Item number 172026910461
Honda's short and unsuccessful production stint with the big-bore VF resulted in two distinct models for the U.S. market. 1984 saw the introduction of the "F" Interceptor model which was essentially a larger version of the VF750F. With flaccid sales the Euro "R" version quickly replaced the F in 1985. The frame and rear shock were carryovers but the rest of the VF1000R was a thorough redesign, employing gear-driven cams, full bodywork and different wheels, brakes and more.
Styling was meant to mimic the endurance racer look popular in Europe. The concept worked for some, not so much for others. The big VF continued in the U.S. through 1986 with some minor changes, the most obvious being cosmetics; minor paint scheme changes and dual-bulb headlights replacing the squarish one from '85 (and the Interceptor name dropped). While the R model was a technological and aesthetic improvement over the F, it was also heavier and much more expensive...and slower than the inline-four competition, even Honda's own 1000 Hurricane. It was not missed when it quietly disappeared from the lineup.
Offered here by a California seller is an 11,000-mile 1986 VF1000R survivor in what appears to be near-perfect original condition. The owner used the bike in an appropriate role as a piece of home decor. The photos look good and the seller indicates he has set a low reserve. Bidding is active and someone who loves this model for its look and rarity will surely be pleased with this beautiful example.
It will be interesting to see what value this bike sets (assuming it sells) in a December market. To the right bidder I would think $6000 would be justified.
UPDATE: Sold for $7400. I suspect the sale was jump-started when the bike was featured on RareSportBikesForSale.com. Both buyer and seller should be happy with this one.
Styling was meant to mimic the endurance racer look popular in Europe. The concept worked for some, not so much for others. The big VF continued in the U.S. through 1986 with some minor changes, the most obvious being cosmetics; minor paint scheme changes and dual-bulb headlights replacing the squarish one from '85 (and the Interceptor name dropped). While the R model was a technological and aesthetic improvement over the F, it was also heavier and much more expensive...and slower than the inline-four competition, even Honda's own 1000 Hurricane. It was not missed when it quietly disappeared from the lineup.
Offered here by a California seller is an 11,000-mile 1986 VF1000R survivor in what appears to be near-perfect original condition. The owner used the bike in an appropriate role as a piece of home decor. The photos look good and the seller indicates he has set a low reserve. Bidding is active and someone who loves this model for its look and rarity will surely be pleased with this beautiful example.
It will be interesting to see what value this bike sets (assuming it sells) in a December market. To the right bidder I would think $6000 would be justified.
UPDATE: Sold for $7400. I suspect the sale was jump-started when the bike was featured on RareSportBikesForSale.com. Both buyer and seller should be happy with this one.
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