Overview:

The first redesign of the 781cc V-4 engine. This model marks the end of an era in the VFR lineage; gone are the gear-driven cams. 2002 models now use timing chains to drive the camshafts.

We see a number of new features show up here, too. The V-4 engine now has VTEC. The fuel tank has grown to 5.8 gallons (up from 5.5 gallons). The high-exit pipes leave the rear wheel and single-sided swingarm unobstructed. There are 4, yes, 4, bulbs in the headlight assembly (2 H4 low/high-beams and 2 H7 high-beams).

Word has it there will be hard bags available for this bike, from Honda.

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