Description
Please note: This RVF400 is titled as a 1992 model.
Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
In 1994, Honda introduced the RVF400, or NC35. Successor to the VFR400 (not confusing at all), the NC35 was two things: a mini-me of the legendary RC45 and one of the greatest 400s ever built. Just like its 750cc big brother, the NC35’s fit and finish was top-notch, and the model had all the trappings of a full-size superbike in a potent 400cc package.
Think about what a 400cc sportbike means nowadays – then look at what this offered over 20 years ago with the single-sided swingarm, V4 motor, endurance racer-inspired air ducts, and gear-driven cams! The NC35 made it clear that small displacement bikes didn’t have to be cheap. In addition to all the nice details above, the liquid-cooled, DOHC, 90-degree, 399cc V4 with four-valves per cylinder, gear-driven cams, and quad 28mm carbs made just shy of 60hp at 13,000rpm. A 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 400 (still a very fun bike!) makes 45.
Never officially sold outside of the Japanese market, the RVF400 featured a V4 engine in an aluminum twin-spar frame paired with upside-down 41mm Showa forks and a monoshock out back. Dual front discs with Nissin calipers help to slow the 400 from its roughly 125 mph top speed.
This example is VIN: NC351100677. The seller acquired the bike from a collector in 2017.
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 434 miles. The odometer shows 16,745 kilometers (10,404 miles).
Maintenance:
The seller states, “No expense was spared on this machine. The carbs were rebuilt, fork seals and calipers rebuilt, chain and sprockets, all fluids, battery, valves clearances checked and in spec, recent tires, and was completely detailed. Bike needs nothing is 100% ready to ride!
Modifications:
Led headlight bulbs, aftermarket windscreen.
Slip-on exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys and the original owner’s manual. The stock exhaust is included.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Swansea, Massachusetts, this Honda is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any RVF400 NC35 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
