Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1974 Honda CB400/ 4
No Reserve
Registration No: JTL 700N
Frame No: CB400F-1026555
MOT: Exempt
Comprehensive restoration completed approximately six years ago
Combines classic styling with proven reliability
Opportunity for straightforward recommissioning
Introduced in 1974, the Honda CB400/ 4 was developed as a smaller-capacity counterpart to the highly successful CB750, offering similar refinement and four-cylinder sophistication in a more compact and accessible package. Powered by a 408cc air-cooled inline four, the CB400/ 4 was praised in period for its smooth power delivery, mechanical reliability, and high-quality engineering, qualities that helped cement Honda’s reputation for technically advanced and dependable motorcycles. Featuring overhead camshaft valve gear, electric start, and distinctive four-into-one exhaust styling, the model appealed to riders seeking multi-cylinder performance with everyday usability. Today, the CB400/ 4 is increasingly appreciated as one of the most elegant and well-engineered middleweight motorcycles of the 1970s, combining classic styling with Honda’s hallmark durability.
This Honda CB400/ 4 was the subject of a comprehensive restoration approximately six years ago and is reported to have covered around 1, 000 miles since completion. The work included a full engine overhaul, with extensive video documentation and evidence of numerous new components fitted during the process.
Following completion, the motorcycle has been stored in a warm, dry garage for an extended period. As a result of storage, the fuel pipes are noted as having hardened, and the machine will require a degree of recommissioning to return it to running order.
Overall, this CB400/ 4 represents a recently restored example with limited post-restoration use, offered as a light recommissioning opportunity rather than a major project, and is accompanied by supporting visual documentation of the restoration work carried out.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
