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2012Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor

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The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor is a half-faired version of Honda's popular CB400 Super Four. Its liquid-cooled 399cc inline four makes 52.3 hp at 10,500 rpm and 38 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS is optional, with a 755 mm seat and 18-litre tank.

Capacity
399.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
198.0 kg
Seat height
755 mm
Power
52.3 HP (38.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 52Agility 69Comfort 68Off-road 10Touring 55Road manners 78
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering70%
City riding70%
Daily riding75%
Touring55%
Two-up60%
Track45%
Best for
It's built as a classic all-rounder sport-standard, equally happy on a commute or a weekend backroad ride.
Built for
The bike has a refined, high-revving inline-four character with smooth power delivery and classic naked-sport styling.
Not ideal for
It's not the right choice for riders seeking high-speed touring comfort, off-road capability, or track-level outright performance.

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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At 755mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
399.0 ccm
Power
52.3 HP (38.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM
Torque
38.0 Nm (3.9 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2641 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
55.0 x 42.0 mm
Compression
9.8:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Electronic
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-plate coil spring
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1560 mm
Overall length
2040 mm
Overall height
1150 mm
Seat height
755 mm
Dry weight
198.0 kg
Fuel capacity
18.00 litres
Ground clearance
130 mm
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swing arm
Trail
90 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. Optional ABS
Front brakes diameter
285 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Rear brakes diameter
235 mm
ABS
Optional
Front tyre
120/60-ZR17
Rear tyre
160/60-ZR17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification 20112012201320142015
Capacity 399 cc 399 cc 399 cc 400 cc 399 cc
Dry weight 198 kg 198 kg 195 kg 195 kg 195 kg
Seat height 755 mm 755 mm 755 mm 755 mm 755 mm
Fuel capacity 18 L 18 L 18 L 18 L 18 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor?

The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor has a Capacity of 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor have?

The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor has a Power of 52.3 HP (38.5 kW) @ 10500 RPM.

How many gears does the Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor have?

The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor?

The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor has a Torque of 38.0 Nm (3.9 kgf-m or 28.0 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM.

How much does the Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor weigh?

The 2012 Honda CB400 Super Bol Dor has a Dry weight of 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds).

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