Naked Motorcycles
1989Honda CB-1
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The 1989 Honda CB-1 is a naked inline-four roadster for riders who want a revvy, nimble 400. Its 399cc liquid-cooled engine makes 55.2 hp, with a 193 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 399.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 55.2 HP (41.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a compact naked sportbike, it rewards spirited cornering and quick direction changes over outright straight-line speed.
- Built for
- It has the character of a screaming, revvy inline-four packaged into a nimble, minimalist naked bike from the late 1980s Japanese sport scene.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for riders wanting strong highway passing power, long-distance comfort, or any off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 399.0 ccm
- Power
- 55.2 HP (41.2 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Bore x stroke
- 55.0 x 42.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 193.1 km/h (120.0 mph)
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- aluminium tubular
- Rear suspension
- monoshock
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
Other
- Color options
- red, black, blue
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1989 | 1991 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 399 cc | 399 cc |
| Fuel capacity | — | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB-1?
The 1989 Honda CB-1 has a Capacity of 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB-1 have?
The 1989 Honda CB-1 has a Power of 55.2 HP (41.2 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CB-1 have?
The 1989 Honda CB-1 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
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