When did the Honda CB400T Hawk come out?
Honda pensioned off the battered CB360 in 1977, and rolled out the totally new CB400 to deal with, rather than reel from, the competition. The CB400 featured three valves per cylinder, counterbalancers, composite wheels, new-wave suspension and a rigid chassis.
How big is the combustion chamber on a 1980 Honda CB 400t?
This unusual valve arrangement forms an integral part of Honda’s “Pentroof” head shape which has been refined for 1980. The combustion chamber covers a large hole in the cylinder—the bore is 70.5mm, and that big piston only runs through a 50.6mm stroke. By way of comparison, the old GS400 Suzuki dimensions were 65mm x 60mm.
What’s the RPM on a Honda CB 400?
Even though the Honda 400’s horsepower peaks now at 9000 rpm (instead of 1977’s 9500 rpm) the tachometer redline reads 10,000 rpm (instead of 1977’s 9500 rpm) presumably to encourage the rider to make full use of the close-ratio six-speed gearbox and extract maximum performance from the 400.
What kind of suspension does a CB 400 have?
The CB400 featured three valves per cylinder, counterbalancers, composite wheels, new-wave suspension and a rigid chassis. The new 400 proved quick in the quarter-mile for a four-stroke 24-incher; it was reasonably comfortable and handled a good trick if you can pull it off.
What are the specs of a 1981 Honda CB400T Hawk?
Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Honda CB400T Hawk in 1981 the model with standard body and 395.1 cm3 / 24.2 cui engine size, 29.1 kW / 40 PS / 39 hp of power, 6-speed manual powertrain offered since late-year 1980.
When did Honda stop making the CB 400t Hawk?
But by 1976 the poor old dear was getting roughed up in the sales derby by newer four-stroke twins from Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha—which had either more displacement, better handling, smoother running counterbalanced engines, or all of the above.
This unusual valve arrangement forms an integral part of Honda’s “Pentroof” head shape which has been refined for 1980. The combustion chamber covers a large hole in the cylinder—the bore is 70.5mm, and that big piston only runs through a 50.6mm stroke. By way of comparison, the old GS400 Suzuki dimensions were 65mm x 60mm.
Even though the Honda 400’s horsepower peaks now at 9000 rpm (instead of 1977’s 9500 rpm) the tachometer redline reads 10,000 rpm (instead of 1977’s 9500 rpm) presumably to encourage the rider to make full use of the close-ratio six-speed gearbox and extract maximum performance from the 400.
It was launched in 1978 in three different variants, the CB400TI Hawk I, CB400TII Hawk II and CB400A Hawk Hondamatic. The “budget” model of the Hawk line up. It has front and rear drum brakes and spoked wheels with chrome rims.
What kind of motorcycle is the Honda CB400T?
The Honda CB400T is a range of motorcycles built by Honda. In the United Kingdom it was known as the Dream, whereas in the United States it was known as the Hawk.
When did the Honda CB250T come out?
Honda CB250T Dream Manufacturer Honda Motor Company Also called Dream (UK) Hawk (US) Production 1977 (Dream) 1977–1981 (Hawk) Predecessor Honda CB360
Why does the Honda CB400T have counter rotating balance shafts?
Counter-rotating balance-shafts help to reduce unwanted vibrations caused by the 360° crank layout. Honda fitted these models with capacitor discharge ignition instead of the points system found on its predecessors, that required frequent maintenance. It uses a five-speed transmission with a chain final drive.