Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 2001 Honda VFR800 Interceptor.
“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.
But the heart of the fifth generation VFR (which was introduced in 1998) was the V-4 engine which produced 110 horsepower and 59 lb-ft of torque, a motor that was known for being flexible and reliable.
The ’01 model was the last year to see gear-driven cams, full adjustable suspension, single-sided swingarm, and Honda’s 3rd generation integrated braking.
This example is VIN: JH2RC46111M300167. The bike was purchased eight years ago and the seller states, “It belonged to a good friend of mine who passed away. I volunteered to help the family sell it, as the father (current registered owner) would not have to deal with all of what is involved in the sale process. I have better storage and more knowledge of motorcycles, so he preferred I handle the sale process.”
The odometer shows 67,354 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “Prior to my participation, service records are unknown and not available. I personally did a full fluid flush fill of clutch and brake fluid, coolant flush fill and oil change.” In preparation for the listing, the seller had us clean the turn signal switch and replace the a bulb.
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Final Drive Condition: GOOD
Headlight High Beam: OK SWITCH DIRTY
Headlight Low Beam: OK SWITCH DIRTY
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90
Forks: OK
Shock/s: REAR LEAKING
Tire Date Code Front: 4319
Tire Date Code Rear: 3119
Tire % Remaining Front: 5
Tire % Remaining Rear: 0
Tire Press. Front: 23
Tire Press. Rear: 25
Battery Standing Voltage: 13.2
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.9
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: N/A
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
REAR SHOCK LEAKING
TIRES AGED MORE THAN 5 YEARS
Recommended Repairs:
Replace front and rear tires
Replace/rebuild rear shock
Modifications:
“Custom stainless steel headers, Staintune exhaust can with Rapid Bike Racing tuning module with My Tuning add-on. Custom air box and velocity stack modifications. De-linked brake setup with stainless steel brake lines. Custom suspension setup, using forks from a different Honda that provide compression and rebound damping adjustment. Marchesini forged wheels, front and rear. Rear wheel hub changed to single nut Ducati hub, for single nut wheel attachment. AS3 Silicone hose kit. Denali air horn, GIVI touring windscreen, Sargent 2-piece seat, Honda OEM seat cowl cover with quick release attachment and crash bungs with modified coolant overflow tank.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Q3+ tires with date codes of 3119 and 4319.
The sale includes three keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Santa Monica, California, this Honda is offered on a clean California title. Have any VFR800 Interceptor stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
