That was an excellent video. In my collection I have 'a lot' of early small capacity Hondas as well as the bigger fours, 125 to 450 twins and 350 to 500 fours and have always regarded the smaller cc bikes as the 'nicest' bikes to ride in terms of reliability, build quality and most importantly comfortable predictable handling and braking. Funnily enough I still use a 1979 CB400T as a hack to get to my storage units etc. It has the same engine as the CM, is still totally reliable at 115,000+ miles and performance is still excellent in modern traffic. I have only ever serviced it (every 5K), changed tyres and brake pads/shoes and coated the inside of the tank to stop corrosion. Of all the carburettor engines, I have never had problems with the Hondas unlike most others as just an occasional spray with Gumout or similar keeps them clear. As you say, a great bike for new riders plus still makes old gits like me smile 😄
This takes me back to my college days in the early 90s. I bought a '79 CM400T from a friend of my father's for $400. It had hard case saddlebags & a 3/4 fairing up front w/ a CB radio and cassette player. Looked like a mini-Goldwing. I stripped off all the accessories except the hard-side saddlebags, put some low-rise handlebars on and the bike became my daily commuter throughout college and several years after. I rode that thing through heat, rain, and snow, off-road fishing trips, dates, and solo road trips. That thing was indestructible and so damn reliable. I finally sold it to a guy buying his first mc for $1200. It had 89K miles on it without complaint.
Funny - my first bike was an 81 Cm400T. And I, too, kept adding stuff to it. There was little after market stuff so I wrote scour the junkyards for stuff that would fit. I added highway bars and pegs, a rear hard case and windshield... The local Honda dealership called it my Copper Wing
It was my first motorbike in 1990. Belonged to my father since 1980 but he did not use it. I had other bikes after but I still keep it in my garage. I found it pretty fast in acceleration and a fun to drive, at the beginning of my riding experience. I used to go on trips with plastic bottles filled with fuels in my back lack. I could drive around 110 km with a full tank so, after 60 km,I had to start looking for a petrol station. That was a nightmare. Very comfortable on the straight and a pleasure to be parked in town when you move away and turn your head for a look and say: she is so beautiful! In serpentine roads was acceptable if the pavement was smooth. Bumpy toads with turns needed careful driving for the stability of the rear, if you drove relatively fast.
One of the first almost new bikes I bought - from a friend back in 1984 who bought it new and only had about 1500 miles on it. It was a 1982 CM400 same red and magenta as in the video - I was 22 and loved that bike!! I was still paying for flying lessons and couldn't afford a car. I sold it in 1987 for $750 still in pristine condition (I was then married, worked for a major airline, owned a home and used the money to buy a used freezer and a membership to a racquetball club - my total domestication was complete). Thanks for the wonderful memories!!
'81 CM400E was my very first street bike and l loved it. I consistently got 81 mpg. I put about 7,500 miles on it, then bought a fully dressed GL500 Honda SilverWing. That was 35 years ago... Last week l bought my 3rd Honda - a 1994 Pacific Coast 800. I will never forget the CM400E though and how much joy it brought me
Wow, Lawrence, our minds really run together. LOL I have owned a Honda CM450E, 2 different Honda GL500's and still now have a 1997 Pacific Coast that I have owned for 12 years. That PC is my most favorite motorcycle that I have ever owned in 55 years. It is such a beautifully quiet gorgeous motorcycle to ride. I have always enjoyed trading rides and trying out friend's bikes. Once I got the PC that all changed as I am always reasonably certain that I am already riding the nicest bike. LOL
You can add me to the "owned both a '81 cm400 and a '97 PC800" club. Wish I had 'em both back. They were probably the most reliable transportation I ever owned. And the cheapest to operate as well. ( $6 to fill the pc800's tank at the time, then ride it all week. )
I have a cb400a and a cm400e. Y'all want one that runs but needs a carb rebuild and cosmetic work I would sell it cheap. I just got in a bad car wreck and can't rebuild the carbs right now. I can hardly drive. A car.
Last fall I bought my friend's grandpa's 81 cm400 Custom for 100 dollars because of health issues. It's my first bike and after spending the winter fixing it up, I finally got to start riding it this summer. It had this giant aftermarket windshield that I recently removed because it's shape would warp whatever was in front of me. I love this bike and it's been an awesome introduction to riding for me. The handlebars are something of note as you mentioned; they have a cruiser stance to them even though it's more of a cafe racer. Love the video!
I remember this bike well. I bought my 1981 CMT400 Honda which was new and what a joy to ride. It was Blue with lots of chrome. I loved the step up seat for two and step back handlebars which made it very comfortable for longer rides. My first bike I’ve ever owned with mag wheels. I traded in my 1976 Honda CB 360 L for it. The 400 cc was probably one of the best bikes I’ve ever owned and now wished I still owned or could find.❤️👍
I've gotten comments now from many with the blue color. I would prefer the blue over the red. Sure is a great bike and thanks for watching and for sharing your story Ron
Just got a 1980 CM400T. Memories shall be made! That Prince tie-in to this bike is an amazing piece of trivia that endears this machine to me even more.
Nice! Great to see one of those running and going down the road. My Dad bought a new CM400C in 1980 and I rode on it with him for several years when I was a little kid. Great memories, and I thought that bike was so cool! I still remember the day he brought it home from the Honda shop in Dallas.
Just got a Cm400E a few months back as my second bike for a song in almost mint condition cleaned the carbs and changed fluids put a battery in and she fired right up can’t wait to ride it this spring
Great vid mate. Just yesterday, it was my 62nd birthday, I bought a 1979, 400 t With 10,600 miles and in excellent condition. I just cant wait for winter to clear out and piss off back to the other side of the planet.
Congratulations buddy and also congrats to your “new” bike. Yeah same here, it’s a long winter ❄️ Hopefully we will have a warm spring 😁 Thanks for warning and please subscribe to my channel :)
My sister just gave me a cm400t because I needed good transportation. Was worried about messing the bike up because of how different a smaller engine like a 400 is to say a 1600. To say the least this little bike gets me to where I need to be and in good time!
I’m currently 68 yrs old and bought a new scooter . It is a 2022 Honda ADV 150 which is water- cooled and automatic twist and go. I couldn’t be happier with my choice. It will go up to 65 mph if needed and lots of storage room under seat. Currently have a little over 2,000 miles on it . Gas mileage averages about 108 mpg so far with my riding habits.👍😀
Love vintage Honda motorcycles. I picked up a 83 V65 Magna that I plan on making ridable. I posted a video on my channel when I got it. Really appreciate the history lesson this video provides.
My first motorcycle was a 1981 Honda CM400C. It was a very good motorcycle. I had it for one year and left it behind when I separated from my first wife. I had a blast ringing that little 400 out to red line in every gear. Even with the way the way that I rode it, the motorcycle still managed to get 60 MPG. Last I heard, my Ex gave the motorcycle away to someone who needed it for the parts. :(
This was my first bike! Mine was the two tone blue model, bought it at the age of 14 and rode it in the hay fields behind our house. I actually owned a motorcycle before I bought my first truck at 16. It had 1400 miles on it and got it from the original owner, I paid $700 for it and it took me and my girlfriend now wife all over Michigan. Brings back a lot of fun memories of getting started riding. 👍
I’m so happy to watch this video. I’m going to try and buy one of these from my uncle here soon. I just bought an ‘85 Nighthawk CB650 and I’d love to add an ‘81 Hondamatic CM400 to the club. I just cleaned out the carbs on my Nighthawk and am working on restoring the entire bike, along with the Hondamatic once I get it. Thank you so much for the video, I’d love to see one this detailed and with so much info on a Nighthawk! Gave me a bunch of specs I’d like to know before restoring the Hondamatic.
Thank you for your comment. Comments like yours really makes me happy and makes me want to continue making more videos. =) Check out more of my channel, I think you will find more of your liking =)
This just about sealed it for me - found a nice 81 CM400 for sale for my first bike and I think I'm gonna buy it now. Also, LOL at the "cooling system: air" spec
Thanks! I'm happy to hear that my video helped you out =) Buy it and don't sell it.... ever! You will regret it if you do. I've gotten so many comments from people saying they regretted selling theirs =) Yeah most bikes are either air or water/oiled cooled. I always list that specs in my videos =) Thanks for watching Bran!
I have the exact same bike. The one thing that impresses me about them is how quickly they fire up. Seems like a half turn of the starter and it fires right up.
That sounds better than it has any right to sound :D Man, I'd love to ride something classic one day. The oldest bike I've ridden was my first bike and it was a 2003 CB600f Hornet, so not really a "classic" bike. I would love to know how bikes used to feel like back then. Especially a bike like this one, that was born the same year as me XD
Ah yeah they do feel very nice. You can find old Honda CBxxx on the used market for like 2000 euro. from the 70-80s. Perfect for the store or beach/whatever. I hope you will find one to test soon. Thanks for watching!
5:42 I bought my Honda CM400E when I was 16 about a year ago. And I just today bought ANOTHER to help restore my original. But with my original bike one of the previous owners had painted it a rally cool lime and dark green theme. I later joined a group for riders in my city and so happened the previous owner commented saying she also had a CM400 and sent a picture of the exact bike. So I found one of the original owners and they actually were the ones to paint it green!
Ah nice and cool paint job!! Thanks for sharing your story. It’s a small world out there. Please support me by subscribing to my channel. Thanks for watching!
Nice video👍🏻 I have a 1984 Honda CM400T Custom (beside a small windscreen its fully stock and original) I live in Denmark and I have been in Nordcap AND in Malaga when I was a hole lot younger😂 on that little thing. On the backroads and on the German autobahn and never had any problem what so ever. GPS topspeed is 150 km/h and up to 120km/h it fine, above that it gets a little windy. The fueltank holds 13 Liter incl 2 liter reserve. The average km per Liter is 19,5 (5,2 Liter per 100 km) The small fueltank can be a problem on the backroads in Sweden and Norway, but i keep two 2 liter fuel reserve cans in the sattlebacks. Best regards from Denmark.
Thanks for watching and for sharing more details about the bike. It's a honda, they were made to last. Never had any problems with a honda really =) Take care =)
Just spent the winter rebuilding a cm 400c. Just need to tightion the cam chain and tune carbs then I’m ready!! Had to put a heli coil in the spark plug hole and install new pistons. I’m excited to ride
I had the same exact bike bought new in 1981. Same color. My wife and I used to do day trips and trips to the pizza shop etc. Very reliable and smooth. It was much nicer than my previous bike. A 1972 CB350 which was very buzzy. That on looks to be in very good condition given its age. Now, after many years of not riding, I have a 2022 Kawasaki W800 in red. Very nice bike. Bob in Ontario, Canada
The W800 is a very nice bike! Good choice sir... I have a test ride video of one on my channel. Thanks for watching, please subscribe to support me and my channel =)
@@Darkvisor I saw that W800 video. Straight to the point and accurate review. I take it you are in Sweden. My grand parents were emigrants to Canada from Denmark(Just around the corner from you)around 1920. Keep up the good videos. Bob Jensen
Your last name is almost the most common danish name so there's no denying your danish heritage =) Yes I am from sweden, never been to denmark though, I only live a few hours from denmark tho... one day perhaps! @@Bob-xc2us
The very first vehicle I ever owned was an 81 CM400. I saved up two paychecks from myvdishwashing job when I was 16 and bought it from an old man. Tht was back in 91. I rode that bike to school through rain, sleet and snow for 2 years before I finally bought my first car.
The larger bikes feel more solid and grounded, but smaller bikes, the weight and the handling make them far more fun to ride. I do alot of around town riding and hands down these 400lb bikes are the best
Born in '65, my first street bike was Honda CM400T. Big chain but stretched it anyway. T was for touring. Small tank & living in N.W. Big Sky Country meant running out between stations. Never knew exactly what made it touring. No windshield, ferring, cruise control, lumbar support. Just looked and felt great to Cafe. I moved up & ride motorcycle number 14 currently, '05 FLHPI. Took it accross U.S. last summer.
Hehe well back then the "touring" bikes weren't as touring as todays bikes. Just look at the old Honda GL1000 Goldwing. =) bike number 14.... sounds good 👍 sounds like you have had loads of fun on the roads and being able to ride so many bikes. Gives great experience. I'm only on my 5th bike but have test ridden now over 130 different bikes =) I have this old video that you might like: ua-cam.com/video/RptItg2jKcA/v-deo.html Thanks for watching mr
I have a cm400 custom and I absolutely love it it’s currently in the shop getting a new rear tire and the front brakes fixed kept locking up on me 😔 only thing (custom )I’m doing to mine is switching the bars.
Just got one of these, a custom model. It's original, was thinking of making a cafe racer but now i consider to keep it originally. Nice vid and nice bike!
Beautiful bike. My first street bike was a 1982 Honda CM400E . The first long trip for me I rode up to the mountains here in West Virginia. Totally a blast. Until I stopped at a friend's and sat down in a chair. Certain body parts that were numb started waking up painfully. Would have been nice if someone would have warned my about it. Lol.. when I got ride of my bike it had less than 4000 miles on it. I did something stupid I was 21 years old. Had a freak hot day in the winter and you can't keep a guy from riding . right? I was feeling alive passed a friend fast and Karma is a Bitch! I hit some cinders they put on the rode because it had snowed a few day's earlier. Yep you guessed it I put my bike down. I was damn lucky. I rode my bike home. Dumbest thing I did was not keeping my bike. Stay safe out there friend.
Ouch. Yeah I learned the hard way not to ride when I was a kid on my bmx. I slipped on some ice and hurt like hell, since then I never got on two wheels when it's winter =P I'm happy to hear that you didn't got hurt! Yeah sometimes we regret selling off things we really like. Maybe one day you will find one to buy again ;) Thanks for watching Walter and stay/ride safe!
Yeah sometimes less is more. Very nice bikes to ride around just enjoying life on! I’m happy to hear that you enjoy your Honda. Please support me by subscribing to my channel. Thanks for watching!
I had exactly the same bike only in the 250 format, but it was physically the same bike but with sleeved down bores to make it a 250 for the UK "Learner Market" It felt big for a 250 and was roughly the same weight as the 400. But it was a real "Eye catcher" but not suited to our narrow winding roads, and sat bolt upright, you felt uncomfortable at anything over 45mph. But I loved the bike, and having both the Dream "Hawk" and SuperDream "SuperHawak" as known in the US. I would love to own any of them now. As I am an old man in my mid 60's. Aah Great Days when I was in my youth.
My first bike was the same bike same colour in 1980 l bought it brand new for 2235 dollars taxes in in Nova Scotia Canada I loved it i was 16 years old and road it a lot i liked it so much that i bought an exact same one second hand when i was 35 years old Now i ride a Suzuki Marauder Still enjoy the freedom Cheers
I just got a Mint 1980 Honda CM400T motorcycle from my dad, hes been wanting to go on rides that are much further than we are capable of now, We ride on Clones of the old Honda Passports, 125cc engines from China. average about 150 miles a ride when we go out on them. Its the Red version of the CM400s that I have and cnt wait to get it ready to ride, itll be my first official motorcycle and which Ill be getting my license on and riding as often as I can lol. anyone have a comment on whats best to get replaced first as it is a 41 yr old bike now, as in fuses and other parts that are known to go bad on these things. oddly enough its exactly one month younger than I am so Im thrilled with owning something literally my own age, the headlight has just gone out today and I still need to replace a tube and do an oil change. thios video is making me itch with the riding fever and Im ecstatic as I watch you ride this thing lol
Yooo so this is my first clutch bike and I’m amazed how easy this thing can ride man. In love with it, super easy beginner bike too. Thanks for putting me on man!!
It's a great bike. Light, so it's pretty fun. It's not fun at all with the stock handlebars though. I have a cm450 and it really came to life when I stuck some Daytona handlebars on it. The original handlebars are not fun for riding the bike, but they are also comfortable
I'm looking at a '79 cm400t this Friday. New rider, just finishing MST. Not sure about this. I could do a late 2000s Ninja 250 - and there are lots of them on the used market - but I'm an older dude and leaning forward on a sports bike is hard on my back. I really don't know if buying this antique is a smart move. I just want a reliable bike to get around town. And I don't want to spend more time tinkering with it than riding. But I will look it over and give it a test ride.
Old bikes require some tinkering though. it's a good bike and honda is one of the most reliable brands but in your case I would suggest getting something newer within years 2000-2015. they run very good and less tinkering and doesn't cost much at all. Thanks for watching
I've often wondered if a oil cooler would help my 1981 400CM bike? They put one on the 1982 450 so that's why I'm wondering. Not finding any after market ones but I do maintain my bike with oil changes so maybe a cooler isn't needed? Any thoughts?
I have no idea sorry. I don’t own the CM400 and also I’m very very bad at being a mechanic. You should ask the question to a Honda workshop or a Honda forum. Good luck and thanks for watching. Please subscribe to my channel and help me reach 100.000 subscribers :)
Loved the video! I thought this video was shot a decade ago, which in my opinion is a good thing. It somehow works. Thank you for recommending this bike. I got my motorcycle endorsement and can't wait to make some money to buy a motorcycle. What is the fuel consumption on this one?🙌🏾
I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed my video =) Congrats on your license! Fuel comsumption for most bikes are around 0.5 liters / 10 km So i'm guessing its around there. You can google the specs online, but when it comes to fuel numbers, It very much depends on the rider and how good / fuel efficient he rides. I've had bikes that were known for being thirsty but for me the numbers wasn't near that because I usually ride a certain way which doesn't demand as much fuel. Thanks for watching Bryan. Please subscribe to support me and my channel =)
I have a blue 1981 CM400T. It has about 14,000 miles on it. I bought it new in 1983 from John Bryan in North Olmsted Ohio. I paid the sticker price of $1500. Everything is ok except I burned the stator up slightly, now the head light doesn't work. I tried to get another one but Honda had just quit making stators for that model 3 months prior. So that was 4 or 5 years ago. Now I have carpel tunnel, and hands go numb when I ride it.
I’m sorry to hear about your hands. Wow you had that bike for long. What a great bike indeed and thanks for watching and for sharing your story. I love to get comments like yours.
Actually the bike in purple rain was a cm400a . Prince loved riding bikes but he didn’t feel comfortable shifting bikes . So they found a cm400 automatic for him to ride in the movie .
The Honda CM 400 A top speed is 149.7 km/h (93.0 mph) (according to google, I don't own the bike in the video) Thanks for watching and please subscribe to help me build my channel.
Days ago I had a cm400 barn find and it was gifted to me. Got a rider license but haven't been riding in two decades. Should I keep it, breath some new live into it, restore it and get back into a saddle? Or do you think I won't really enjoy it/not worth the hassle? Got a good place to order replacement parts or any advice for me? Would be very welcome
Keep it and restore it. Do not sell it. Ever. You will regret it later. Don’t know where u can get parts. I’m from Sweden so.... but shouldn’t be too hard to find. Thanks for watching
@@Darkvisor thanks. Will heed your advice and try to get it back to it's former glory. Am also from europe. Already found the original workshop manuals. Anything special I should be aware of during the restoration process, or must have quality of life modification while I am it?
@@alexp9781 I have zero knowledge about fixing bikes honestly. I ride them, that's about it hehe But I'd say: Do whatever YOU feel like when it comes to modding. I have an SR400 and I've seen people online modding them into anything from scramblers to choppers.... If I had a CM400 I would, like I say in the video, change the handlebar to something more straighter.... go nuts man! =)
That was an excellent video. In my collection I have 'a lot' of early small capacity Hondas as well as the bigger fours, 125 to 450 twins and 350 to 500 fours and have always regarded the smaller cc bikes as the 'nicest' bikes to ride in terms of reliability, build quality and most importantly comfortable predictable handling and braking. Funnily enough I still use a 1979 CB400T as a hack to get to my storage units etc. It has the same engine as the CM, is still totally reliable at 115,000+ miles and performance is still excellent in modern traffic. I have only ever serviced it (every 5K), changed tyres and brake pads/shoes and coated the inside of the tank to stop corrosion. Of all the carburettor engines, I have never had problems with the Hondas unlike most others as just an occasional spray with Gumout or similar keeps them clear. As you say, a great bike for new riders plus still makes old gits like me smile 😄
Thank you Paul.
Thank you for sharing your info about the bikes. Extra info for those who are interested =)
I pinned your comment.
This takes me back to my college days in the early 90s. I bought a '79 CM400T from a friend of my father's for $400. It had hard case saddlebags & a 3/4 fairing up front w/ a CB radio and cassette player. Looked like a mini-Goldwing. I stripped off all the accessories except the hard-side saddlebags, put some low-rise handlebars on and the bike became my daily commuter throughout college and several years after. I rode that thing through heat, rain, and snow, off-road fishing trips, dates, and solo road trips. That thing was indestructible and so damn reliable. I finally sold it to a guy buying his first mc for $1200. It had 89K miles on it without complaint.
Damn... What a story! Honda sure knows how to make reliable bikes!
Thanks for watching and for making a comment Bill
Funny - my first bike was an 81 Cm400T. And I, too, kept adding stuff to it. There was little after market stuff so I wrote scour the junkyards for stuff that would fit. I added highway bars and pegs, a rear hard case and windshield... The local Honda dealership called it my Copper Wing
The exhaust sound on this bike was a pleasure to the ears with every shift of the gears Up or Down.👍😀
Thanks for watching Ron 🙂👍
Wow, I had one in the 80's as my first motorcycle and loved it. Great to see such a well-preserved today.
sure is an awesome bike =)
Thanks for watching
It was my first motorbike in 1990. Belonged to my father since 1980 but he did not use it. I had other bikes after but I still keep it in my garage. I found it pretty fast in acceleration and a fun to drive, at the beginning of my riding experience. I used to go on trips with plastic bottles filled with fuels in my back lack. I could drive around 110 km with a full tank so, after 60 km,I had to start looking for a petrol station. That was a nightmare. Very comfortable on the straight and a pleasure to be parked in town when you move away and turn your head for a look and say: she is so beautiful! In serpentine roads was acceptable if the pavement was smooth. Bumpy toads with turns needed careful driving for the stability of the rear, if you drove relatively fast.
Thanks for your comment. I love to get comments like yours. =)
Sure is a great bike!!
Thanks for watching
One of the first almost new bikes I bought - from a friend back in 1984 who bought it new and only had about 1500 miles on it.
It was a 1982 CM400 same red and magenta as in the video - I was 22 and loved that bike!! I was still paying for flying lessons and couldn't afford a car. I sold it in 1987 for $750 still in pristine condition (I was then married, worked for a major airline, owned a home and used the money to buy a used freezer and a membership to a racquetball club - my total domestication was complete). Thanks for the wonderful memories!!
Thanks for watching and for sharing your story with your old CM400. =)
Take care Shannon
Yeah you got domesticated! We used to call it ( pussi-whipped!)
'81 CM400E was my very first street bike and l loved it. I consistently got 81 mpg. I put about 7,500 miles on it, then bought a fully dressed GL500 Honda SilverWing. That was 35 years ago...
Last week l bought my 3rd Honda - a 1994 Pacific Coast 800.
I will never forget the CM400E though and how much joy it brought me
Awesome. You never forget your first love =)
Thanks for watching and for sharing your story.
Wow, Lawrence, our minds really run together. LOL I have owned a Honda CM450E, 2 different Honda GL500's and still now have a 1997 Pacific Coast that I have owned for 12 years. That PC is my most favorite motorcycle that I have ever owned in 55 years. It is such a beautifully quiet gorgeous motorcycle to ride. I have always enjoyed trading rides and trying out friend's bikes. Once I got the PC that all changed as I am always reasonably certain that I am already riding the nicest bike. LOL
You can add me to the "owned both a '81 cm400 and a '97 PC800" club.
Wish I had 'em both back. They were probably the most reliable transportation I ever owned. And the cheapest to operate as well.
( $6 to fill the pc800's tank at the time, then ride it all week. )
I have a cb400a and a cm400e.
Y'all want one that runs but needs a carb rebuild and cosmetic work I would sell it cheap. I just got in a bad car wreck and can't rebuild the carbs right now. I can hardly drive. A car.
My 1st bike! Same year n everything! Still own it today 20yrs later. Now have a busa but still got love for that honda!
Yeah these old bikes are still awesome!
Thanks for watching
Last fall I bought my friend's grandpa's 81 cm400 Custom for 100 dollars because of health issues. It's my first bike and after spending the winter fixing it up, I finally got to start riding it this summer. It had this giant aftermarket windshield that I recently removed because it's shape would warp whatever was in front of me. I love this bike and it's been an awesome introduction to riding for me. The handlebars are something of note as you mentioned; they have a cruiser stance to them even though it's more of a cafe racer. Love the video!
Thanks for watching. I'm happy that you enjoyed my video. sure is a great bike overall =)
I remember this bike well. I bought my 1981 CMT400 Honda which was new and what a joy to ride. It was Blue with lots of chrome. I loved the step up seat for two and step back handlebars which made it very comfortable for longer rides. My first bike I’ve ever owned with mag wheels. I traded in my 1976 Honda CB 360 L for it. The 400 cc was probably one of the best bikes I’ve ever owned and now wished I still owned or could find.❤️👍
I've gotten comments now from many with the blue color. I would prefer the blue over the red.
Sure is a great bike and thanks for watching and for sharing your story Ron
Just got a 1980 CM400T. Memories shall be made! That Prince tie-in to this bike is an amazing piece of trivia that endears this machine to me even more.
Congratulations! Have fun and ride safe!
Thanks for watching
Nice! Great to see one of those running and going down the road. My Dad bought a new CM400C in 1980 and I rode on it with him for several years when I was a little kid. Great memories, and I thought that bike was so cool! I still remember the day he brought it home from the Honda shop in Dallas.
Thanks for watching Trevor
Just got a Cm400E a few months back as my second bike for a song in almost mint condition cleaned the carbs and changed fluids put a battery in and she fired right up can’t wait to ride it this spring
Sounds like a Honda.
Reliable and starts right away! 😀👍
Thanks for watching Paul
I have a 79 CB400T....very similar. I restored it from the frame up. Love riding it.
Sounds awesome.
Thanks for watching mr Hess
Great vid mate. Just yesterday, it was my 62nd birthday, I bought a 1979, 400 t
With 10,600 miles and in excellent condition. I just cant wait for winter to clear out and piss off back to the other side of the planet.
Congratulations buddy and also congrats to your “new” bike. Yeah same here, it’s a long winter ❄️
Hopefully we will have a warm spring 😁
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Had one in college, favorite of all time!
Thanks for watching
My sister just gave me a cm400t because I needed good transportation. Was worried about messing the bike up because of how different a smaller engine like a 400 is to say a 1600. To say the least this little bike gets me to where I need to be and in good time!
Thanks for watching Nik
I’m currently 68 yrs old and bought a new scooter . It is a 2022 Honda ADV 150 which is water- cooled and automatic twist and go. I couldn’t be happier with my choice. It will go up to 65 mph if needed and lots of storage room under seat. Currently have a little over 2,000 miles on it . Gas mileage averages about 108 mpg so far with my riding habits.👍😀
two wheels and a motor is all we really need... =)
Thanks for watching Ron
My first bike, brings back memories.
Thanks for watching Dane
Love vintage Honda motorcycles. I picked up a 83 V65 Magna that I plan on making ridable. I posted a video on my channel when I got it.
Really appreciate the history lesson this video provides.
Sounds awesome! I'll check out your video! =)
Thanks for watching and I'm happy that you enjoyed it
My first motorcycle was a 1981 Honda CM400C. It was a very good motorcycle. I had it for one year and left it behind when I separated from my first wife. I had a blast ringing that little 400 out to red line in every gear. Even with the way the way that I rode it, the motorcycle still managed to get 60 MPG. Last I heard, my Ex gave the motorcycle away to someone who needed it for the parts. :(
I'm sorry for your loss... not the wife but the bike 😉
Thanks for watching my video and for making a comment =)
I wonder if 70mpg is possible if ill ever get one
This was my first bike! Mine was the two tone blue model, bought it at the age of 14 and rode it in the hay fields behind our house. I actually owned a motorcycle before I bought my first truck at 16. It had 1400 miles on it and got it from the original owner, I paid $700 for it and it took me and my girlfriend now wife all over Michigan. Brings back a lot of fun memories of getting started riding. 👍
Nice story Jim =)
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I’m so happy to watch this video. I’m going to try and buy one of these from my uncle here soon. I just bought an ‘85 Nighthawk CB650 and I’d love to add an ‘81 Hondamatic CM400 to the club. I just cleaned out the carbs on my Nighthawk and am working on restoring the entire bike, along with the Hondamatic once I get it. Thank you so much for the video, I’d love to see one this detailed and with so much info on a Nighthawk! Gave me a bunch of specs I’d like to know before restoring the Hondamatic.
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This just about sealed it for me - found a nice 81 CM400 for sale for my first bike and I think I'm gonna buy it now. Also, LOL at the "cooling system: air" spec
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Buy it and don't sell it.... ever! You will regret it if you do. I've gotten so many comments from people saying they regretted selling theirs =)
Yeah most bikes are either air or water/oiled cooled. I always list that specs in my videos =)
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Just love the old bikes keeps it real,.. thanks
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I have the exact same bike. The one thing that impresses me about them is how quickly they fire up. Seems like a half turn of the starter and it fires right up.
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That sounds better than it has any right to sound :D
Man, I'd love to ride something classic one day. The oldest bike I've ridden was my first bike and it was a 2003 CB600f Hornet, so not really a "classic" bike. I would love to know how bikes used to feel like back then. Especially a bike like this one, that was born the same year as me XD
Ah yeah they do feel very nice. You can find old Honda CBxxx on the used market for like 2000 euro. from the 70-80s. Perfect for the store or beach/whatever. I hope you will find one to test soon. Thanks for watching!
Well where do you live near? If you're close I'll let you ride my 1985 cb650sc :)
@@clintbeeler5069 I live in Sweden =)
The sound of this twin 400 cc engine is incredible shifting Thu the gears. I remember it well.👍
This bike brings back memories of when I used to own a 1981 Honda Nighthawk 750 😁👍🍻
Ah such a cool motorcycle that is also!
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5:42 I bought my Honda CM400E when I was 16 about a year ago. And I just today bought ANOTHER to help restore my original. But with my original bike one of the previous owners had painted it a rally cool lime and dark green theme. I later joined a group for riders in my city and so happened the previous owner commented saying she also had a CM400 and sent a picture of the exact bike. So I found one of the original owners and they actually were the ones to paint it green!
Ah nice and cool paint job!!
Thanks for sharing your story. It’s a small world out there.
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Nice video👍🏻 I have a 1984 Honda CM400T Custom (beside a small windscreen its fully stock and original) I live in Denmark and I have been in Nordcap AND in Malaga when I was a hole lot younger😂 on that little thing. On the backroads and on the German autobahn and never had any problem what so ever. GPS topspeed is 150 km/h and up to 120km/h it fine, above that it gets a little windy. The fueltank holds 13 Liter incl 2 liter reserve. The average km per Liter is 19,5 (5,2 Liter per 100 km) The small fueltank can be a problem on the backroads in Sweden and Norway, but i keep two 2 liter fuel reserve cans in the sattlebacks. Best regards from Denmark.
Thanks for watching and for sharing more details about the bike. It's a honda, they were made to last. Never had any problems with a honda really =)
Take care =)
Just spent the winter rebuilding a cm 400c. Just need to tightion the cam chain and tune carbs then I’m ready!! Had to put a heli coil in the spark plug hole and install new pistons. I’m excited to ride
Ooooh nice! Good luck with your restoration and enjoy riding when its done!
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I had the same exact bike bought new in 1981. Same color. My wife and I used to do day trips and trips to the pizza shop etc. Very reliable and smooth. It was much nicer than my previous bike. A 1972 CB350 which was very buzzy. That on looks to be in very good condition given its age. Now, after many years of not riding, I have a 2022 Kawasaki W800 in red. Very nice bike.
Bob in Ontario, Canada
The W800 is a very nice bike! Good choice sir...
I have a test ride video of one on my channel.
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@@Darkvisor I saw that W800 video. Straight to the point and accurate review. I take it you are in Sweden. My grand parents were emigrants to Canada from Denmark(Just around the corner from you)around 1920. Keep up the good videos.
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Your last name is almost the most common danish name so there's no denying your danish heritage =)
Yes I am from sweden, never been to denmark though, I only live a few hours from denmark tho... one day perhaps! @@Bob-xc2us
The very first vehicle I ever owned was an 81 CM400. I saved up two paychecks from myvdishwashing job when I was 16 and bought it from an old man. Tht was back in 91. I rode that bike to school through rain, sleet and snow for 2 years before I finally bought my first car.
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The larger bikes feel more solid and grounded, but smaller bikes, the weight and the handling make them far more fun to ride. I do alot of around town riding and hands down these 400lb bikes are the best
I can only agree! :)
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Born in '65, my first street bike was Honda CM400T. Big chain but stretched it anyway. T was for touring. Small tank & living in N.W. Big Sky Country meant running out between stations. Never knew exactly what made it touring. No windshield, ferring, cruise control, lumbar support. Just looked and felt great to Cafe. I moved up & ride motorcycle number 14 currently, '05 FLHPI. Took it accross U.S. last summer.
Hehe well back then the "touring" bikes weren't as touring as todays bikes. Just look at the old Honda GL1000 Goldwing. =)
bike number 14.... sounds good 👍 sounds like you have had loads of fun on the roads and being able to ride so many bikes. Gives great experience.
I'm only on my 5th bike but have test ridden now over 130 different bikes =)
I have this old video that you might like: ua-cam.com/video/RptItg2jKcA/v-deo.html
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@Dark Visor Great. THANKS- I'll definitely check that out. My two wheels trek began with another Montana boy: Evel Knevel.
My first bike.At 16. In 1989. Now 50. I ride an r6 and think about the 12 bikes I've had between these 2. Many miles. Many good times.
You always remember your first... :)
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My first bike. Was a great summer.
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I have a cm400 custom and I absolutely love it it’s currently in the shop getting a new rear tire and the front brakes fixed kept locking up on me 😔 only thing (custom )I’m doing to mine is switching the bars.
sounds good. what type of bars did you go with?
I owned a new 1981 CMT 400 Honda which was one of the best bikes I’ve ever owned.
I'm happy to hear that, sure is a great bike! =)
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@@DarkvisorThe sound of this bike brings back great memories. I’m currently 69 yrs old.👍
@@ronsteitz4535 69 years young you mean ;)
just grabbed a black 79 400T. Really stolked!
Have yet to ride it, other then test driving slowly and inspecting.
Thanks for the thorough review!
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My first street bike was a 1981 Honda CM400E. Nice little bike.
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Picked up a '80 cm400e back in May. Slowly but surely getting it restored and I'm hoping to get it road worthy by spring. It's my first bike too!!
Sounds good. It’s an awesome bike so you’re off to a great start.
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love this bike had one in high school wish i had another one
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I'm restoring my Dad's CM400T for my first bike. He's had it for like 35 years but it has been garage kept and not run in at least 20 years.
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Cool bike🔥🔥
Nice Vid DV, ride safe!
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My bike in 1980, and I’m a girl. Loved the burgundy and pink stripes. Rode down the LA Freeways and got the best parking at CSUN. Had CM400T
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Sick bike! I'd love to own it 😄 looks powerful and strong. Great video bro love the content 🤙🤙
Yeah it was pretty strong for being a 400 cc
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Just bought the cm400e as first bike. I put some dirt bike bars on it, really fun
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Excellent machine. Thanks!
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Just got one of these, a custom model.
It's original, was thinking of making a cafe racer but now i consider to keep it originally. Nice vid and nice bike!
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Beautiful bike. My first street bike was a 1982 Honda CM400E . The first long trip for me I rode up to the mountains here in West Virginia. Totally a blast. Until I stopped at a friend's and sat down in a chair. Certain body parts that were numb started waking up painfully. Would have been nice if someone would have warned my about it. Lol.. when I got ride of my bike it had less than 4000 miles on it. I did something stupid I was 21 years old. Had a freak hot day in the winter and you can't keep a guy from riding . right? I was feeling alive passed a friend fast and Karma is a Bitch! I hit some cinders they put on the rode because it had snowed a few day's earlier. Yep you guessed it I put my bike down. I was damn lucky. I rode my bike home. Dumbest thing I did was not keeping my bike. Stay safe out there friend.
Ouch. Yeah I learned the hard way not to ride when I was a kid on my bmx. I slipped on some ice and hurt like hell, since then I never got on two wheels when it's winter =P
I'm happy to hear that you didn't got hurt!
Yeah sometimes we regret selling off things we really like. Maybe one day you will find one to buy again ;)
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Yeah, straight handle bars would do great I guess
Great video!
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Got a CB400n Myself, but its the same engine and frame. love the pull on these bikes. nice torque, not that powerful but a fun ride in twists.
Yeah sometimes less is more. Very nice bikes to ride around just enjoying life on!
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I had exactly the same bike only in the 250 format, but it was physically the same bike
but with sleeved down bores to make it a 250 for the UK "Learner Market" It felt big
for a 250 and was roughly the same weight as the 400. But it was a real "Eye catcher"
but not suited to our narrow winding roads, and sat bolt upright, you felt uncomfortable
at anything over 45mph. But I loved the bike, and having both the Dream "Hawk" and
SuperDream "SuperHawak" as known in the US. I would love to own any of them now.
As I am an old man in my mid 60's. Aah Great Days when I was in my youth.
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Nice
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Great exhaust note for a little 400 twin, reminds me of the Volkswagen boxer 4, I’m hoping to buy one of these bikes this weekend.
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My first bike was the same bike same colour in 1980 l bought it brand new for 2235 dollars taxes in in Nova Scotia Canada I loved it i was 16 years old and road it a lot i liked it so much that i bought an exact same one second hand when i was 35 years old Now i ride a Suzuki Marauder Still enjoy the freedom Cheers
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I have straighter handlebars on my 1981 CM400T and they're way more comfortable and I feel more in control with them!
yeah I prefer those also. Never tried this bike with one though. I bet they feel nice! =)
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Love it, I own an 1981 cm400a
Awesome
Sure is a great bike.
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It sounds GOOD
Sure sounds good 👍
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Love my Honda 1980 cent 400
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Lovely looking bike! Great video. Thanks for the entertainment during lunchtime 😁🤙
Glad I could help! =)
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Lol 👌
I just bought a blue one with 6K mils on it from the original owner. Still has the Original tires.
Damn. Change the tires man hehe
But yeah, great bike and Thanks for watching
Retros do sound great... 💕 Nice video
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Excellente aptitude à monter dans les tours.tout Honda, ça.
Merci d'avoir regardé ma vidéo, pensez à me soutenir ainsi que mon travail en vous abonnant à ma chaîne. =)
I feel like I'm getting old LOL great bike good video thumbs up catch you later brother
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I just got a Mint 1980 Honda CM400T motorcycle from my dad, hes been wanting to go on rides that are much further than we are capable of now, We ride on Clones of the old Honda Passports, 125cc engines from China. average about 150 miles a ride when we go out on them. Its the Red version of the CM400s that I have and cnt wait to get it ready to ride, itll be my first official motorcycle and which Ill be getting my license on and riding as often as I can lol. anyone have a comment on whats best to get replaced first as it is a 41 yr old bike now, as in fuses and other parts that are known to go bad on these things. oddly enough its exactly one month younger than I am so Im thrilled with owning something literally my own age, the headlight has just gone out today and I still need to replace a tube and do an oil change. thios video is making me itch with the riding fever and Im ecstatic as I watch you ride this thing lol
Your comment got lost but thanks for watching brother
I’m getting this bike tomorrow!
nice! and congrats! sure is a great bike
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Yep came with straight bars too, much love man. 👍👍
@@testerbois5993 nice! enjoy buddy!
Yooo so this is my first clutch bike and I’m amazed how easy this thing can ride man. In love with it, super easy beginner bike too. Thanks for putting me on man!!
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Very cool bike and cool clip
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I bought one of these Honda CMT400 new in 1981 in Blue. Beautiful bike never should of sold it.🤔
yeah I've gotten many similar comments now... some thing shouldn't be sold, only put into the garage for a later sunny day =)
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There awesome beginner bikes!!! I still have mine and I been riding it for 3 years now.. it’s slow as a dog tho but fun to ride !
Totally agree. Not on the slow part though. I’ve ridden slower bikes 😆
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Sweet ride
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Super machine...❤
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It's a great bike. Light, so it's pretty fun. It's not fun at all with the stock handlebars though. I have a cm450 and it really came to life when I stuck some Daytona handlebars on it.
The original handlebars are not fun for riding the bike, but they are also comfortable
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I’m watching this video because there’s one for sale in my area I’m used to riding Ebikes but now I want to move up an be street legal I can’t wait !!
Nice. It's a great bike!
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Ive been looking around for a cheap older cruiser bike and i think this is the one. Ive never been ona bike and this seems like a good start
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I own it, but i've the green version, very cool bike!
Thanks for watching! It's a cool bike indeed! Green sounds really cool too =)
Yeah I have two 1981 CM 400 E & CM 400 T I love to Ride 2 Bike very Light in easy to Repair..
Thanks for watching. Sure is a great bike
I'm looking at a '79 cm400t this Friday. New rider, just finishing MST. Not sure about this. I could do a late 2000s Ninja 250 - and there are lots of them on the used market - but I'm an older dude and leaning forward on a sports bike is hard on my back. I really don't know if buying this antique is a smart move. I just want a reliable bike to get around town. And I don't want to spend more time tinkering with it than riding. But I will look it over and give it a test ride.
Old bikes require some tinkering though.
it's a good bike and honda is one of the most reliable brands but in your case I would suggest getting something newer within years 2000-2015.
they run very good and less tinkering and doesn't cost much at all.
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Excelenteeeeeeee 🙏🥹❤️
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i have one its a good bike just have to start replacing parts lol but its my first bike and i still have it good video
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I've often wondered if a oil cooler would help my 1981 400CM bike? They put one on the 1982 450 so that's why I'm wondering. Not finding any after market ones but I do maintain my bike with oil changes so maybe a cooler isn't needed? Any thoughts?
I have no idea sorry. I don’t own the CM400 and also I’m very very bad at being a mechanic. You should ask the question to a Honda workshop or a Honda forum.
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Good keep it up bro😘
Thank you bro!
Salaam
Loved the video! I thought this video was shot a decade ago, which in my opinion is a good thing. It somehow works. Thank you for recommending this bike. I got my motorcycle endorsement and can't wait to make some money to buy a motorcycle. What is the fuel consumption on this one?🙌🏾
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Congrats on your license!
Fuel comsumption for most bikes are around 0.5 liters / 10 km
So i'm guessing its around there. You can google the specs online, but when it comes to fuel numbers, It very much depends on the rider and how good / fuel efficient he rides.
I've had bikes that were known for being thirsty but for me the numbers wasn't near that because I usually ride a certain way which doesn't demand as much fuel.
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Que máquina hermosa
Gracias por ver amigo
Just picked one up for 50$ it's basically a rolling frame with straight bars motor and harness
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I like how you hid the speedo once you got going lol
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I have a blue 1981 CM400T. It has about 14,000 miles on it. I bought it new in 1983 from John Bryan in North Olmsted Ohio. I paid the sticker price of $1500. Everything is ok except I burned the stator up slightly, now the head light doesn't work. I tried to get another one but Honda had just quit making stators for that model 3 months prior. So that was 4 or 5 years ago. Now I have carpel tunnel, and hands go numb when I ride it.
I’m sorry to hear about your hands.
Wow you had that bike for long. What a great bike indeed and thanks for watching and for sharing your story. I love to get comments like yours.
Hello Dark Visor my friend
Hello there! =)
Actually the bike in purple rain was a cm400a . Prince loved riding bikes but he didn’t feel comfortable shifting bikes . So they found a cm400 automatic for him to ride in the movie .
Wow thanks for the correction :)
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@@Darkvisor no problem , I have a cm400c and was surprised when I found out he rode an automatic in the movie .
old bike old design nostalgia!!
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beautiful voice
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Hey there, great video.
What is the top speed of your bike?
The Honda CM 400 A top speed is 149.7 km/h (93.0 mph)
(according to google, I don't own the bike in the video)
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Tuaan motor ente ama ane tuh bang 😁 tapi masih uokeh 👌
itu bukan sepeda saya, saya hanya menguji mengendarainya. sepeda ini dari tahun 1981
terima kasih mondar-mandir memperhatikan saudara
My uncle had one with green color back then in 1982-1984. But suddenly he rode bicycle after he sold that bike. Rough time I guess.
I still remember riding it on the back. My uncle drove too fast for 6 year old me.
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What tires are you using? I’m finding out that the rear tires are a little more difficult to find due to the “vintage size”. Thank you
It's not my bike in the video. Just test rode it.
Sorry I can't help
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I have had it too, but i think mines had a 18 liters Tank. May be?
MIght be so yeah
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Days ago I had a cm400 barn find and it was gifted to me. Got a rider license but haven't been riding in two decades. Should I keep it, breath some new live into it, restore it and get back into a saddle? Or do you think I won't really enjoy it/not worth the hassle? Got a good place to order replacement parts or any advice for me? Would be very welcome
Keep it and restore it. Do not sell it. Ever. You will regret it later.
Don’t know where u can get parts. I’m from Sweden so.... but shouldn’t be too hard to find.
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@@Darkvisor thanks. Will heed your advice and try to get it back to it's former glory. Am also from europe. Already found the original workshop manuals. Anything special I should be aware of during the restoration process, or must have quality of life modification while I am it?
@@alexp9781 I have zero knowledge about fixing bikes honestly. I ride them, that's about it hehe
But I'd say: Do whatever YOU feel like when it comes to modding. I have an SR400 and I've seen people online modding them into anything from scramblers to choppers....
If I had a CM400 I would, like I say in the video, change the handlebar to something more straighter....
go nuts man! =)