Sport Tourers
1983Honda CB1000C
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The 1983 Honda CB1000C is a sport touring middleweight powered by a 973cc inline-four producing 89 horsepower. Ideal for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and everyday practicality, it's known for its reliable air-cooled engine, smooth power delivery, and accessible handling characteristics that make it equally at home on spirited roads or longer distance tours.
- Capacity
- 973.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 276.7 kg
- Seat height
- 813 mm
- Power
- 89.0 HP (65.5 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an early-80s sport tourer, it favors relaxed high-speed cruising and long-distance comfort over sharp performance.
- Built for
- A smooth, torquey air-cooled four with shaft drive gives an unhurried, mechanical, old-school touring character rather than sporty urgency.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking nimble cornering, off-road capability, or a lightweight commuter bike.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 973.0 ccm
- Power
- 89.0 HP (65.5 kW)
- Torque
- 60.7 Nm (6.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3216 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 69.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet Sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Multi plate wet
Performance
- Top speed
- 196.3 km/h (122.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- swing arm, twin air/coil spring shocks
- Front wheel travel
- 160 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 99 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 29.0°
- Trail
- 99 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 274 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 295 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 140/90-16
Other
- Color options
- Black/silver Brown/Copper
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB1000C?
The 1983 Honda CB1000C has a Capacity of 973.0 ccm (59.38 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB1000C have?
The 1983 Honda CB1000C has a Power of 89.0 HP (65.5 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CB1000C have?
The 1983 Honda CB1000C has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CB1000C?
The 1983 Honda CB1000C has a Torque of 60.7 Nm (6.2 kgf-m or 44.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Honda CB1000C weigh?
The 1983 Honda CB1000C has a Wet weight of 276.7 kg (610.0 pounds).
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