Naked Motorcycles
1982Honda CM 450 Custom
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The 1982 Honda CM 450 Custom is a mid-sized naked bike designed for novice and casual riders seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Its air-cooled 447cc twin-cylinder engine delivers modest 37 horsepower with straightforward handling characteristics. Known for dependable everyday performance and low maintenance costs, it became a popular entry-level motorcycle for riders transitioning from smaller bikes.
- Capacity
- 447.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 37.0 HP (27.2 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a classic custom-styled cruiser meant for relaxed street riding rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- Expect a laid-back, air-cooled twin with modest power delivery, classic 1980s cruiser looks, and easygoing, unintimidating manners.
- Not ideal for
- It's not the right choice for riders wanting high-speed performance, aggressive cornering ability, or serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Range and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 447.0 ccm
- Power
- 37.0 HP (27.2 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 91 CO2 g/km
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.90 litres/100 km (25.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2126 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 50.6 mm
- Compression
- 9.1:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Overall length
- 2145 mm
- Overall width
- 855 mm
- Overall height
- 1180 mm
- Dry weight
- 174.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
- Seat height
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Rear suspension
- Adjustable telehydraulic shocks
- Rake (fork angle)
- 31.0°
- Trail
- 114 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 3.50S18-4PR
- Rear tyre
- 4.60S16-4PR
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CM 450 Custom?
The 1982 Honda CM 450 Custom has a Capacity of 447.0 ccm (27.28 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CM 450 Custom have?
The 1982 Honda CM 450 Custom has a Power of 37.0 HP (27.2 kW).
How much does the Honda CM 450 Custom weigh?
The 1982 Honda CM 450 Custom has a Dry weight of 174.0 kg (383.6 pounds).
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