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: NC351101352. It came to Iconic as an import.
The odometer shows 46,413 kilometers (28,839 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for this listing the seller had us clean, service, and sync the carbs, replace the oil and oil filter, install a new battery, and replace the spark plugs. We also serviced the chain, replaced both the front and rear brake fluid, and gave the bike a detail.
Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal: Ok
Tire Year Front: 4018 / Rear: 1218
Tire Life Front: 90% / Rear: 90%
Tire Press Front: 30PSI / Rear: 32PSI
Brake Life Front: 90% / Rear: 80%
Hydraulic Front and Rear Brake Fluids: New
Oil Quality: New Level: Good
Coolant Quality: Ok Level: Ok
Suspension Leaks: None
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Turn: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Kill: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: New
Bike Runs and operates as designed
Test Ride: 0.5 KM
Notes:
• Faddy Daddy Exhaust
• Some corrosion around engine
• Signs of rust in the subframe
Modifications:
Aftermarket exhaust.
Aftermarket tank badges.
Aftermarket sprocket.
Aftermarket bar ends.
Tank pad.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on IRC RMC 810 tires with date codes of 1218 and 4018.
The sale includes two keys.
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!
Continental US: Iconic has several private shipping partners that criss-cross the country for us. Please email transport@iconicmotorbikes.com or fill out the form at the bottom of this page to request a quote.
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.
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.
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$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.