Honda Crossrunner

The Honda Crossrunner (also called VFR800X) is a versatile touring motorcycle launched by Honda at the 2010 EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show.[1] It went on sale in 2011,[2] with first deliveries later that summer.[3] Its 782 cc (47.7 cu in) V4 engine was derived from the successful VFR800.[1] While the VFR800 was a sport touring motorcycle, the Crossrunner has a low saddle, wide-handlebars, long-travel suspension, and special Pirelli Scorpion tires better suited to "soft roads".

Honda Crossrunner
ManufacturerHonda
Also calledHonda VFR800X
Production2011–present
ClassStandard or adventure touring crossover
Engine782 cc (47.7 cu in) liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC 90° V4
Bore / stroke72.0 mm × 48.0 mm (2.83 in × 1.89 in)
Compression ratio11.6:1
Power74.9 kW (100.4 hp) @ 10,000 rpm
Torque72.8 N⋅m (53.7 lbf⋅ft) @ 9,500 rpm
Transmission6-speed manual, chain final drive
Frame typeTwin spar aluminium
BrakesFront: Dual 296 mm discs with 3-pot calipers
Rear:Single 256 mm disc
combined with ABS
TyresFront: 120/70 R17
Rear: 180/55 R17
Rake, trail25.75° / 96 mm (3.8 in)
Wheelbase1,464 mm (57.6 in)
DimensionsL: 2,130 mm (84 in)
W: 799 mm (31.5 in)
H: 1,243 mm (48.9 in)
Seat height816 mm (32.1 in)
Weight240.4 kg (530 lb) (wet)
Fuel capacity21.5 L (4.7 imp gal; 5.7 US gal)
Oil capacity3.8 L (4.0 US qt)
RelatedHonda VRF800F

Development

Honda commissioned a European design team to assist in development. Preliminary tests included trying various Crossrunner prototypes in over 120 wind tunnel sessions to establish an optimum design for aerodynamic stability.[2]

In September 2014, Honda Motor Europe announced that the 2015 Crossrunner, to be called the VFR800X, would have a revised 800 cc V4 engine and new bodywork. Also, there would be changes to the suspension, brakes and wheels.[4]

Reception

A Motor Cycle News (MCN) review said: "The Crossrunner stands out from the crowd and performs as a real world, day-in, day-out bike impressively well."[5] Journalist Kevin Ash added: "It's a fine looking bike with a reassuring and satisfying chassis matched to a characterful and muscular engine that compels you to use it. But there's a downside, and these days it's a big one: fuel consumption."[6]

In an MCN 5-bike review in 2015, the testers felt that the Yamaha MT-09 Tracer was a better bike and better value than all its competitors, namely: a Triumph Tiger 800XRx, a Triumph Tiger Sport, a Honda Crossrunner, and a Ducati Hyperstrada.[7] With a kerb weight of 242kg, the Crossrunner was significantly the heaviest of the group.

References
  1. Madson, Bart (5 November 2010). "Honda Crossrunner First Look". Motorcycle USA. Retrieved 12 November 2010.
  2. "Media Information 2011 Crossrunner ABS" (PDF). Honda UK. 2 November 2010. Archived from the original (PDF) on 14 December 2010. Retrieved 12 November 2010.
  3. "Crossrunner is winner at NEC". Motorcycle News. 1 November 2010. p. 2. ISSN 0027-1853.
  4. "HONDA European Media Newsroom". Archived from the original on 2014-10-02. Retrieved 2014-09-24.
  5. "HONDA CROSSRUNNER 800 (2011-2014) Review". Retrieved 26 June 2017.
  6. "Honda Crossrunner review - Ash On Bikes". www.ashonbikes.com. Retrieved 26 June 2017.
  7. Motorcycle News 26 August 2015
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