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| {{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}}: history, specs, pictures}}
| | The '''Honda RVF400 ( NC35 )''' is a [[motorcycle]] introduced by [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] in [[1994]]. It finished production in [[1998]]. The RVF400 is the smaller sibling of [[Honda RVF750|RVF750 ( RC45 )]], as the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] was to the [[Honda_VFR750R|VFR750R ( RC30 )]] |
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| |name = Honda RVF 400R (NC35)
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| |photo = 1994_Honda_RVF400.jpg | |
| |aka = NC35
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| |manufacturer = Honda
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| |production = 1994
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| |predecessor = [[Honda VFR400]]
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| |class = Racing
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| |engine = Liquid cooled four stroke 90 degree V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
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| |bore_stroke = 53.3mm x 53.3mm
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| |compression = 11.3:1
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| |power = 59.94 HP (44.7 KW) @ 12500RPM
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| |torque = 27.29 ft/lbs (37.0 Nm) @ 10000RPM | |
| |fuel_system = 4x34mm Keihin Carburetors
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| |transmission = Gear box: 6 Speed <br>
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| Final Drive: Chain <br>
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| | The Honda RVF400 is the successor to the [[Honda VFR400]]. The obvious differences between the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] and the RVF400 are that the front forks are of the upside down type, the rear wheel takes a 17" tyre, a ram air system of dubious value and styling changes. However, there are many more subtle differences like geometry, engine internals, carburetors, etc. Unlike the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] the RVF400 was only officially sold new in Japan. The RVF400 outputs slightly less peak power than the VFR400, but with a stronger midrange. The RVF400 is known for its supreme handling capabilities. There is a [[Haynes Manuals|Haynes Manual]] for the RVF400. |
| |suspension =Front: 41mm inverted forks: preload and [[rebound damping]] <br>
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| Rear: Rising-rate monoshock: [[pre-load]] and rebound damping
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| |brakes =Front: 2x269mm 4 [[piston]] [[calipers]] <br>Rear: Single disc 2 piston caliper
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| |front_tire = {{tire|120/60-R17}}
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| |rear_tire = {{tire|150/60-R17}}
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| |wet_weight = 165.0 kg
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| |recommended_oil=Honda GN4 10W-40
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| |competition = [[Yamaha FZR400]]<br />[[Kawasaki ZXR400]]
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| The '''[[Honda]] RVF 400R (NC35)''' was a Liquid cooled four stroke 90 degree V-four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder Sport Bike [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Honda]] in 1994. Max [[torque]] was 27.29 ft/lbs (37.0 Nm) @ 10000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 59.94 HP (44.7 KW) @ 12500 RPM.
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| ==Overview==
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| The '''Honda RVF400 ( NC35 )''' is a [[motorcycle]] introduced by [[Honda|Honda Motor Company]] in 1994. It finished production in 1998. The RVF400 is the smaller sibling of [[Honda RVF750|RVF750 ( RC45 )]], as the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] was to the [[Honda_VFR750R|VFR750R ( RC30 )]]
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| The Honda RVF400 is the successor to the [[Honda VFR400]]. The obvious differences between the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] and the RVF400 are that the front forks are of the upside down type, the rear wheel takes a 17" tire, a [[ram air]] system of dubious value and styling changes. However, there are many more subtle differences like geometry, engine internals, carburetors, etc. Unlike the [[Honda VFR400|VFR400]] the RVF400 was only officially sold new in Japan. The RVF400 outputs slightly less peak power than the VFR400, but with a stronger midrange. The RVF400 is known for its supreme handling capabilities. There is a [[Haynes Manuals|Haynes Manual]] for the RVF400. | |
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| Like other Hondas with gear driven cam shafts, the RVF engine makes a loud 'whine' sound when operating. The exhaust note of [[V4_(engine)|V4 engine]] is also different to that of a more conventional inline four. | | Like other Hondas with gear driven cam shafts, the RVF engine makes a loud 'whine' sound when operating. The exhaust note of [[V4_(engine)|V4 engine]] is also different to that of a more conventional inline four. |
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| The RVF400 has a reputation for excellent reliability and good build quality. | | The RVF400 has a reputation for excellent reliability and good build quality. |
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| | | [[Image:1994_Honda_RVF400.jpg|thumb|300px|Honda RVF400 ( NC35 )]] |
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| ==Engine==
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| A 53.3mm [[bore]] x 53.3mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 399.0 cubic centimeters.
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| ==Drive==
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| The bike has a 6 Speed transmission.
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| ==Chassis==
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| It came with a 120/60-R17 front [[tire]] and a 150/60-R17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x269mm 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single disc 2 piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm inverted forks: preload and rebound damping while the rear was equipped with a Rising-rate monoshock: pre-load and rebound damping.
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| ==1994 - 1998 Honda RVF 400R (NC35)==
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| The RVF 400R (NC35) produced by Honda in 1994 is a sport bike which is able to reach a top speed of 136 mp/h with a fuel consumption average of 42 mp/h.
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| =Specifications= | | =Specifications= |
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| ; Rear : Single Sided Swingarm - Honda / [[Elf_Aquitaine|ELF]] Pro Arm | | ; Rear : Single Sided Swingarm - Honda / [[Elf_Aquitaine|ELF]] Pro Arm |
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| | | [[Category:Honda motorcycles|RVF400]] |
| ==1996==
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| [[Image:1996-Honda-RVF400.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda RVF400]] | |
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| [[Category:Honda motorcycles|RVF400]]
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