Honda VFR1200X DCT vs Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VFR1200X DCTstacks up against the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VFR1200X DCTHonda VFR1200X Crosstourer
Model year20182015
Price$16,399$19,360
Engine1237 cc1237 cc
Horsepower129 hp127 hp
Torque126 Nm126 Nm
Seat height34 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity5.7 L5.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Combined ABSDouble disc. Combined ABS
Rear brakesSingle disc. Combined ABSSingle disc. Combined ABS
Tires110/80-R19 / 150/70-R17 110/80-R19 / 150/70-R17

Honda VFR1200X DCT vs Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VFR1200X DCT and the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VFR1200X DCT brings 129 hp, while the Honda VFR1200X Crosstourer counters with 127 hp. On price, the Honda VFR1200X DCT 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: