Honda GL400
The Honda GL 400 was a Water cooled, V-twin, 4 stroke, 2 valves per cylinder Touring motorcycle produced by Honda in 1980. Max torque was 22.87 ft/lbs (31.0 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 9500 RPM.
Honda GL400 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 1978-79 |
Class | Touring |
Engine | Four stroke, longitudinal 80° V-twin cylinder, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods |
Bore / Stroke | 71.1mm x 71.1mm |
Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
Horsepower | 39.96 HP (29.8 KW) @ 9500RPM |
Torque | 22.87 ft/lbs (31.0 Nm) @ 7500RPM |
Fuel System | Carburetor |
Ignition | Transistor |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Dual chocks |
Brakes | Front: Single 275 mmdisc 1 piston caliper Rear: Drum |
Front Tire | 3.50S19-4PR |
Rear Tire | 3.75S18-4PR |
Weight | 200 kg / 440.9 lbs (dry), |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, longitudinal 80° V-twin cylinder, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods. The engine featured a 10.0:1 compression ratio.
Chassis
It came with a 3.50S19-4PR front tire and a 3.75S18-4PR rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 275 mmdisc 1 piston caliper in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual chocks. The GL400 was fitted with a 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 200 kg / 440.9 lbs.
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Overview
Honda GL 400
Make Model | Honda GL 400 |
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Year | 1978-79 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, longitudinal 80° V-twin cylinder, SOHC 4 valves per cylinder operated by pushrods |
Displacement | 396 |
Bore X Stroke | 73 х 47.4 mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 10.0:1 |
Induction | Carburetor |
Ignition | Transistor |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 40 hp / 29.8 kW @ 9500 rpm |
Max Torque | 32 Nm / 23.6 ft. lbs @ 7500 rpm |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain |
Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
Rear Suspension | Dual chocks |
Front Brakes | Single 275 mmdisc 1 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | Drum |
Front Tire | 3.50S19-4PR |
Rear Tire | 3.75S18-4PR |
Dry Weight | 200 kg / 440.9 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal |