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MotoLibrary Score
46/100Balanced
Power
43 HP
Top Speed
150 km/h
Engine
395 ccm
Technical Overview
1979 Honda CM 400 A Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Honda for the touring motorcycle segment, the 1979 Honda CM 400 A pairs a 395 cc (24.1 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 43 HP (31.4 kW) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 108.9 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.
The 9.46-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 150 km/h (93 mph).
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Brakes
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Transmission
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