1990 Honda VFR400R NC30

Description

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Essentially a scaled-down version of Honda’s legendary RC30, the VFR400R, or NC30, was a race-bred 400cc superbike introduced in the late 1980s. A smaller and cheaper alternative to the VFR750R, the 400 still possessed the same bodywork and livery as the 750, as well as its stellar reliability and fit and finish which had become Honda hallmarks.

Powering the NC30 was a carbureted, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, V4 with gear-driven cams that gave the NC30 a unique roar. With a relatively flat torque curve and a redline of 14,500rpm, the NC30’s V4 was good for around 30 ft-lbs of torque and just shy of 60hp. Top-speed was a respectable 130mph, and with a wet weight of only 400lbs, the VFR400R’s dual front 296mm discs and four-piston calipers were more than sufficient at slowing things down.

The trick little 400 was also an early adopter of various features such as its 360-degree “big bang” firing order, TRAC (Torque Reactive Anti-dive Circuit) 41mm telescopic front-end, and ELF’s Pro-Arm single-sided swing-arm. Just like its three-quarter-liter sibling, the welterweight VFR used a competition-derived aluminum twin-spar frame. A four-into-one exhaust exited on the left side of the bike, enabling easy access to the 18” rear wheel, and the suspension’s preload and rebound were both adjustable.

The VFR400R was created for the Japanese domestic market, though it was officially sold in parts of Europe for a time, albeit in limited numbers. Produced until being phased out in ’94, the NC30 wasn’t ever sold in the US, though grey market examples have found their way to US shores.

This example is VIN: NC301050305. British Columbia assigned VIN: 2BG70305601050305. The owner purchased the bike two years ago from a private party out of Vancouver and states, “Purchased the bike, Fixed it up and rode it, moving on to other bikes. Shifting my attention to rare Italian machines.”

During his ownership, the owner has covered approximately 1,500 kilometers (932 miles). The odometer shows 38,827 kilometers (24,126 miles).

Maintenance:
Per the owner, “Valve service, carbs overhauled, cleaned and synchronized, wheel bearings replaced, new brake rotors and pads, new BMC air filter, new tires last season, wheels powder coated. No documentation. Turn signals not working.”

Modifications:
“17” rear rim from the later NC35 to allow for a better selection of tires, Rick Oliver rear suspension jack up kit to get the correct ride height, HEL braided stainless brake lines, aftermarket bodywork including a tank cover, single seat option.”

Viper exhaust.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Metzeler Sportec M7 RR tires with date codes of 4721 and 1722.

The sale includes one key, the original rear wheel, rear stand, and various parts. No mirrors are included.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Fairing joint between upper and mid panels has a small gap, welded gear shift lever repair, damage to exhaust, various scratches and marks on the paint, worn paint on the triple clamp.”

Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Honda is offered on a clean Canada title. Have any VFR400 NC30 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!