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LOT 646 N

1979 Honda CB400F Super Sport Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. CB400F 1083668 Engine no. CB400FE 1079492

Sold for £3,450 inc. premium
Lot 646N

1979 Honda CB400F Super Sport
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. CB400F 1083668 Engine no. CB400FE 1079492

1979 Honda CB400F Super Sport
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. CB400F 1083668
Engine no. CB400FE 1079492

Now one of the undisputed classics of the 1970s, the Honda CB400F first appeared in 1974. Described as 'the poor boy's muscle bike', it featured a four-cylinder, overhead-camshaft engine in a 250-sized package that endowed it with performance bettering than of many 500s. Boasting a stylish four-into-one exhaust, six gears and rear-set footrests, it was every boy-racer's dream and a huge commercial success. With a top speed of around 105mph, the CB400F was as quick as the rival two-strokes and handled better, yet was significantly more economical, especially when ridden hard. Well-preserved original examples are highly prized today.

Registered in Italy, this particular CB400F has had only three recorded owners from new (two being the same person). Described by the vendor as in very good condition, the machine currently displays a total of 47,636km (29,601 miles) on the odometer and was last serviced in January 2018. Formerly red, it comes with the original fuel tank and side panels, while the seat has been re-trimmed to the original pattern. Otherwise said to be highly original, the machine is offered with its original keys; ACI Certificato di Proprieta; FMI Registro Storico Nazionale certificate and ID card; and Italian registration papers.

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NNOVA declaration
If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.

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