Honda CB400 vs Honda VFR 400 R (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB400stacks up against the Honda VFR 400 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB400Honda VFR 400 R
Model year20141992
Price
Engine399 cc399 cc
Horsepower52 hp61 hp
Torque38 Nm
Weight195 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Four-piston Nissin hydraulic callipers. Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston Nissin hydraulic calliper.Single disc
Tires120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/60-17 / 150/60-18

Honda CB400 vs Honda VFR 400 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB400 and the Honda VFR 400 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB400 brings 52 hp in a 195 kg package, while the Honda VFR 400 R counters with 61 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: