Honda CB400T
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The Honda CB400T was a twin-cylinder four-stroke motorcycle produced from 1978 to 1981. It used the same engine family as the Honda CB250N/CB400N
.
The motorcycle is not to be confused with the modern Honda CB400
or the four-cylinder Honda CB400F
.
Having introduced the first four-cylinder motorcycles for the 350; 400; 500; 550 and 750 -classes, Honda seemed to take a step back with this parallel twin with classic 360° crank-layout. Nevertheless the engine showed to be reliable and sturdy and was to be a long living design used in all Honda's 400 & 450 twins for the next 10–15 years.
The engine featured a diamond type frame-configuration, 3-valve design of the combustion chamber, tandem balance-shafts in the front left side of the engine and CDI ignition. In addition, the CB400T also introduced the "Com-Star" compound aluminum-rims, using tubeless tires for the first time.
The motorcycle is somewhat popular nowadays due to its reliability and 'retro factor,' and also due to the general resurrection in classic motorcycles. The model has become particularly popular with motorcycle enthusiasts interested in converting the motorcycle into Café racer
s.
Engine type: Twin, four-stroke
Power: 43.00 HP (31.4 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Top speed: 161.0 km/h (100.0 mph) Varied
Compression: 9.3:1
Bore x stroke: 70.5 x 50.6 mm (2.8 x 2.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 3 (2 Intake Valves, 1 Exhaust Valve)
Fuel control: OHC
Cooling system: Air
Final Drive: Chain
Front tire dimensions: 3.60-19
Rear tire dimensions: 4.10-18
Front brakes: Disc Brake
, Dual Disc and Drum
Rear brakes: Expanding Brake (See: Drum Brake
)
Honda CB250N/CB400N
- CB250N :The CB250N Super Dream was made from 1979 to 1981. It uses a 249 cc engine, six-speed transmission, and was capable of .- CB400N :...
.
The motorcycle is not to be confused with the modern Honda CB400
Honda CB400
The Honda CB400 Super Four is a continuation of the Honda CB400 four. It is an all-rounder bike, sporty and suitable for learner riders where the low weight and ease of handling can help build riding confidence and ability. ABS brakes are an option on later models...
or the four-cylinder Honda CB400F
Honda CB400F
After introducing the four-cylinder CB750 motorcycle in 1969, Honda Motor Company followed with a string of lighter fours featuring engines as small as 350 cc , and the CB400F 408 cc Four, produced in 2 models from 1975 through 1977.For the most part, the CB400F was simply an upgraded version...
.
Having introduced the first four-cylinder motorcycles for the 350; 400; 500; 550 and 750 -classes, Honda seemed to take a step back with this parallel twin with classic 360° crank-layout. Nevertheless the engine showed to be reliable and sturdy and was to be a long living design used in all Honda's 400 & 450 twins for the next 10–15 years.
The engine featured a diamond type frame-configuration, 3-valve design of the combustion chamber, tandem balance-shafts in the front left side of the engine and CDI ignition. In addition, the CB400T also introduced the "Com-Star" compound aluminum-rims, using tubeless tires for the first time.
The motorcycle is somewhat popular nowadays due to its reliability and 'retro factor,' and also due to the general resurrection in classic motorcycles. The model has become particularly popular with motorcycle enthusiasts interested in converting the motorcycle into Café racer
Café racer
A café racer is a type of motorcycle as well as a type of motorcyclist. Both meanings have their roots in the 1960s British counterculture group the Rockers, or the Ton-up boys, although they were also common in Italy, Germany, and other European countries...
s.
Specifications
Displacement: 395.00 ccm (24.10 cubic inches)Engine type: Twin, four-stroke
Power: 43.00 HP (31.4 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Top speed: 161.0 km/h (100.0 mph) Varied
Compression: 9.3:1
Bore x stroke: 70.5 x 50.6 mm (2.8 x 2.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 3 (2 Intake Valves, 1 Exhaust Valve)
Fuel control: OHC
Cooling system: Air
Final Drive: Chain
Front tire dimensions: 3.60-19
Rear tire dimensions: 4.10-18
Front brakes: Disc Brake
Disc brake
The disc brake or disk brake is a device for slowing or stopping the rotation of a wheel while it is in motion.A brake disc is usually made of cast iron, but may in some cases be made of composites such as reinforced carbon–carbon or ceramic matrix composites. This is connected to the wheel and/or...
, Dual Disc and Drum
Rear brakes: Expanding Brake (See: Drum Brake
Drum brake
A drum brake is a brake in which the friction is caused by a set of shoes or pads that press against a rotating drum-shaped part called a brake drum....
)