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The Honda CM series all generally resembled the older-style flat-seat bikes like the [[Triumph Bonneville]], with the exception of a slightly raised passenger area seat and small plastic fairings for the battery and airbox. A "standard" motorcycle, it includes a center mounted shifter and rear brake, as well as mechanical front and rear drum brakes. Completing the spartan appearance, the CM400 series includes only a speedometer and three indicator lights (neutral, oil pressure, high beam). While not particularly powerful, the CM400 takes its style from the old [[Cafe Racer]]s, and its handling from more docile starter bikes. | The Honda CM series all generally resembled the older-style flat-seat bikes like the [[Triumph Bonneville]], with the exception of a slightly raised passenger area seat and small plastic fairings for the battery and airbox. A "standard" motorcycle, it includes a center mounted shifter and rear brake, as well as mechanical front and rear drum brakes. Completing the spartan appearance, the CM400 series includes only a speedometer and three indicator lights (neutral, oil pressure, high beam). While not particularly powerful, the CM400 takes its style from the old [[Cafe Racer]]s, and its handling from more docile starter bikes. | ||
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Revision as of 14:38, 4 August 2006
The Honda CM series was a street bike precursor to the Honda Nighthawk series of motorcycles. It had a 400cc parallel twin engine that was air cooled. Features included electric start.
The Honda CM series all generally resembled the older-style flat-seat bikes like the Triumph Bonneville, with the exception of a slightly raised passenger area seat and small plastic fairings for the battery and airbox. A "standard" motorcycle, it includes a center mounted shifter and rear brake, as well as mechanical front and rear drum brakes. Completing the spartan appearance, the CM400 series includes only a speedometer and three indicator lights (neutral, oil pressure, high beam). While not particularly powerful, the CM400 takes its style from the old Cafe Racers, and its handling from more docile starter bikes.
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