Description
Please Note: This Honda RVF400 sold before it was scheduled to go up on auction. We’ve added it to the site to help you value the Iconic goodness that we sell!
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: NC351004950. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan.
The odometer shows 12,849 kilometers (7,983 miles)
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us change the oil and oil filter, replace the spark plugs, flush the brake fluid, replace the fork seals and oil, and install new Michelin Pilot Power 2CT tires with date codes of 1323 and 2523.
Gas Tank Internal: Ok
Tire Years – Front: 1323; Rear: 2523
Tire Life – Front: 100%; Rear: 100%
Tire Pressure – Front: 30PSI; Rear: 30PSI
Brake Life – Front: 80%; Rear: 90%
Hydraulic Fluid – Front: New; Rear: New
Drive Chain Condition: Light Rust, Ok
Engine Oil – Level: Ok; Quality: New
Coolant – Level: Ok; Quality: Ok
Suspension Leaks: None
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Killswitch: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: 12.5V
Test Ride: 3km, Bike Operates as designed
Notes:
-Scratch on left mirror
Modifications:
Aftermarket windscreen.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Honda is offered on a clean Tennessee title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any RVF400 NC35 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
