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CB1

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Power
45 HP
Top Speed
193 km/h
Engine
399 ccm

1989 Honda CB1 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1989 Honda CB1 sport motorcycle, Honda features a 399 cc (24.4 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 45 HP (32.8 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 112.8 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.

Specific Output
112.8 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 45.0 HP (32.8 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition digital
Lubrication wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Max RPM 13500
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Exhaust 4-into-1 stainless exhaust pipe, stainless downpipes
Chassis
Frame Type aluminium tubular
Rear Suspension monoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options red, black, blue
Notes

derived from the CBR400, known as a naked ´Baby Blade´, import from Japan to UK

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