by extremes, Honda’s VFR has always trod the middle ground––never the fastest, or the lightest, or the quickest way around a racetrack, but always a standout, biased more toward balance than bravado, a sportbike for the real world.” That’s how Motorcyclist magazine introduces Honda’s legendary Interceptor in this timeline of the model.
As noted by MCN, many Honda fans think that the fifth generation “is the best version of the best motorcycle ever built,” calling it a “consumate all-rounder that looks great and goes better whether you’re on a track day, commuting or heading on a two week holiday with pillion and luggage.” It’s an excellent combination of old and new, blending the classic feeling we all love with modern conveniences such as fuel injection, modern tire sizes, digital instrumentation, and cartridge forks.
At the heart of the fifth generation VFR (which was introduced in 1998) was the V-4 engine which produced 110 horsepower and 59lb-ft of torque, a motor that was known for being flexible and reliable.
Manufactured in October of 1998, this example is VIN: JH2RC4607XM101382. The seller purchased the bike new from Otto Bros Honda in Lyons, Illinois.
The odometer shows 8,862 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller: “never down or wrecked. Always garaged and covered. Basic oil changes, radiator and brake fluid flush.”
Modifications:
Staintune exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys.
The sale also includes the original sales receipt, owners booklet, service manual, tool kit, rear seat cowl, and stock exhaust.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection: “A small ding about 1/8-1/4″ on the tail under the British flag sticker.”
Currently located in Merrionette Park, Illinois, this Honda is offered on a clean Illinois title. Have any VFR800 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
