Description
1/3/23 Update: We have since discovered that the bike is missing its front fairing stay.
Additional photos of this 1995 Honda RVF400 NC35 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: NC351005783. The seller acquired it as a project from Iconic six months ago.
The odometer shows 15,140 kilometers (9,407 miles).
Maintenance:
The seller took the bike to Moto Tecnica in East Los Angeles during the summer of 2022. Along with having the carbs rebuilt and synced, he also had the top end inspected and cleaned and the exhaust system inspected. He reports that he had the following new parts installed:
– Fluids and filters
– Front brake master cylinder, reservoir, pistons and seals, and pressure switch
– Rear brake master cylinder, reservoir, pistons and seals, and pressure switch (we found the pedal feel to be soft)
– Fork seals and oil
– Battery
– Spark plugs
He had new Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires installed with date codes of 3221 and 3821.
He notes that the bike was “set up by expert racer for a 170-pound rider with 30 pounds of gear.” Moreover, there are no mechanical issues — it “ran excellent up Glendora Mountain Road 10 times (full length) over four weekends.”
1/3/23 Update: We have since discovered that the bike is missing its front fairing stay.
Modifications:
Please note: this RVF400 does not come with its mirrors, turn signals, or a license plate bracket.
Tyga bodywork.
Full race exhaust system.
Aftermarket adjustable rearsets.
Manual radiator fan switch.
Stainless steel brake lines.
Frame sliders.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes one key.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Honda is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any RVF400 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
