HONDA VFR400/NC30 (1990-1998) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda VFR400 was a series of sports motorcycles powered by a 399cc V4 engine. They were a scaled-down version of larger VFR racing models of the day. In addition, the bikes were developed for the domestic market due to tough license restrictions in Japan.

The VFR400R was officially exported to the United Kingdom for four years, but it didn't sell well due to its high price, similar to larger 1,000cc motorcycles. It was also available in limited numbers in Austria, France, and Germany.

In 1990, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer released the Honda VFR400/NC30, a sports machine available with different designations, such as "R," "Z," and "K," and a police version with the "P" designation.

The bike's aesthetic department was characterized by a full fairing, a dual round headlight system, a two-piece dual seat, a single-sided swingarm, and a six-spoke wheel on the front and an eight-spoke wheel on the rear.

It was produced around a twin-spar aluminum frame with a 41 mm adjustable inverted fork on the front and an adjustable shock on the rear, providing optimum suspension and handling capabilities.

For power, the 1990 Honda VFR400/NC30 had a 399cc four-stroke liquid-cooled V4 engine underneath its dress, boasting 59 hp at 12,750 rpm and 35 Nm (26 lb-ft) torque at 9,700 rpm.