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1996Honda CB400 Super Four
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The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four is a popular four-cylinder 400 in Japan, with 53 hp, a 755 mm seat and a 200 kg wet weight.
- Capacity
- 399.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
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- 200.0 kg
- Seat height
- 755 mm
- Power
- 53.0 HP (38.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for spirited street riding and weekend backroad carving where its high-revving four-cylinder character and light weight shine more than raw straight-line power.
- Built for
- It rewards riders who enjoy the mechanical sound and smoothness of a small-capacity inline-four spun to high RPM rather than short-shifting for low-end torque.
- Not ideal for
- This isn't the right bike for riders wanting effortless highway overtaking power or long-distance touring comfort with a passenger and luggage.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →41
out of 100Average
The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 77.8% of the time, 1.8 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 41% of models.
All years of this model: 44 / 100 (average) from 6,243 tests.
77.8%Passed first time
12.3%Failed outright
9.8%Fixed during test
33,000Typical miles
325Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
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27
38
47
51
41
74
44
75
72
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Against its rivals · ranks 3 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Enfield 350 Bullet | 75 Good | 8,617 |
| 2 | Royal Enfield Bullet 500 | 70 Good | 32,095 |
| 3 | Honda CB400 Super Four | 44 Average | 6,243 |
| 4 | Honda CB 500 | 41 Average | 45,647 |
| 5 | Yamaha SR 500 | 40 Average | 722 |
| 6 | Suzuki GS 500 E | 23 Below average | 5,550 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 399.0 ccm
- Power
- 53.0 HP (38.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 40.1 Nm (4.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2650 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 55.0 x 42.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multi-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Seat height
- 755 mm
- Wet weight
- 200.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 41mm Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm, Pro-link monoshock
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 2x 296mm discs 4 piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single 240mm disc 2 piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/80-18
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1992 | 1996 | 1998 | 2004 | 2014 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc | 399 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | 168 kg | — | 175 kg |
| Seat height | 755 mm | 755 mm | 755 mm | 760 mm | 755 mm | 755 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 27 Below average | 41 Average | 44 Average | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests |
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 Four?
The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four has a Capacity of 399.0 ccm (24.35 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB400 Super Four have?
The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four has a Power of 53.0 HP (38.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
What is the torque of the Honda CB400 Super Four?
The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four has a Torque of 40.1 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.6 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CB400 Super Four weigh?
The 1996 Honda CB400 Super Four has a Wet weight of 200.0 kg (440.9 pounds).
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