LOT 628
1976 Honda CB400F Project
1976 Honda CB400F Project
1976 Honda CB400F Project
Frame no. CB400F-1057959
Engine no. CB400F-1054056
Now regarded as one of the classics of the 1970s, the Honda 400 Four first appeared in 1974. Described as 'the poor boy's muscle bike', its combination of a four-cylinder, overhead-camshaft engine in a 250-sized package endowed it a performance better than many 500s. With a stylish 4-into-1 exhaust, six gears and rear-set footrests, it was every boy-racer's dream and a huge commercial success. Comparing it to the opposition, Bike magazine reckoned the CB400 "represents a brilliantly engineered concept. It retains its appeal on several fronts: it's a four-stroke, and an awful lot of people are biased towards four-strokes; it's as quick as the two-strokes, yet on average road use will give considerably better fuel consumption; its handling is noticeably better than the two-strokes; and who can dispute that it's easily the best sounding 400?"
This incomplete example currently displays a total of 53,054 miles on the odometer and is offered for restoration. The HPI records the late owner as keeper since 1985, and the original colour as red. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves regarding this motorcycle's condition, completeness, and authenticity prior to bidding. The machine is offered with an old-style V5 registration document (issued 1986), while a detached exhaust system and a box of other components is included in the sale. Offered with key.
Footnotes
BUYER'S PREMIUM
The Buyer's Premium for this Lot is 28%+VAT on the first £40k of the Hammer Price, then 27% up to £800k, then 21% up to £4.5M and 14.5% thereafter.
All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
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Saleroom notices
The frame number is: CB400F-1056959. The engine number is: CB400FE-1054056.








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