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 that 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: NC351004796. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan.
The odometer shows 47,105 kilometers (29,269 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us clean the tank, replace the petcock, clean and sync the carbs, install new rear brake pads, and replace the chain and sprockets. We also changed the oil and oil filter, flushed the coolant and brake fluid, and installed new Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires with date codes of 1121 and 0523.
Olly did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Tire Years – Front: 2023; Rear: 2021
Tire Life – Front/ Rear: 100%, New
Tire Pressure – Front: 32PSI; Rear: 36PSI
Brake Life – Front: 60%; Rear: 100%
Hydraulic Fluid – Front/Rear: New
Engine Oil – Level: Ok; Quality: New
Coolant – Level: Ok; Quality: New
Drive Chain – New Chain and Sprockets
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Killswitch: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: 12.04V
State of Health: 100%
Test Ride: 12 Km test ride, bike operates as intended
BIKE CONDITION:
-Forks Pitted, may have small oil leak on right fork
-Fuel tank appears to have been cleaned previously, not lined
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 Oregon title. Have any RVF400 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
