Introduced to Honda's line-up in 2010, the VFR1200F was developed in keeping with previous VFRs, which have delivered a combination of sports and touring capabilities using the latest technologies. This motorcycle was, however, brand new. It was a clean-sheet interpretation of the ultimate road-sport machine - a concept driven by extensive understanding of customer needs and the adoption of state-of-the-art technologies.
In pursuit of heightened levels of control and feedback, the VFR1200F adopted the latest race-track bred technologies, but adapted and evolved to create a machine that can be many things to many riders. The harmonic growl of the flexible and responsive V4 motor may rekindle the emotions inspired by previous iconic VFRs, but its unique 'heartbeat' engine feel and an unrivalled level of manageability set the new VFR apart, not only from its forbears - but also from every bike currently available.
For 2011, the VFR1200F is available in a luxurious new Darkness Black Metallic / Digital Silver Metallic colour version, selected to emphasise the highly-polished look, smooth texture and unique shapes and layers of its bodywork.
The Japanese word 'Ma' has many meanings and no direct translation but in essence it can be described as 'the space between things'. By focusing on the space around an object we can gain a new perspective on the overall form. The visible connects to the invisible and gives it shape. It is perhaps easiest to understand it in relation to music. If one thinks of the intrinsic importance of a measure of silence or the pause between movements in a classical symphony and the effect it has on the performance overall if someone accidentally applauds or disturbs that silence, that illustrates the importance of 'Ma'.