Description
Please note: The sale of this RVF400 includes free shipping to Iconic’s Santa Monica facility. Transport could take up to three months.
The seller has also provided the following ride-along video:
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: NC351100680. The seller acquired the bike from a Japanese motorcycle shop.
The odometer shows 1,324 kilometers (822 miles).
Maintenance:
The seller has not had cause to perform any maintenance.
Modifications:
Per the seller, this RVF400 is completely stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Rideen GPR50 tires.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Obu, Aichi, Japan, this Honda is offered on a clean Japanese title. Have any RVF400 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Please note: The sale of this RVF400 includes free shipping to Iconic’s Santa Monica facility. Transport could take up to three months.
