Honda VFR 800 Interceptor vs MV Agusta F3 800 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VFR 800 Interceptorstacks up against the MV Agusta F3 800. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VFR 800 InterceptorMV Agusta F3 800
Model year20102026
Price$11,999$18,000
Engine782 cc798 cc
Horsepower148 hp
Torque88 Nm
Weight173 kg
Seat height32 mm830 mm
Fuel capacity5.8 L16.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed manual
Front brakesDouble discDual 320mm discs
Rear brakesSingle discSingle 220mm disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-17 front, 180/55-17 rear

Honda VFR 800 Interceptor vs MV Agusta F3 800 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VFR 800 Interceptor and the MV Agusta F3 800 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VFR 800 Interceptor brings its published horsepower, while the MV Agusta F3 800 counters with 148 hp at 173 kg. On price, the Honda VFR 800 Interceptor has the lower MSRP.

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: