HONDA VFR800X CROSSRUNNER (2015-2021)

Super comfy Great quality, adjustable suspension. Uprated brakes now pretty amazing

if your are happy with 76kW and 75Nm , this is the best engine there is (err was)

Nothing goes wrong. Ever.

only the major valve service is dear but now 24k interval, so no worries.

Everything you need.

Excellent ride comfort, especially for long trips, but a little too soft and under damped out of the box, which may be an issue fully loaded with panniers and pillion. When I first collected the bike, it would wallow along even on smooth roads, and had quite a bit of fork dive until I added more pre-load and upped the rebound damping. My first upgrade will be a new shock and fork springs. Brakes feel adequate.

I don't think I will ever get bored of that V4 howl, its extremely addictive. Plenty low down torque, and the prefect amount of power for me on the road. It also seems to get a higher MPG average than official test results, and I haven't noticed any unpleasant buzz through the bars or seat.

Everything seems extremely well screwed together, and has a very solid feel about it, I have much more confidence in this bike than my previous Triumph.

No services carried out as yet, but seems a little on the steep side to have serviced at a garage. Also seems to take more time to do than other bikes I have owned. So far MPG seems better than the official figures suggest. Insurance similar to my Tiger 800.

It has most things I need really, although compared to some slightly newer bikes misses out on TFT dash, and electronic throttle etc. Being the pre facelift 2015 model, mine does not have the adjustable screen, but I will update that in the future.

Bike rides really well one up with luggage and can handle pillion too however this is once you find the right settings for the rear shock. Can be ridden for hours without issue

Best engine configuration in my opinion sounds glorious especially when on vtec. My only gripe it could do with an additional 10-20 bhp but I’m being picky here.

Honda build quality with a 30+ year proven engine

Quite a thirsty girl when ridden spiritedly however over 200 miles per tank which is 20.8 l tank. Cheap to service as I do my own servicing as I plan to keep her forever

Heated grips quick shifter and basic traction who needs anymore realistically. Running Michelin road 5’s at present really good r the bike.

Brakes fine. Suspension has that rare magic mix of control and comfort

Sublime.

68000 miles and still sweet as a nut

Valve service expensive but at 24000 miles interval acceptable. 60mpg on runs at legal speeds. Mid 40's if thrashed.

Has everything I need. Cruise control is the only omission that I would like it to have

rear brake is nothing to write home about, however theyre perefectly able to bring the bike to a stop from motorway speeds, belive me on that one. very comfotable, covered 310 miles last saturday without issue

thrilling and engaging. above 7000rpm really comes alive with a fantastic exhaust note to match with my Akrapovic end can with baffle removed. can be short shiften and ridden conservatively however the bike does feel like it wants to be above 3500rpm to be happy in my opinion

possibly market leading

decent MPG but not as good as some rivalsi average about 48mpg on a good blast have seen upwards of 60 when cruising, with a pillion over the A470 onwards to swansea manged 50mpg so not too bad

easy to use - clear display in direct sunlight and in rain and darkness. lacking some toys of other rival bikes, but has everything you need. traction control could do with refining slightly, in mode 3 is very unnerving when it intervenes, however it certainly does it job. phenomenal headlights, super bright and effective.

Supplied with centre stand, top box, sat nav, akrapovic exhaust

The brakes are traditional Honda Tokico calipers, with two at the front and one at the back. You can expect great stopping distance on a ~230kg bike! Even with me on it (6ft3 200 pound rider) the thing stops in very little time. I'd say it's on par with the Africa Twin's stopping distance, so if you're switching from one of those, you can expect the same. The ride quality though? Far better than its CRF counterpart! Much like its big brother the 1200 Crosstourer, the bike handles beautifully. Despite its heavy engine, the bike is irresistibly smooth and oddly flickable, and relatively easy to handle at 4mph speeds in London traffic. Features Honda's lazy-boy type seat with a small amount of adjustment, and didn't cause my rear to feel numb after 400 mile rides. The only gripe about the 2016 model is that it missed out on the adjustable screen height. Had to buy a Givi screen to make up for it!

I mean, what is there to say? Timed valves on a V4? I adore the way this bike tugs; not only at your hands but at your heartstrings! She sings at 7k! If you're bored of a parallel twin, go get a VFR. Doesn't have to be the Crossrunner but I highly advise it; the combination of the Akrapovic system and the Transformers-style revs makes this bike sound alien, and outrun a majority of the competition. Plus, riding it at 70mph doesn't cause all 16 valves to open, resulting in some great fuel efficiency, despite the racing pedigree housed within. It's only when you push the engine does it start to drink down fuel like a student in a frat house.

The Crossrunner's got that traditional VFR feel; thick frame, a swinging arm that can withstand the brute force of a hatchback ramming into the back of you (tried and tested!), responsive brakes, a surprisingly light hydraulic clutch and all of the pre-X-ADV shenanigans you can expect on a bike built solely around the mechanics beneath the fuel tank. It doesn't have all of the bells and whistles of newer bikes (it lacks cruise control, which was a bit of a miss to be honest), but has the necessities. Traction, ABS, usual LED display, adjustable load and shocks... However, I have two gripes. #1 is the screen mounting system; it's just... bad. If you get a moment and a few spare bolts and rubber rings, swap them out. The ones Honda provide disintegrate easily.#2 is less of a gripe and more of a thing to get the hang of; VFR's all feature that single swinging arm, and thus a different chain adjustment method. Whilst the Crossrunner's is no different, it does take a bit of practice to get the chain in that non-resonance sweet spot. So keep that in mind if you want to change/adjust the chain.

Whilst servicing the Crossrunner is not exceptional, the valve service is. Most dealers recommend around 16-18k, but you can go as far as 30k before needing a valve check. Generally they don't go wrong, so do be cautious about spending too much money! Otherwise, the usual costs apply; brake pads, oil, the usual. Outside of the valve service cost, Crossrunners aren't peculiar. Otherwise, a used Crossrunner goes for less money than a Tracer 900 now, and is generally a bit more expensive than some of Honda's other bikes, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Pretty much all remaining Crossrunners feature Akrapovic end cans, full luggage sets, heated grips, and some occasionally have tourer extras due to the bikes' comfort and traditionally-touring riding style.

The dash is too dark, cruise control was a miss, and that's about it. It has the necessities, not much else to say really.

Mine has Sintered pads, and it's stops extremely quickly. Calipers are good. They dont snatch either, nice and smooth. The ride feels plush too, comfy. Though I think there's an issue with the rear shock, no matter where I adjust it to, it remains very soft..

Love it! An aftermarket exhaust fitted to free the V4 sound.. it's a smooth engine too, gutsy. It can easily make progress through traffic without having to rev it's danglies off!

Engine is now losing some of its black paint, though for a 20k mile machine I can't really grumble at that. On the whole it still looks new when I've cleaned it! All switchgear works fine, everything is totally functional.

Cheap for fuel. I regularly service it myself. Costs are minimal. The bike has everything I need for my daily ride, whether it be for enjoyment or the commute.

To be fair, it has all I need for a bike, so it warrants the 5 rating for me. Riding modes are controlled using my own brain! It has the torque settings which are on Full upon start up, I never really adjust it as I forget about it. Heated grips are decent too, and with the handguards I've fitted, work well.

Small bits of rust starting to appear but the bike is kept outside so is expected

Recommended scorpion trail tyres don't last long. Would recommend michillen piolet Street

The bike’s engine delivers a fabulous touring riding experience. Subtle, grunty at low rpm, a smile enducing experience at higher rpm’s, and always working for you as the rider - no need to endlessly rev the bike to get anywhere. My bike is still on its original OEM tyres - Bridgestone A40’s. They will be replaced with more streeet friendly rubber ASAP (it’s now at 5k miles). Why fits A40’s ‘adventure’ tyres to it? You’d need to be bonkers to take a 240kg touring bike off-road. Brakes are perfectly good enough but maybe lack the ultimate feel and finesse of the latest modern bikes. So, just squeeze hard and it really stops. My touring mate and I would stop every 90 minutes to support local Spanish coffee shops which seemed about right, comfort wise.

It’s a V4 engine with around 34 years of development. It has refined, delicious low down grunt and wonderful low rpm throttle response. Real world quick when needed. Please Mr. Honda - bring back a V4 engine sometime soon!

It’s a Honda! So, excellent quality and reliability were promised, expected, and delivered. Just as you’d expect. Mine is low mileage (3,000 when purchased), so I wouldn’t expect any issues at this early point in its life.

Not had to service it yet, but anticipating similar costs to a late model VFR800. Very happy with what I paid for it (£8,500), for a nearly 2020, 3,000 mile full service history bike, in ‘as new’ condition, with full luggage, heated grips, main stand, etc.

Being more used to ‘70’s bike tech, simply having a reliable fuel gauge and an air temp readout made me smile. I didn’t want an ‘ultimately’ equipped bike (think top spec GS), so the VFR’s mid range level of equipment proved perfectly adequate.

The suspension is fully adjustable so a preferred setting should be available. Brakes aren't too bad.

It's a legendary V4 so it is ultra reliable with plenty of grunt in most of the rev range.

It's a Honda so no corrosion and, as yet, no faults.

I get around 55mpg. Servicing costs are average but the 24,000 valve check is very expensive.

Heated grips. I'd recommend a fender extender, rear hugger, and an automatic chain lubricator. Bridgestone A40 tyres are 90/10 but nobody in their right mind would take the CR off road. I will replace them with Dunlop Roadsmart 3's.

Can ride for long periods of time without a break owing to the seat comfort and adjustable mono shock,brakes have plenty of stopping power.

More than enough real world power having come from a previous ballistic super blackbird.

Top Honda quality build ,no failures to date.Unhappy with the standard tyres replaced by road pilot 5.

Not looking forward to valve clearance service.

OEM heated grips not warm enough.fitted a MRA screen givi engine bars spots and an ibex sump guard hand guards and front and rear spray suppression.OEM end can sounds great no need to change.

its a bit lardy and can ground pegs, but is so comfy i should really give it a five !! mile muncher and a great way to relax and wind down. I easily do 300 plus miles a day trouble free, seats can be not so comfy, get a sheepskin or seat made up.

Bullit proof , no false neutrals, starts on the button and vtec is cool, can play with most bikes, I reg do iom circuit on mine and makes me smile all the time.

Typical Honda, great build quality and straight forward to fix most things, no manual available for this model though so use the std vfr one, or join the vfr800x page on Fb for owners tips. In general easy to fix most things your self, ignore the 16 thou service, most honda mechanics advise to leave it until its nearer 50 thou, at 16 thou no one ever has to make adjustment, unless you bought a thrashed one.

do it your self, vfr engine is an easy pce of kit to service, plastics are fiddly but take your time and no issues.

honda luggage is nice, and practical. most tyres are fine these days. dislike ignition position, its sunk in headstock which is a pain!

It's classed as an adventure bike but with 17" wheels it is not suitable for off road use, not that off roading interests me.

It's the legendary Honda V4 so smooth power delivery. no vibrations, and no rattles.

Build quality is excellent, after all it is a Honda. As yet no corrosion and no breakdowns.

On average I would say it is a tad expensive, especially when the VTEC valves need checking. However my dealer does give a lifetime warranty if you have the bike serviced by them

No complicated electronics. Just a motorcycle as a motorcycle should be and not a computer controlled machine that takes over a lot of the joys of motorcycling. Heated grips are fitted as standard which is great. I'm still on OEM tyres, Bridgestone A40's and they're average. A replacement end can (I fitted a Scorpion) would improve the looks and shave off a lot of excess weight.

Only let down by engine size wish Honda would give a few more hp It’s a great engine could just do with little more hp

It’s a Honda still better than the rest Had 54 motorcycles and Honda beat them all on build quality

Do my own service easy to work on once you learn how to remove the fairing Top tip if you can remove fairings yourself would save on service cost as can take a while to remove

Both ride quality and brakes are up to standard

It's a Honda V4. Say no more.

No problems in a year of ownership and being a Honda I don't expect any in the future.

179 ish for normal service. Valve check at 24000 will be expensive because of the VTEC

I love the whole bike. I recommend a fender extender, a rear hugger, and an aftermarket end can to replace the heavy stock job. OE tyres are Bridgestone A40's which are not bad but I will replace them when worn with Continental Conti Roads.

Very comfortable, brakes maybe 4 out of 5

Legendary Honda V4 loveliness..vtec transition is smooth and addictive.

Never had an issue.

Honda main dealer servicing is not cheap. Valve service is now 24k miles but many skip this as the accumulated costs of this work exceeds that of a replacement engine easily and the engines rarely fail as a result of the valves not being adjusted. (Unless thrashed).

Not up to more modern rivals but traction control, self cancelling indicators, Led lights and ABS are enough for me.

Very comfy, stock shocks soak up urban bumps & pot holes, Brackes ar quality too.

Loads of grunt for a 800cc, V tech is ace.

Hondas high quality as always.

Bought this as a second motorbike, excellent value as the model is getting older but still a high spec bike, excellent fuel economy.

As the models getting a bit old newer bikes have more advanced features but this has all you need, excellent clocks, traction control, heated grips ABS, great standard tyres.

Brakes are as good as any however it can get a bit squirrely when pushed but if you want to have your cake and eat it buy a multistrada and suffer all the extra expense that goes with it. You can go all day no problem.

Shame it’s not got gear driven cams otherwise outstanding 100bhp is quite adequate I like my licence intact thanks.

Regulators are not a problem on the cross runner it’s up front behind the fairing. As with anything ABS change your brake fluid every two years. Never missed a beat.

Self serviced Use genuine parts all ways I switched to 10w40 but that’s my preference. Motor seems to run sweetest on that grade. I don’t think a dealer service will be cheap it takes an hour to remove and refit the tank

Basic electronics keeps the bike reliable the more gizmos you have the more there are to go wrong.