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{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Honda CB400A matic | |||
|photo = Honda-CB400A--3.jpg | |||
|aka = Hondamatic | |||
|manufacturer = [[Honda]] | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 1978 - 1981 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = | |||
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|class = | |||
|engine = Air cooled, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 3 [[valve]] per cylinder | |||
|bore_stroke = | |||
|compression = 9.3:1 | |||
|top_speed = | |||
|power = | |||
|torque = | |||
|fuel_system = | |||
|ignition = CDI / | |||
|spark_plug = | |||
|battery = | |||
|transmission = | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: Telescopic forks <br> | |||
Rear: Dual EVO dampers with 5-way spring preload adjustment. | |||
|brakes =Front: Single 282mm disc <br>Rear: 153mm Drum | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|3.60 S19}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|4.10 S18}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = | |||
|length = | |||
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|dry_weight = | |||
|wet_weight = | |||
|fuel_capacity = 13 Liters | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|oil_filter = K&N KN-401 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
|related = [[Honda CB400F]]<br />[[Honda CB750A]] | |||
|competition = | |||
}} | |||
After the failure of its [[Honda CB750A|750 automatic]], [[Honda]] drew some lessons from the experience. There was nothing basically wrong with the idea, but the basic bike was overweight and too expensive, Potential customers were scared off by the excessive size of the machine and by the initial outlay, users who were former motorists were rut off by an appeal to their emotions. Out of this analysis came, in 1978, a new "semi-automatic" bike. | |||
[[Image:1978-Honda-CB400A-Blue-0.jpg|right|thumb|1978 Honda CB400A Hondamatic]] | [[Image:1978-Honda-CB400A-Blue-0.jpg|right|thumb|1978 Honda CB400A Hondamatic]] | ||
==Clutchless Gear Selector== | ==Clutchless Gear Selector== | ||
The 400A was closely related to the [[Honda CB400T|CB400T]] launched in 1978. But, the engine was detuned by some 10 [[horsepower]] so that it was better suited to a more relaxed mode of riding. The transmission worked on the same principal as that of the 750: A hydraulic converter allowed clutchless selection of a low speed -good for around 55 mph and giving good pickup, or a less responsive high speed. Naturally, a parking brake was provided, and it was impossible to start the engine with a gear engaged or the stand lowered. | The 400A was closely related to the [[Honda CB400T|CB400T]] launched in 1978. But, the engine was detuned by some 10 [[horsepower]] so that it was better suited to a more relaxed mode of riding. The transmission worked on the same principal as that of the 750: A hydraulic converter allowed clutchless selection of a low speed -good for around 55 mph and giving good pickup, or a less responsive high speed. Naturally, a parking brake was provided, and it was impossible to start the engine with a gear engaged or the stand lowered. | ||
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The Honda CM400A'81 Hondamatic 400 was sold in 1981. Two colors were available: Candy Bourgogne Red with Red Brown Metallic and Candy Sword Blue with Blue Gray Metallic. The pinstripes were gold. The speedometer had a 85 mph (135 kph) limit. The "CM400A" and "HONDA" emblems were gold. The engine was a 395cc 4-stroke OHC 3-valve parallel twin with two carburetors. The transmission was an automatic 2-speed with torque converter. The serial number began JH2NC02*7BM2000001. | The Honda CM400A'81 Hondamatic 400 was sold in 1981. Two colors were available: Candy Bourgogne Red with Red Brown Metallic and Candy Sword Blue with Blue Gray Metallic. The pinstripes were gold. The speedometer had a 85 mph (135 kph) limit. The "CM400A" and "HONDA" emblems were gold. The engine was a 395cc 4-stroke OHC 3-valve parallel twin with two carburetors. The transmission was an automatic 2-speed with torque converter. The serial number began JH2NC02*7BM2000001. | ||
== Photos == | |||
[[File:Honda-CB400A--3.jpg|600px|Honda CB400A matic]] | |||
[[File:Honda-CB400A--2.jpg|600px|Honda CB400A matic]] | |||
[[File:Honda-CB400A.jpg|600px|Honda CB400A matic]] | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
|- | |||
!Make Model | |||
|Honda CB 400A Hondamatic | |||
|- | |||
!Year | |||
|1978 | |||
|- | |||
!Engine Type | |||
|Air cooled, parallel twin cylinder, SOHC, 3 valve per cylinder | |||
|- | |||
!Displacement | |||
|395 | |||
|- | |||
!Bore X Stroke | |||
|70.5 x 50.6mm | |||
|- | |||
!Compression | |||
|9.3:1 | |||
|- | |||
!Induction | |||
|2x 32mm Keihin carbs | |||
|- | |||
!Ignition | |||
|CDI / | |||
|- | |||
!Max Power | |||
|26,8 HP @ 8000 rpm | |||
|- | |||
!Max Torque | |||
|21,39 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm | |||
|- | |||
!Transmission / Drive | |||
|2 Speed automatic | |||
|- | |||
!Front Suspension | |||
|Telescopic forks | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Suspension | |||
|Dual EVO dampers with 5-way spring preload adjustment. | |||
|- | |||
!Front Brakes | |||
|Single 282mm disc | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Brakes | |||
|153mm Drum | |||
|- | |||
!Front Tire | |||
|3.60 S19 | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Tire | |||
|4.10 S18 | |||
|- | |||
!Wet-weight | |||
|177 kg | |||
|- | |||
!Fuel Capacity | |||
|13 Liters | |||
|} | |||