Has a bear got hair?

Do it, man!!

What are the differences between the "Version S" and CB-1?

If you don’t please let me know, I may be interested. Thank always wanted a CB1 and rode a CBR 400 in Japan.

So where are the pictures of it in your driveway,

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Originally posted by ridewv:
What are the differences between the "Version S" and CB-1?

Per a quick Wiki search:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_CB400SF

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1992:[2] The CB400 Super Four introduced the updated CB-1 engine, tilted backwards to obtain a more erect cylinder bank. Carburetors changed from down-draft to side-draft type, but still of a constant velocity design. A more conventional chain drive system replaced the gear cam drive system, setting the red-line at 12,500 rpm. Wider gear ratios defined the versatility of Honda's intention for the bike.

1996:[5] New front brake discs with reduced tendency to warp, and opposed four-piston calipers for improved initial response.
A special edition Super Four version S model was available with Brembo brakes and Showa suspension.

1997:[6] Updates to the carburetor air funnels, the internal muffler structure, and the Nissin brakes. Version S model also received electronically controlled ignition (PGM-IG). Weight increased by 1 kg (2.2 lb).

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Should I add it to the Moto collection?

^^^^ I approve the above meme and jump firmly on the bandwagon. Buy the thing!

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Originally posted by HRK:
So where are the pictures of it in your driveway,

I went back and forth on this one quite a bit. It seems like a no brainer but I already have a lot of bikes and electrical gremlins on my Buell thanks to the moronic previous owners and the farkles they added to the bike cost me more than I expected. Truth be told electrical gremlins are sadly a somewhat common issue for those early Buell bikes but all of that mess seems to be resolved now.

It is about time for a new challenge/addition. I don’t expect any issues at all from this Honda. (Famous last words but hopefully true) My CB-1 had v-reg issues but was otherwise stupid reliable for such an old bike. It is also one of the most fun motorcycles in existence. The chance to own a more modern variant of my beloved CB-1 is too good to refuse.

In the end I realized this is an opportunity that will mostly likely not come up again, well at least not anytime soon.

After doing a bit of digging it looks like parts support is a non issue on this Moto thanks to the internet and a production run lasting two decades.

To answer your question HRK you will see pics of it in my driveway sometime next month as I won’t be back in Norfolk VA until then..

I’ve almost amassed enough bikes to start a YouTube channel promoting the joy of the small mill thrill.

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Originally posted by stickman428:


I went back and forth on this one quite a bit. It seems like a no brainer but I already have a lot of bikes and electrical gremlins on my Buell thanks to the moronic previous owners and the farkles they added to the bike cost me more than I expected. Truth be told electrical gremlins are sadly a somewhat common issue for those early Buell bikes but all of that mess seems to be resolved now.

This is the purview of being a classic motorcycle enthusiast.

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It is about time for a new challenge/addition. I don’t expect any issues at all from this Honda. (Famous last words but hopefully true) My CB-1 had v-reg issues but was otherwise stupid reliable for such an old bike. It is also one of the most fun motorcycles in existence. The chance to own a more modern variant of my beloved CB-1 is too good to refuse.

In the end I realized this is an opportunity that will mostly likely not come up again, well at least not anytime soon.

Strike while the iron is hot, make hay while the sun shines, if the dog hadn't stopped to take a crap he'd a caught the rabbit, time and tide wait for no man!

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To answer your question HRK you will see pics of it in my driveway sometime next month as I won’t be back in Norfolk VA until then..

I expected no less!

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I’ve almost amassed enough bikes to start a YouTube channel promoting the joy of the small mill thrill.

Hmm a method by which you could create additional revenue to fee the monster of more motorcycles....

Glad you grabbed it. Interested to hear how it compares to the CB1

How many motos in the garage, stickman?

I took a pic of my “other brother’s” garage yesterday… eleven in there!

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Originally posted by vthoky:
How many motos in the garage, stickman?

I took a pic of my “other brother’s” garage yesterday… eleven in there!

Some are projects a few are probably basket cases but the total list is nearing 20.

1. Honda CB-1
2. Suzuki Bandit 400
3. BMW R1150GS
4. BMW R100RS
5. Suzuki SV1000
6. Suzuki SV650
7. Yamaha YZF-R1
8. Yamaha XS1100
9. Yamaha DT50 (street legal)
10. Honda CBR600RR
11. Suzuki GS750
12. Kawasaki Zephyr
13. Kawasaki Zephyr
14. Suzuki GT185
15. Buell X1 Lightning
16. Honda CB400S Super Four
17. Kawasaki KE100

That's a fun mix
I missed out on a couple BMW projects years ago, distance was a big factor.

This bike is fricking cool.

It starts first try every time. Idles like a dream and revs to the moon. The gearbox also feels great with 1 down and 5 up it’s pound for pound almost the same weight as my Buell X1 Lightning but has 1/3 the displacement, it’s 399cc inline four verses the Buell’s 1203cc V twin. But the tiny Honda feels close to the Buell because of its superb level of refinement. The Buell feels crude and clumsy and hard hitting where the Honda feels more agile and honestly not a lot slower for being down about 800cc from the Buell while being up two pistons on the American bike.

This bike ABSOLUTELY LIVED UP to very high expectations. This thing is stupid fun!!!

It’s everything I love about my 1989 CB-1 but refined and improved. Shifting? Better! Power? Better ! Braking? WAY better! As far as smiles per miles go this little JDM unicorn does not disappoint. No it’s not as fast as a 600-1000 (obviously) but it makes power and allows you to redline its small motor and provides a hell of a fun ride without pissing off the neighborhood and local law enforcement.

So you're saying the CB1 needs a new home...