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Article: 2-wheel lowdown; 2010 HONDA VFR1200F.(NEWS)
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- AutoWeek
- Article date:
- November 2, 2009
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Byline: BARRY WINFIELD
Honda's VFR series of V4-powered sport-tourer motorcycles can be traced to the original Interceptor of 1983, which used an engine adapted from the Magna cruiser and Sabre standard. Over the years, VFR 750 and 800 models enjoyed almost cult status among riders who prized their flexibility and all-around capabilities. Now there's a new one, and it brings a number of unique attributes to the market, including a compact, liquid-cooled, 76-degree V4 engine and a dual-clutch, paddle-shift/automatic transmission option.
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