VFR800 2006
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with the motorcycle when it is resold.
This Owner’s Manual covers the and models. You
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may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.
All illustrations are based on the model.
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This publication includes the latest production information available before printing. Honda
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2005 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
2006
Honda VFR800/A
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing your Honda
motorcycle.
When you own a Honda, you’re part of a
worldwide family of satisfied customers
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people who appreciate Honda’s
reputation for building quality into every
product.
Before riding, take time to get acquainted
with your motorcycle and how it works.
To protect your investment, we urge you
to take responsibility for keeping your
motorcycle well maintained. Scheduled
service is a must, of course. But it’s just as
important to observe the break-in
guidelines, and perform all pre-ride and
other periodic checks detailed in this
manual.
Introduction
We also recommend that you read this
owner’s manual before you ride. It’s full
of facts, instructions, safety information,
and helpful tips. To make it easy to use,
the manual contains a detailed list of
topics at the beginning of each section,
and both an in-depth table of contents and
an index at the back of the book.
As you read this manual, you will find
information that is preceded by a
symbol. This information is
intended to help you avoid damage to your
Honda, other property, or the environment.
Introduction
Read the Warranties Booklet (page )
thoroughly so you understand the
coverages that protect your new Honda
and are aware of your rights and
responsibilities.
If you have any questions, or if you ever
need special service or repairs, remember
that your Honda dealer knows your
motorcycle best and is dedicated to your
complete satisfaction.
Please report any change of address or
ownership to your Honda dealer so we
will be able to contact you concerning
important production information.
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You may also want to visit our website at
www.honda.com.
Happy riding!
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:
emits chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
This product contains or
Introduction
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this motorcycle safely
is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures
and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential
hazards that could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all hazards associated with
operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
These signal words mean:
Safety Messages
–– on the motorcycle.
–– preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words:
or .
A Few Words About Safety
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you
don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Safety Headings
Safety Section
Instructions
This entire manual is filled with important safety information –– please read it carefully.
–– such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions.
–– such as Motorcycle Safety.
–– how to use this motorcycle correctly and safely.
Safety Messages
Contents
These pages give an overview of the
contents of your owner’s manual. The first
page of each section lists the topics
covered in that section.
..............................Motorcycle Safety .
Important safety information you
should know, plus a look at the safetyrelated labels on your motorcycle.
....................Instruments & Controls .
The location and function of indicators,
gauges, and controls on your
motorcycle and operating instructions
for various controls and features.
Contents
.....................................Before Riding .
The importance of wearing a helmet
and other protective gear, how to make
sure you and your motorcycle are ready
to ride, and important information about
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loading.
................Basic Operation & Riding .
How to start and stop the engine, shift
gears, and brake. Also, riding
precautions and important information
about riding with a passenger or cargo.
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Contents
......................Servicing Your Honda .
Why your motorcycle needs regular
maintenance, what you need to know
before servicing your Honda, an owner
maintenance schedule, and instructions
for specific maintenance and
adjustment items.
......................................................Tips .
How to store and transport your
motorcycle and how to be an
environmentally-responsible rider.
What to do if you have a flat tire, your
engine won’t start, etc.
.......Taking Care of the Unexpected .
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......................Technical Information .
ID numbers, technical specifications,
and other technical facts.
.....................Consumer Information .
Information on warranties, emission
controls, how to get Honda service
manuals, and...
........‘‘Reporting Safety Defects’’ .
..............................Table of Contents .
Sequential listing of topics in this
owner’s manual.
....................................................Index .
Quick Reference
Handy facts about fuel, engine oil, tire
sizes, and air pressures.
Contents
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Motorcycle Safety
This section presents some of the most
important information and
recommendations to help you ride your
motorcycle safely. Please take a few
moments to read these pages. This section
also includes information about the
location of safety labels on your
motorcycle.
.................Important Safety Information . 2
..................Accessories & Modifications . 5
...........................................Safety Labels . 7
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Important Safety Information
of service and pleasure if you take
responsibility for your own safety and
understand the challenges you can meet
while riding.
There is much that you can do to protect
yourself when you ride. You’ll find many
helpful recommendations throughout this
manual. The following are a few that we
consider most important.
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Always Wear a HelmetYour motorcycle can provide many years
It’s a proven fact: helmets significantly
reduce the number and severity of head
injuries. So always wear an approved
motorcycle helmet and make sure your
passenger does the same. We also
recommend that you wear eye protection,
sturdy boots, gloves, and other protective
gear (page ).42
Important Safety Information
Take Time to Learn & Practice
Even if you have ridden other motorcycles,
take time to become familiar with how
this motorcycle works and handles.
Practice in a safe area until you build your
skills and get accustomed to the
motorcycle’s size and weight.
Because many accidents involve
inexperienced or untrained riders, we urge
all riders to take a certified course
approved by the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation (MSF). See page .
Ride Defensively
The most frequent motorcycle collision
happens when a car turns left in front of a
motorcycle. Another common situation is
a car moving suddenly into your lane.
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Always pay attention to other vehicles
around you, and do not assume that other
drivers see you. Be prepared to stop
quickly or make an evasive maneuver. For
other riding tips, see the booklet,
Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips and
Practice Guide,
new motorcycle (USA only).
Make Yourself Easy to See
Some drivers do not see motorcycles
because they are not looking for them. To
make yourself more visible, wear bright
reflective clothing, position yourself so
other drivers can see you, signal before
turning or changing lanes, and use your
horn when it will help others notice you.
which came with your
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You and
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Important Safety Information
Ride within Your Limits
Pushing limits is another major cause of
motorcycle accidents. Never ride beyond
your personal abilities or faster than
conditions warrant. Remember that
alcohol, drugs, fatigue, and inattention can
significantly reduce your ability to make
good judgments and ride safely.
Don’t Drink and Ride
Alcohol and riding don’t mix. Even one
drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction
time gets worse with every additional
drink. So don’t drink and ride, and don’t
let your friends drink and ride either.
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Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition
It’s important to keep your motorcycle
properly maintained and in safe riding
condition. To help avoid problems, inspect
your motorcycle before every ride and
perform all recommended maintenance.
Never exceed load limits (page ), and
do not modify your motorcycle (page )
or install accessories that would make
your motorcycle unsafe (page ).65
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Modifying your motorcycle or using nonHonda accessories can make your
motorcycle unsafe. Before you consider
making any modifications or adding an
accessory, be sure to read the following
information.
Improper accessories or
modifications can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
Accessories & Modifications
Accessories
We strongly recommend that you use only
genuine Honda accessories that have been
specifically designed and tested for your
motorcycle. Because Honda cannot test all
other accessories, you must be personally
responsible for proper selection,
installation, and use of non-Honda
accessories.
Check with your Honda dealer for
assistance and always follow these
guidelines:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, reduce ground
clearance and lean angle, limit
suspension travel or steering travel, alter
your riding position, or interfere with
operating any controls. (cont’d)
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Accessories & Modifications
Do not add any electrical equipment
that will exceed the motorcycle’s
electrical system capacity (page ).
A blown fuse can cause a loss of lights
or engine power (page ).
Do not pull a trailer or sidecar with your
motorcycle. This motorcycle was not
designed for these attachments, and
their use can seriously impair your
motorcycle’s handling.
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Modifications
We strongly advise you not to remove any
original equipment or modify your
motorcycle in any way that would change
its design or operation. Such changes
could seriously impair your motorcycle’s
handling, stability, and braking, making it
unsafe to ride.
Removing or modifying your lights,
exhaust system, emission control system,
or other equipment can also make your
motorcycle illegal.
Safety Labels
Safety labels on your motorcycle either warn you of potential hazards that could cause
serious injury or they provide important safety information. Read these labels carefully and
don’t remove them.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.
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Safety Labels
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For CANADA
Instruments & Controls
This section shows the location of all
gauges, indicators, and controls you would
normally use before or while riding your
motorcycle.
The items listed on this page are described
in this section. Instructions for other
components are presented in other sections
of this manual where they will be most
useful.
..........Operation Component Locations . 11
..............Gauges, Indicators & Displays . 14
......................Multi-function Display . 24
.........................................Fuel Gauge . 25
..............Coolant Temperature Meter . 26
.....................Air Temperature Meter . 28
......................................Speedometer . 30
...........................................Odometer . 30
...............................Tripmeter A & B . 31
Changing the Speed and Mileage
....................................................Unit . 32
.....................................Digital Clock . 33
Instruments & Controls
(cont’d)
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Instruments & Controls
Controls & Features
..................................Ignition Switch . 35
........................................Start Button . 36
...........................Engine Stop Switch . 36
...................................Hazard Switch . 37
................Headlight Dimmer Switch . 38
............................Turn Signal Switch . 38
.......................................Horn Button . 39
................................SELECT Button . 39
...................................RESET Button . 39
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Instruments & Controls
Operation Component Locations
ignition switch
clutch lever
headlight dimmer
switch
turn signal switch
horn button start button
Instruments & Controls
front brake
lever
engine stop
switch
throttle grip
hazard switch
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Operation Component Locations
storage compartment for
U-shaped lock
helmet holder
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rear brake pedal
shift lever
Operation Component Locations
helmet holder
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Gauges, Indicators & Displays
The gauges, indicators and displays on
your motorcycle keep you informed, alert
you to possible problems, and make your
riding safer and more enjoyable. Refer to
the gauges, indicators and displays
frequently. Their functions are described
on the following pages.
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(10) (8)
(9)
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Instruments & Controls
(1)
(3)(4) (5)(2)(14)(13)(12)
(6)
(7)
(1) tachometer
(2) tachometer red zone
(3) anti-lock brake system (ABS)
indicator
(INTERCEPTOR ABS only)
(4) high beam indicator
(5) PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)
(6) right turn signal indicator
(7) right multi-function display
(8) RESET button
(9) SELECT button
(10) left multi-function display
(11) left turn signal indicator
(12) low oil pressure indicator
(13) coolant temperature indicator
(14) neutral indicator
Gauges, Indicators & Displays
Lamp Check
The low oil pressure indicator comes on
when you turn the ignition switch ON so
you can check that it is working. The
indicator remains on until after the engine
is started.
The PGM-FI malfunction indicator lamp
lights for a few seconds and then goes off
when you turn the ignition switch ON.
(INTERCEPTOR ABS only)
The anti-lock brake system (ABS)
indicator comes on when you turn the
ignition switch ON. This indicator goes
off after you ride the motorcycle at a
speed above 6 mph (10 km/h).
When applicable, the high beam and
neutral indicators come on when you turn
the ignition switch ON and remain on until
you select the low beam or shift out of
neutral.
These indicators are identified in the table
on pages with the words:
Check.
If one of these indicators does not come
on when it should, have your Honda dealer
check for burned-out bulbs or other
problems.
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Instruments & Controls
Lamp
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Gauges, Indicators & Displays
Display Check
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the
left multi-function display ( ) and right
multi-function display ( ) will
temporarily show all the modes and digital
segments so you can make sure the liquid
crystal display is functioning properly.
(Except digital clock)
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Instruments & Controls
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2
The displays are identified in the table on
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pages with the words:
Check.
If any part of these displays does not come
on when it should, have your Honda dealer
check for problems.
Display
(1) left multi-function display
(2) right multi-function display
Gauges, Indicators & Displays
(1)
(2)
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Gauges, Indicators & Displays
tachometer
1
tachometer red zone
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anti-lock brake system
3
(ABS) indicator (red)
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high beam indicator
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(blue)
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Shows engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Shows excessive engine rpm range (indicated from
the beginning of the tachometer red zone) in which
operation may damage the engine. Do not let the
tachometer needle enter the red zone.
Lights when there is any abnormality in the anti-lock
brake system (ABS). Normally, this indicator comes
on when the ignition switch is turned ON, and goes
off after you ride the motorcycle at a speed above 6
mph (10 km/h). If the indicator comes on while
riding, stop the motorcycle in a safe place and turn
off the engine. Refer to , page .
For information about ABS, see page .
Check.
Lights when the headlight is on high beam.
ABS Indicator
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Lamp
Gauges, Indicators & Displays
5
PGM-FI malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL)
(red)
6
right turn signal
indicator (amber)
Flashes when there is any abnormality in the PGMFI (Programmed Fuel Injection) system. Should also
light for a few seconds and then go off when the
ignition switch is turned ON and the engine stop
switch is at RUN. If the indicator comes on at any
other time, reduce speed and take your motorcycle to
a Honda dealer as soon as possible.
Flashes when the right turn signal operates.
Instruments & Controls
Lamp Check.
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Gauges, Indicators & Displays
right multi-function
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display
tripmeter A & B
odometer Shows the total miles or kilometers ridden (page
fuel gauge
digital clock
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The display includes the following functions:
Display Check.
Shows the number of miles or kilometers ridden
since you last reset the meter. The tripmeter has two
sub modes, ‘‘A’’ and ‘‘B.’’ To zero (0) the tripmeter,
press the RESET button (page ).
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Shows approximate fuel supply available (page ).
When segment F comes on, the fuel tank capacity is:
5.81 US gal (22.0 )
When segment E flashes while riding, fuel reserved
in the tank is about:
0.92 US gal (3.5
Shows hour and minute (page ).
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Gauges, Indicators & Displays
RESET button Selects odometer and tripmeter A or B and resets the
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SELECT button
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tripmeter to zero (0) (page ).
Also used to set the digital clock (page ).
Selects coolant or air temperature meter (page )
and changes speed and mileage units for the
speedometer/odometer/tripmeter (page ).
Also used to set the digital clock (page ).
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