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[edit] Model: 1998-2001 Honda Interceptor

ENGINE

• Type: 781 cc, V4, 4-stroke

• Cooling: Liquid

• Bore x Stroke: 72.0 x 48.0 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)

• Max HP: 98 HP (71.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM

• Torque: 75 Nm (55.3 ft-lb) @ 8500 RPM

• Compression Ratio: 11.6:1

• Transmission: Close-ratio 6 speed

• Fuel Induction: Digital, computer-controlled 36mm programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI)

• Ignition Digital 3-D mapping, computer-controlled with electronic advance

CHASSIS

• Front suspension: 41mm HMAS cartridge fork with stepless spring preload adjustability; 4.7 inches travel

• Rear suspension: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link-mounted, HMAS gas-charged shock with 7-position spring preload and stepless rebound damping adjustability; 4.7 inches travel

• Front brake: Dual 296mm disc with LBS three-piston calipers

• Rear brake: Single 256.0mm disc with LBS three-piston caliper (ABS model has Anti-Lock Braking System)

• Front tire: 120/70 ZR17 radial

• Rear tire: 180/55 ZR17 radial

• Wheelbase: 56.7 in. (1440 mm)

• Seat height: 31.7 in. (805mm)

• Fuel capacity: 5.5 gal. (21L)

• Dry Weight: 458.6 lb.

INSTRUMENTS

• Digital LCD speedometer, tachometer, readout for coolant temp, outside ambient temp, fuel level, clock, odometer, dual tripmeter, lights for neutral, high beam, turn signal, low oil pressure, fuel injection problem

PERFORMANCE

• Top Speed: 143.5 mph (231 km/h)
• 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.200 seconds
• 60-140 km/h (37-87 mph), highest gear: 12.000 seconds

AVAILABLE COLORS

• 2001: Asphalt, Red

• 2000: Yellow

• 1998-1999: Red

DESCRIPTION

• This is a complete rework of the VFR, of which rumors have been flying around for several years now. Originally anticipated to be an 850cc V-four powered bike, it turned out to be a 781cc fuel-injected V-four instead.

• Honda boasts many different technologies "never before used on a Honda production motorcycle", such as:

Engine Components:

• High-pressure-formed aluminum/ceramic/graphite composite cylinder sleeves: lighter than steel sleeves, better wear resistance and heat dissipation qualities

• Precision programmed eletronic fuel injection

• Electronic control unit to meter fuel delivery and ignition control on each cylinder

Chassis:

• Pro ArmTM single-sided cast aluminum swingarm is now mounted to the engine. Honda claims it provides better rear-wheel accessibility with more torsional rigidity.

Other components:

• Instrument cluster is lighter and thinner than what was used on older models. Tachometer and speedometer are electronic with LCD displays for coolant temp., odometer, two tripmeters and the clock.

Further refinements 1998 and 1999 models were nearly identical. Newer models had some improvements:

• 2000+ models lost rubber mirror stalk boots in favor of an all-metal painted mirror stalk design

• Fast-idle lever disappeared starting year 2000 (needed in cooler weather on 1998/1999 models).

• Color options Although other countries (Canada at least, maybe Europe, too) were able to get silver and yellow models, only red was available in the US for 1998 and 1999 model years. Honda changed the US color offering to yellow for 2000, then back to red for 2001.

• VFRworld Photos of the 1998-2001 Honda Interceptor

• VFRworld Fifth Generation Forums