How much does a 1985 Honda VF700C cost?
For that kind of duty, the VF700C Magna is a great bike. According to the Comprehensive Vintage Motorcycle Price Guide 2015-2016, a 1985 Honda VF700C could bring about $3,100 in condition 1 (basically showroom condition) and about $1,900 in condition 3 (good, clean road-ready).
When did the Honda VF700C Magna come out?
Several took their bikes in the 750cc class and retooled the engines to displace just under 700cc; making them immune to the financial impact of the tariff. One of the bikes that arose from the tariff war of 1983 was the VF700C or V40 Magna (actual displacement is 699cc or 42.7 ci), which debuted in 1984.
How many miles does a Honda VF700C have?
As I write this, the old Honda has 43,702 miles on it—as far as I can determine, all original miles. In addition to being one of my regular day-trip mounts, the VF700C is currently a test mule for our long-term review of a set of Michelin Commander II tires.
What kind of carburetor does a Honda VF 700C use?
Both use 33mm constant velocity carburetors, the Maxim-X’s being the sidedraft variety while the FZ’s are downdraft. The three 21mm intake and two 23mm exhaust valves are the same on both engines, as are the included valve angles.
For that kind of duty, the VF700C Magna is a great bike. According to the Comprehensive Vintage Motorcycle Price Guide 2015-2016, a 1985 Honda VF700C could bring about $3,100 in condition 1 (basically showroom condition) and about $1,900 in condition 3 (good, clean road-ready).
Several took their bikes in the 750cc class and retooled the engines to displace just under 700cc; making them immune to the financial impact of the tariff. One of the bikes that arose from the tariff war of 1983 was the VF700C or V40 Magna (actual displacement is 699cc or 42.7 ci), which debuted in 1984.
As I write this, the old Honda has 43,702 miles on it—as far as I can determine, all original miles. In addition to being one of my regular day-trip mounts, the VF700C is currently a test mule for our long-term review of a set of Michelin Commander II tires.
When did the Honda VF700S Sabre come out?
Honda responded in 1983 with a new frame and different steering geometry. At the same time, the twin airbox extensions mounted alongside the engine were consolidated into one large airbox above the engine. That, along with new carburetor jetting, cured a midrange flat spot.
What kind of instrumentation does a Honda 700 have?
Instrumentation on the 700 includes analog speedometer, tachometer and engine coolant temperature gauge, and lights for oil pressure, neutral, turn signals, tail light burn-out and a light the illuminates “OD” to let the rider know the transmission is in 6 th gear, but there is no gear position indicator.