Description
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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: NC351103584. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan.
The odometer shows 39,971 kilometers (24,836 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us replace the battery and chain; flush the brake fluid and coolant; and rebuild, clean, and sync the carbs. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Tire Year Front/ Rear: 4418/3518
Tire % Front/ Rear:80%/80%
Tire Press Front/ Rear:36/36
Brake % Front/ Rear :50%/80%
Front hydraulic fluid: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid: OK
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid: N/A
Oil: LEVEL OK, COLOR OK
Coolant: CHANGED NEW
Low Beam: OK
High Beam: OK
Turn: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light: OK
Plate Light: OK
Kill: OK
Horn: OK
Fork: OK
Shock/s: OK
Final Drive: NEW CHAIN
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.8
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.2
Notes:
• RUNS GREAT
• HAS BRAIDED BRAKE LINES FT&RR
• TWIN CAN SLIP-ON EXHAUST
• CARBON FRONT FENDER
• HAS DAMAGE TO LEFT SIDE, UPPER & LOWER FAIRINGS
• LEFT MIRROR SCRATCHED
• TAIL SECTION CRACKED.
• BAR END SCRATCHED
• CLUTCH LEVER SCRATCHED
Modifications:
Aftermarket slip-on exhaust.
Braided stainless steel brake lines.
Carbon fiber front fender.
Aftermarket sprocket.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes one key.
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 tires with date codes of 3518 and 4418.
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 Washington 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 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
