Editing Honda PC800

{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} Pacific Coast: history, specs, pictures}}
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name             = '''Honda PC800'''
|image            =
|aka              = PC800 Pacific Coast, 
|manufacturer     = [[Honda]]
|parent_company   =
|production       = 1989 - 1999
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = [[Touring]]
|engine           = v2, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 79.5mm x 80.6mm
|compression      = 9:1
|top_speed        = 107 mph (172 km/h)
|power            = 55.79 HP (41.6 KW) @ 6500RPM
|torque           = 48.46 ft/lbs (65.7 Nm) @ 5500RPM
|fuel_system      = carburettor. two 34.2mm keihin cv
|ignition         = solid-state digital, dual spark plugs per cylinder
|spark_plug       = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR7EA-9}} '89-99
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YTX12-BS}} '89-99
|transmission     = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[shaft]] drive (cardan) <br>
Clutch: hydraulically actuated, multi-plate, wet [[clutch]] <br>

|frame            =
|suspension       =Front: 41mm <br>
Rear: dual shocks with four-way spring. preload adjust-ability
|brakes           =Front: double disc <br>Rear: expanding [[brake]] (drum brake)
|front_tire       = {{tire|120/80-17}} 
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|140/80-15}} 
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        = 61.18 inches (1554 mm)
|length           = 84.8 inches (2154 mm)
|width            = 30.71 inches (780 mm)
|height           =
|seat_height      = 30.0 inches (762 mm)
|dry_weight       = 600.98 pounds (272.6 Kg)
|wet_weight       = 286.2 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 4.2 Gallon (15.89 Liters)
|oil_capacity     =
|fuel_consumption = 4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
|turning_radius   =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}

The '''[[Honda]] PC800 Pacific Coast''' was a v2, [[four-stroke]] Touring [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] between 1989 and 1998. It could reach a top speed of 107 mph (172 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 48.46 ft/lbs (65.7 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 55.79 HP (41.6 KW) @ 6500 RPM.  

==Engine==
The engine was a [[liquid cooled]] v2, four-stroke. A 79.5mm [[bore]] x 80.6mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 798.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc).  

==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the hydraulicly actuated, multi-plate, wet clutch.  

==Chassis==
It came with a 120/80-17 front [[tire]] and a 140/80-16or15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a  41mm while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks with four-way spring. preload adjustability. The PC800 Pacific Coast was fitted with a 4.2 Gallon (15.89 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 600.98 pounds (272.6 Kg). The wheelbase was 61.18 inches (1554 mm) long.  


==History==
In the past half decade, the touring motorcyclists' love affair with [[Honda]]'s Gold Wing-and Silver Wing models has reached a high undreamed of in the past. The Gold Wing has come to symbolize a whole world of motorcycling, touring, and in fact, lifestyle. Little wonder then, that Honda would try to capitalize on its success by creating a modern sport-touring takeoff on the Gold Wing. Enter the '''Pacific Coast'''.
===Touring From Coast to Coast===
The most striking feature of the Pacific Coast was its flowing, full-enclosure bodywork that was designed to appeal to two different market sectors. On one hand, the bodywork covered all mechanicals, telling the new rider that here was a trustworthy motorcycle that never required you to get dirt under your Fingernails. On the other hand, the Faired body told tried-and-true riders that this was a sporting tourer -in the style of Honda's [[Honda CBR1000F|CBR1000]] and [[Honda CBR600F|CBR600]] Hurricanes.
===A Motorcycle Love Affair===
Launched in 1988, the PC800, as it was coded, found a market but it was never as large as Honda had wished for. The 800cc engine was seen as too small for serious touring, although no one complained about the shaft drive and rear seat that tilted forward to reveal a hidden luggage compartment like the trunk of a car. Like licorice, those who liked their Pacific Coast, truly loved them.


==1989==
[[Image:1989_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White1-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda PC800 in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White1-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda PC800 in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White2-0.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda PC800 in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White2-1.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda PC800 in White]]
[[Image:1989-Honda-PC800-White2-2.jpg|left|thumb|1989 Honda PC800 in White]]
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The PC800'89 was sold in 1989 and was available in one color scheme: Pearl Pacific White with Ocean Gray Metallic. It featured an underseat storage compartment. The engine was a 800cc SOHC 3-valve liquid-cooled V-twin linked to a 5-speed transmission and shaft drive. The serial number began JH2RC340*KM000015.

==1990==
[[Image:1990_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1990_honda_Pc800_1.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-0.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-1.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-2.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-3.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-4.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-5.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
[[Image:1990-Honda-PC800-Red-7653-6.jpg|left|thumb|1990 Honda PC800 in Red]]
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The PC800'90 was sold in 1990 and was available in one color scheme: Candy Glory Red with Griffin Gray Metallic. This year the whindshield was taller. The serial number began JH2RC340*LM100001.

==1994==
[[Image:1994_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1994-Honda-PC800-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
[[Image:1994-Honda-PC800-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
[[Image:1994-Honda-PC800-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
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*Engine: liquid cooled 45 degree V-twin
*Bore x stroke: 79.5mm x 80.6mm
*Displacement: 800cc 
*Carburetion:  Two 46mm [[diaphragm]]-type CV
*Transmission: Five speed, shaft drive
*Wheelbase:  61.2 inches (1554.5mm)
*Seat height: 30.1 inches (764.5mm)
*Fuel capacity:  4.2 gallons (15.9L)
*Claimed dry weight: 584.2 lbs (218.0kg)
*Measured wet weight: 640.0 lbs (238.8kg)
*Honda Service Manual Included


The PC800'94 was sold in 1994 and was available in one color: Black-Z. The serial number began JH2RC340*RM200010.

==1995==
[[Image:1995_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1995-Honda-PC800-Black-0.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
[[Image:1995-Honda-PC800-Black-1.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
[[Image:1995-Honda-PC800-Black-2.jpg|left|thumb|1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black]]
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The PC800'95 was sold in 1995 and was available in one color: Black-Z. The serial number began JH2RC340*SM300001.

==1996==
[[Image:1996_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1996-Honda-Pacific-Coast-PC800-Red-237-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1996-Honda-Pacific-Coast-PC800-Red-237-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1996-Honda-Pacific-Coast-PC800-Red-237-2.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1996-Honda-Pacific-Coast-PC800-Red-237-3.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1996-Honda-Pacific-Coast-PC800-Red-237-4.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red]]
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The PC800'96 was sold in 1996 and was available in one color: Magna Red. The serial number began JH2RC340*TM400001.

==1997==
[[Image:1997_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda Pacific Coast]]
[[Image:1997-Honda-PC800-Pacific-Coast-Red-8921-0.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1997-Honda-PC800-Pacific-Coast-Red-8921-1.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red]]
[[Image:1997-Honda-PC800-Pacific-Coast-Red-8921-2.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red]]
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The PC800'97 was sold in 1997 and was available in one color scheme: Magna Red with Ostrich Black. The front disc cover was deleted. A push to cancel turn signal control replaced the self-cancelling system. The serial number began JH2RC340*VM500001.

==1998==
[[Image:1998_honda_Pc800.jpg|left|thumb|1998 Honda Pacific Coast]]
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The PC800'98 was sold in 1998 and was available in one color: Magna Red. The serial number began JH2RC340*WM600001.


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==1989 - 1998 Honda PC 800 Pacific Coast==

The PC 800 Pacific Coast is a touring motorcycle produced by the famous Japanese manufacturer Honda, the bike being kept in production for 9 years, between 1989 and 1998.


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