2010 Honda VFR1200F: Shamu lives!

The 2010 Honda VFR1200F shown here doesn’t have cylinder deactivation or the dual clutch transmission, those are being saved for a higher spec version that’ll premier at the Tokyo Motor Show later this month. What it does have is a 76° 1,237cc V4 developing 172.72bhp at 10,000rpm and 85lb/ft of torque at 8,750rpm. It’s going to need that power becuase it weighs a shocking 267kg/588lbs (wet). Full specs below.

Update: More information, analysis, official info and video below.
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