How much is a 1981 Honda CM400 worth?
Values
| Excellent | $2,015 |
| Very Good | $1,365 |
| Good | $910 |
| Fair | $640 |
| Poor | N/A |
How does a Hondamatic work?
The Hondamatic transmission uses standard engine oil as hydraulic fluid. Upon engagement by the centrifugal clutch, the engine turns the transmission’s pump-side outer body, causing the fixed-angle pump-side swash plate within to rotate, sequentially stroking the pump side pistons.
What is a Hondamatic motorcycle?
The Hondamatic (also called the H2) was Honda’s first semi-automatic transmission. It was produced from 1973 through 1988. The Hondamatic name continued to be used on fully-automatic transmissions from Honda.
Do Honda transmissions use planetary gears?
Most of Honda’s automatic transmissions are unusual in that they do not use planetary gears like nearly all other makers, however, Honda has recently introduced (2017) an all-new, in-house designed 10-speed automatic that uses planetary gears.
What kind of bike is a 1981 Honda CM400?
1981 HONDA CM400, Custom vintage bike. great shape needs nothingThis is a very nice and well cared for 1981 Honda CM400 custom motorcycle. It has 27000 miles and all it needs is a new home. The 400 is a parallel twin 400 cc air cooled machine. This is a great bike and has years of life left in it. Call Tim
When did the Honda CM400A Hondamatic come out?
In the mid 1970s, at least one major motorcycle manufacturer took a crack at solving the problem. In 1976, Honda introduced the CB750A Hondamatic — “A” standing for automatic. Honda realized the 750 engine was a bit much for the entry-level Hondamatic, so it introduced the more beginner-friendly CB400A in 1978.
What kind of engine does a Honda cm 400 have?
1981 Honda CM 400 A Hondamatic (pictured above) Specs: Engine: Air cooled SOHC parallel twin, 3 valves per cylinder, counterbalanced Displacement: 395 cc (24.1 in.3) Bore x stroke: 70.5 mm x 50.6 mm (2.78” x 1.99”)
Can you change the needles on a Honda CM400?
Honda recommends buying new floats and needles if the adjustment is off, but you can make very minor adjustments by bending the metal tabs on top of the needles. This is delicate and you risk breaking them though so be careful. After cleaning a the carbs I have come upon a lean issue.