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CBR400R

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42 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.25 hp/kg
Torque
37 Nm
Engine
399 ccm

2015 Honda CBR400R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Honda's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2015 Honda CBR400R relies on a 399 cc (24.4 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 46 HP (33.6 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 37 Nm (27.3 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 115.3 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 rpm) and peak power (9,500 rpm), 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 CBR400R measures 192 kg (423 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.17 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,410 mm (55.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.52 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 595 km (370 miles) between fill-ups.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2014 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
115.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.24 HP/kg (4.17 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,500–9,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~595 km (370 mi)
Engine
Displacement 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Power 46.0 HP (33.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque 37.0 Nm (3.8 kgf-m or 27.3 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression 11.0:1
Bore x Stroke 67.0 x 56.6 mm (2.6 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. PGM-Fi
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance
Lubrication Forced pressure and wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multiplate with coil springs
Driveline O-Ring sealed chain
Chain Size 520
Performance
Fuel Consumption 2.52 litres/100 km (39.7 km/l or 93.34 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 58.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Diamond
Rake 25.0°
Trail 99 mm (3.9 inches)
Front Suspension 37mm fork
Front Travel 118 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension Pro-Link single shock with five positions of spring preload adjustability
Rear Travel 103 mm (4.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground Clearance 140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-17
Rear Tyre 140/70-17
Front Tire Pressure 2.0 bar (29 psi)
Rear Tire Pressure 2.2 bar (32 psi)
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheels Aluminiumalloy rims
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)
Weight incl. 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.2527 HP/kg
Seat Height 785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1145 mm (45.1 inches)
Overall Length 2075 mm (81.7 inches)
Overall Width 740 mm (29.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.80 litres (1.90 US quarts)
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil SAE 10W-40 / 10W-50 Synthetic 4T (API SN / JASO MA2)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Coolant Liquid cooled, ethylene glycol antifreeze 50/50 mix
Spark Plugs NGK CR8E / CR9E
Battery 12V 7Ah / 9Ah (YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Graphite black, Victory red, white
Electrical 12V 7Ah / 9Ah (YTX7L-BS / YTX9-BS)
Notes

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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Seat Height
78.5 cm / 30.9 in
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Medium weight — some experience needed
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