Honda VFR1200F - DCT vs standard

In a world first comparison test we pit the standard Honda VFR1200F against the auto gearbox version. The auto (or DCT) version is £1100 more than standard. Is it worth the extra?

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[bmwmad1]

You know this already MCN, but WIND SOCK for the microphone in future please. :)

Otherwise, great vid as usual.

[bmwmad1]

@gregoreau

No way, how many people would (by shear habit) grab a hand full of rear brake (when in the back of their mind they're expecting a clutch) if they had a lever on the left. It's enough for people to get used to changing gears like that without moving the brake from the pedal we're all used to to. Nothing wrong at all with the rear brake staying right where it's always been IMO.

[RTiger19]

Gay bike. The automatic anyway lol..

[johna6968]

Innovation always met with scepticism..... Great to have the choice of either system... and agreed the rear brake should stay foot operated unless in exceptional circumstances..

[NAKAKATAKOTAKO]

Is it a "sportbike"? YES

Is it a "sport tourer"? YES

Is it a "scooter"? YES

[dpapaioannow]

its anti-athritisproof...i personally like that,but dont have the money for it

[jthosoda]

@bmwmad1 I think the same. I just wish honda keep that the manual gear change should be on the left foot.

[opps288]

Automatic means automatic, u r comparing an apple with a steak!

Yaya, why scared of technology? Just because it make u looks bad when an automatic bike is faster and smoother than your manual do? You are pathetic mate.

If this wear a triumph logo, MCN will got a different story man.

[cdd7012]

I want a motorcycle just because of this DCT

I think it's the coolest thing ever

[89powerup]

Its a nice bike but that its a waste to make an automatic. That was dumb on honda part. If people want an automatic 2 wheel machine, buy a scooter. Thats why they make them. For basic and boring people that dont know better. Even automatic cars suck. All you do is just pressgas and thats it. Next you will have people texting on bikes now cause they dont have to change gears. Real fucking smart. Obama should do away with automatic rides. Or another president can do it. Cause thats bullshit

[oCannabusdriver]

@bmwmad1 and maybe HD.. i mean.. its 2010-2011. seriously

[TweakRacer]

Wow, this reviewer is like all the other car reviewer idiots, who b**ch about... ohhh.. but the feel of a standard clutch /manual tranny.... ohhhh waaah waaah... stfu. This DCT in S mode works better than you could ever ride moron.

@bmwmad1

True, that makes a lot of sense. But, for me, I'd go with a left hand rear brake lever. Then I can be free to reposition my left leg/foot a lot more during longer rides.