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CB 450 disc

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Power
45 HP
Top Speed
171 km/h
Engine
445 ccm

1975 Honda CB 450 disc Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Honda's classic motorcycle platform, the 1975 Honda CB 450 disc utilizes a 445 cc (27.2 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 101.1 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the CB 450 disc measures 204 kg (450 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.53 kg per horsepower). The 14-liter (3.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 171 km/h (106 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1972 to 1975, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
101.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.22 HP/kg (4.53 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 445.0 ccm (27.15 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 57.8 mm (2.8 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 171.0 km/h (106.3 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.25-18
Rear Tyre 3.50-18
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Expanding brake
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 204.0 kg (449.7 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 14.00 litres (3.70 US gallons)
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