Honda PC800

Honda PC800

Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	PC800 Pacific Coast,
Production	1989 - 1999
Class	Touring
Engine	v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke	79.5mm x 80.6mm
Compression ratio	9:1
Top speed	107 mph (172 km/h)
Horse 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 type	solid-state digital, dual spark plugs per cylinder
Sparkplug	NGK DPR7EA-9 '89-99
Battery	YUASA YTX12-BS '89-99
Transmission	Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan) Clutch: hydraulically actuated, multi-plate, wet clutch
Suspension	Front: 41mm Rear: dual shocks with four-way spring. preload adjust-ability
Brakes	Front: double disc Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire	120/80-17
Rear Tire	140/80-15
Wheelbase	61.18 inches (1554 mm)
Dimensions	L 84.8 inches (2154 mm) W 30.71 inches (780 mm)
Seat height	30.0 inches (762 mm)
Weight	600.98 pounds (272.6 Kg) (dry), 286.2 kg (wet)
Fuel capacity	4.2 Gallon (15.89 Liters)
Fuel consumption	4.70 litres/100 km (21.3 km/l or 50.05 mpg)
Manuals	Service Manual
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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 CBR1000 and 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

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  1989 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White

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  1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White

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  1989 Honda Pacific Coast in White

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  1989 Honda PC800 in White

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  1989 Honda PC800 in White

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  1989 Honda PC800 in White

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  1989 Honda PC800 in White

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  1989 Honda PC800 in White

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

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  1990 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1990 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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  1990 Honda PC800 in Red

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

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  1994 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

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  1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

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  1994 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

• 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

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  1995 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

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  1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

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  1995 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Black

The PC800'95 was sold in 1995 and was available in one color: Black-Z. The serial number began JH2RC340*SM300001.

1996

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red

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  1996 Honda Pacific Coast (PC800) in Magna Red

The PC800'96 was sold in 1996 and was available in one color: Magna Red. The serial number began JH2RC340*TM400001.

1997

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  1997 Honda Pacific Coast

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  1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red

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  1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red

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  1997 Honda PC800 Pacific Coast in Magna Red

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

1998 Honda Pacific Coast

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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