LOT 346
Property of a deceased's estate 1990 Honda VRF400R Type NC30 Frame no. NC30-2000058 Engine no. to be advised
Sold for £7,475 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 346
Property of a deceased's estate, 1990 Honda VRF400R Type NC30 Frame no. NC30-2000058 Engine no. to be advised
The Autumn Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, Stafford|9 October 2021, 12:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
Property of a deceased's estate
1990 Honda VRF400R Type NC30
Frame no. NC30-2000058
Engine no. to be advised
1990 Honda VRF400R Type NC30
Frame no. NC30-2000058
Engine no. to be advised
Following the arrival of the VFR750R (RC30) race replica in the late 1980s, it was only to be expected that some of its style and technology would rub off on Honda's smaller V4s. The first of these mini race-reps was the NC21, which was followed by the NC24 with RC30-style single-sided swinging arm. Restricted to a maximum of 59PS (59.8bhp) for the Japanese market, these models were not officially imported into the UK, unlike the successor NC30 which boasted a specification not far short of the RC's: alloy beam frame; single-sided swinger; close-ratio gearbox; twin-lamp fairing; RC-type brakes; and a 360-degree crankshaft. Testing a full power (62.5bhp) UK model in August 1991, Bike magazine recorded a top speed of 122.7mph into a strong headwind with the NC 1,000 revs short of the red line, indicating a probable maximum in excess of 130. Boasting RC30 looks and equally exemplary build quality, but at a fraction of the cost, the NC30 is fast becoming one of the most collectible classics of the 1990s.
Offered from long-term ownership and last taxed in May 2012, this example last ran in July 2020 and has been dry-stored since August 2020 when the late owner passed away. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The odometer reading is 25,739 miles. Accompanying documentation consists of some expired MoTs; two V5C documents; and an owner's manual.
Offered from long-term ownership and last taxed in May 2012, this example last ran in July 2020 and has been dry-stored since August 2020 when the late owner passed away. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The odometer reading is 25,739 miles. Accompanying documentation consists of some expired MoTs; two V5C documents; and an owner's manual.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.
Saleroom notices
The Vehicle Registration Number is 'G333 RDM'. The odometer reading is currently 25,740 miles.
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