Honda STEED 400: reviews, photos and technical specifications, acceleration

The Honda Steed 400 motorcycle first appeared on the market in 1988 . It is positioned as a cruiser (or chopper), but due to some disadvantages it does not qualify as such. Sales are planned only on the domestic market.

The model was assembled until 1997 . The Honda Shadow appeared at this time, but separate batches of Steed were assembled until 2001 . Like its successor, it had several modifications, differing in engine size. And if Shadow’s 750 cc model becomes the most popular, in the Steed line the peak of sales was precisely the 400 cc model. 750 was also developed, but did not arouse interest among users and was closed before it even started.

Interestingly, the Steed parameters were revised when the successor was launched. However, the only thing that the new editions received was a more capacious tank and different sizes . For 13 years, the internal filling remained unchanged.

Specifications

The bike’s engine was distinguished by good torque, simplicity and “indestructibility”.

The engine is the main advantage of the model.

Transmission and clutch

The gear shift lever is mounted on the driver's footrest.

Following the chopper concept, a 5-speed gearbox was installed on the bike.

It shifted well, the owner had no problems finding both neutral and the desired gear.

Only one thing was noted - “ if in the city 5 gears may be too much for me, then on the highway I want to turn on the 6th, but it’s not there!” ."

clutch , oil bath . Power transmission is a cable .
Main drive - chain.
A classic chain drive is faster than a cardan drive, but it requires more frequent maintenance, which is not very convenient on long trips.

Brakes

Before looking at the brakes, it’s worth remembering that the bike was developed more than 40 years ago. But, nevertheless, the system used hydraulics.

Front disc brake.

Rear drum brake.

Front brakes:

number of disks - 1;
diameter - 296 mm;
support - 2-piston.

A drum was placed on the rear axle . Of course, we didn’t think about options.

Motorcycle Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983 review

Technical characteristics of Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Engine Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Transmission Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Dimensions and weights of Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Chassis and brakes Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Dynamic characteristics of Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Other characteristics of Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Description Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983

Description of the Honda CBX 400 Custom 1983 motorcycle is in the queue for publication of the article. Announcement: Today, for almost every new motorcycle that comes into being, marketers strive to carve out their own niche. This one is a road sport, this one is a recreational enduro. But what class should we include a motorcycle that has a little bit of everything? A good bike should have a reliable engine, comfortable ergonomics and simple controls.

Despite the fact that good models of motorcycles have a very respectable price, and the season for their use is relatively short, the motorcycle market is developing rapidly. And if you believe the words of dealers, then some models of recently released motorcycles are selling like hot cakes at the beginning of the season, and the models brought to Russia are clearly not enough to fully satisfy consumer demand.

A motorcycle has long ceased to be an alternative to a car, and the times when this equipment was bought only because there was not enough money for a full-fledged car are forgotten. Nowadays, two-wheelers can be called technological marvels in many cases, and their cost can be compared with that of prestigious cars.

Many people have started buying motorcycles for hobby purposes as riding or even collecting them has become a good pastime for many people. Many motorcycles, for example the Honda CBX 400 Custom, whose technical characteristics allow the model to be called a prestigious brand, are in demand among both beginners and experienced motorcyclists.

Currently, it is impossible to purchase a new Honda CBX 400 Custom motorcycle from the 1983 model year, since their production stopped 33 years ago. At the same time, the Honda CBX 400 Custom has excellent technical characteristics, so many people strive to purchase, if not a new, then at least a used version.

Motorcycles with an engine capacity of 399 cc. see, appeared as a result of long work of inventors who sought to create a model that was not inferior in characteristics to other versions of the motorcycle. In some cases, these models are not only not inferior, but also ahead of other motorcycles, as they have minimal fuel consumption and other excellent parameters.

Motorcycles from 250 to 400 kb. see which includes the Honda CBX 400 Custom - this is the most common class of motorcycles. In this range you already have a choice among almost all classes of motorcycles. Many people call this category the most suitable for a first motorcycle. You can purchase a moderately heavy, powerful and flexible motorcycle for relatively little money. Many people advise taking a road bike with a 400 cc engine as your first choice. We cannot completely agree with this, because such motorcycles often weigh about 200 kg and have a sufficient power reserve. If your skills in riding a two-wheeled vehicle are limited to a training motorcycle at a motorcycle school, then you should not immediately take such a device. Many beginners get into ridiculous accidents simply because they do not know all the features of operating such equipment. After all, the heavier and more powerful the motorcycle, the better you should know how to handle it in different situations. Even a monkey can just drive in a straight line (no joke).

Go to the entire range of Honda motorcycles, on this page you can find Honda CBX 400 Custom motorcycles from other years of production and information about them

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Price of Honda CBX 400 Custom according to sales advertisements

* Attention! Under the maximum, average and minimum of the Honda CBX 400 Custom motorcycle on this page, the average cost according to advertisements for sale on the Internet is indicated, without taking into account the year of manufacture, configuration and generation of the motorcycle model.

Sales statistics of Honda CBX 400 Custom by regions of the Russian Federation (in the form of shares)

St. Petersburg 10.29%
Krasnodar region 4.41%
Moscow region 8.82%
Moscow 13.24%
Novosibirsk region 5.88%
Astrakhan region 4.41%
Rostov region 4.41%

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Java 634-8-00

Modernization of Java About three years have passed since the start of deliveries of the new road motorcycle Java-634 to the Soviet Union. At first it was a modification of Java 634.01, then Java 634.04, which differed from the first in some details. Czechoslovak specialists carefully studied the experience of operating the machines, as well as the comments and wishes of Soviet motorcyclists, expressed, in particular, during meetings of friends of JAVA in the USSR, and made a number of changes to the design. Thanks to this, the technical and consumer qualities of the machine have significantly improved. In addition, in the interests of traffic safety, some innovations have been introduced, dictated by the latest Soviet standards. And from the beginning of this year, the Jawa plant began producing a modification, designated Jawa 634.8.00. How is it different from its predecessor? The color immediately attracts attention - it is red, and not cherry, as it was before. A mirror appeared on the left handle of the steering wheel, allowing you to see the situation from behind.

How Czechoslovakian mechanical engineers take into account the proposals of Java motorcycle owners from the USSR

One goal - quality At the end of 1984, YAVA-350 motorcycles of the model “638-5-00” (see “Behind the Wheel”, 1986, No. 3) began to arrive in our stores, differing from its predecessor - “634.00” mainly in the engine and electrical equipment (12 instead of 6 V), as well as a front fork. Owners of new cars positively assessed the improvements. At the same time, they expressed wishes regarding the manufacture of certain components, especially engine parts. Czechoslovak specialists - technologists, designers, having analyzed letters from consumers from the USSR, implemented a set of measures that take into account their suggestions. This work was completed last fall. And recently the scientific editor of the magazine, engineer B. SINELNY KOV, visited Czechoslovakia and got acquainted with the production of motorcycles at Czechoslovak factories. There is probably no need to talk about the great popularity of the JAVA and ChZ motorcycles, which have been attracting our motorcyclists for thirty years with their chassis.

Jerking when engaging the clutch

“On the IZh motorcycle, when starting off, jerks in the transmission began to be felt. What could be the reason?" - asks L. Koltsovsky from the city of Shakhty. A similar phenomenon on the IZh, as well as on other motorcycles with a multi-disc clutch, indicates a malfunction of this unit. Usually jerks when engaging the clutch (that is, when starting off) occur due to the fact that its disks do not touch simultaneously and not over the entire area. Most often, the reason is warping of the discs or the formation of dents in the grooves of the drums. To fix the problem, you need to disassemble the clutch and replace damaged parts. If the dents in the grooves are shallow, you can level their surfaces with a file, so that the teeth of the disks touch all the grooves at the same time. It should be borne in mind that in excessively wide grooves, the disc teeth will knock against their edges when engaging and disengaging the clutch while the motorcycle is moving. This will lead to intensive wear of the drum grooves. In some cases, the clutch does not engage.

Extending the service life of the RP1S relay for motorcycles IZH-Planet 3, Jupiter-3

A more reliable method For some motorcycles IZH-P3, IZH-YU3, the electronic relay RP1S of the turn indicators is constantly turned on along with the ignition, which shortens its service life. It was suggested that it should only work when the turn indicators are turned on (in B.F. Demchenko’s book “Tips” for motorcyclists", published by DOSAAF, 1986 and the magazine "Behind the Wheel"), a minor modification of the relay by changing the power circuits and introducing two diodes. However, they turned out to impair the clarity of the relay operation. In order to eliminate this drawback, I found a more reliable way to connect the relay with the same change in the power circuits, but without additional diodes. Instead of the standard turn signal switch, we install a P25 A light switch (it is sold in all auto and motorcycle stores) and connect it as shown in figure (b). Do not forget to seal the three additional terminals from the relay like the existing ones. A. KOROLCHUK Volyn region, village. Milushi Output stage of relay RP1S and.

IZH Planet 3-01, IZH Jupiter 3-01 (3K-01)

More comfortable, more powerful, safer This year the five-millionth machine rolled off the assembly line of the Izhmash motorcycle production association. The motorcycle manufacturing team celebrated this event by switching to the production of modernized models “IZH-Planeta-3-01” and “IZH-Jupiter-3-01”. What's new in them, how are they different? We carried out modernization in three main areas: enhancing active and passive safety, improving ride comfort, and increasing power. Let's start with safety. Both models feature protective arches, a steering-wheel-mounted rear-view mirror, and extended turn signal brackets. Our motorcycles will now be equipped with flip-up passenger footrests to prevent leg injuries. The clutch and front brake control levers have 20mm rubber balls. If the car falls, the motorcyclist no longer runs the risk of being injured by the sharp end of the lever. Modification "IZH&m.

Driving performance

Factory specifications indicate a maximum speed of the motorcycle at 140 km/h . But according to the sellers of this bike, the maximum it is capable of is 130-132 km/h . And then, the model is not designed for such speed. The motorcycle accelerates quite well up to 80 km/h

Comfortable cruiser - 80 km/h in 5th gear.

Acceleration up to 100 km/h

Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h based on the above could not be impressive - 11 seconds .

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption indicated in the documents is 3.5 l . According to users on the roads of the Russian Federation, you can expect both 4 and 5 liters . The final numbers depend on the quality of the road surface.

Dimensions and weight

The external parameters of the motorcycle changed only once during production. In 1997 .

Dry weight changed from 196 kg to 211 kg .

Equipped from 208 to 223 kg .

The weight of the motorcycle is more medium than heavy. Therefore, it is easy to hold it at a traffic light, and otherwise, controlling the bike does not cause any trouble even for novice drivers.

In terms of size, the bike has become longer, wider, and not much taller. In numbers it looked like this

in length - from 2,310 to 2,335 mm ;
width - from 760 to 890 mm ;
in height - from 1,105 to 1,115 mm ;

Seat height - from 680 to 650 mm .

Wheelbase - from 1,600 to 1,620 mm .

Ground clearance - from 140 to 130 mm .

The dimensions largely depended on the modifications. So the width of the VLS model was only 765 mm.

For whom is it intended?

The lowered driver's seat makes the motorcycle most comfortable for pilots of short and average height.

The type of chopper, as well as positioning for the domestic markets of Japan, assumed that a comfortable fit was guaranteed for a person of average height . But with the release of modifications created based on the model, the saddle height became even lower .

Russian users say that Steed is designed for people of average height. It can be offered to short bikers, but people taller than 175 cm need to look for another model. At least even Shadow , from the same brand.

Motorcycle Honda CX 400 Custom 1983 review

Technical characteristics of Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Engine Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Transmission Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Dimensions and Weights of Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Chassis and brakes Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Dynamic characteristics of Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Other characteristics of Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

Description Honda CX 400 Custom 1983

The description of the Honda CX 400 Custom 1983 motorcycle is in the queue for publication of the article. Announcement: Today, for almost every new motorcycle that comes into being, marketers strive to carve out their own niche. This one is a road sport, this one is a recreational enduro. But what class should we include a motorcycle that has a little bit of everything? A good bike should have a reliable engine, comfortable ergonomics and simple controls.

Many people have started buying motorcycles for hobby purposes as riding or even collecting them has become a good pastime for many people. Many motorcycles, for example the Honda CX 400 Custom, whose technical characteristics make it possible to call the model a prestigious brand, are in demand among both beginners and experienced motorcyclists.

Currently, it is impossible to purchase a new Honda CX 400 Custom motorcycle from the 1983 model year, since their production stopped 33 years ago. At the same time, the Honda CX 400 Custom has excellent technical characteristics, so many people strive to purchase, if not a new, then at least a used version.

Motorcycles with an engine capacity of 396 cc. see, appeared as a result of long work of inventors who sought to create a model that was not inferior in characteristics to other versions of the motorcycle. In some cases, these models are not only not inferior, but also ahead of other motorcycles, as they have minimal fuel consumption and other excellent parameters.

Motorcycles from 250 to 400 kb. see which includes the Honda CX 400 Custom - this is the most common class of motorcycles. In this range you already have a choice among almost all classes of motorcycles. Many people call this category the most suitable for a first motorcycle. You can purchase a moderately heavy, powerful and flexible motorcycle for relatively little money. Many people advise taking a road bike with a 400 cc engine as your first choice. We cannot completely agree with this, because such motorcycles often weigh about 200 kg and have a sufficient power reserve. If your skills in riding a two-wheeled vehicle are limited to a training motorcycle at a motorcycle school, then you should not immediately take such a device. Many beginners get into ridiculous accidents simply because they do not know all the features of operating such equipment. After all, the heavier and more powerful the motorcycle, the better you should know how to handle it in different situations. Even a monkey can just drive in a straight line (no joke).

Go to the entire range of Honda motorcycles, on this page you can find Honda CX 400 Custom motorcycles from other years of production and information about them

Motorcycles similar in characteristics to the CX 400 Custom:

Showing similar motorcycles with a limit of 5 pieces, see all similar to CX 400 Custom

Price of Honda CX 400 Custom according to sales advertisements

* Attention! Under the maximum, average and minimum of the Honda CX 400 Custom motorcycle on this page, the average cost according to advertisements for sale on the Internet is indicated, without taking into account the year of manufacture, configuration and generation of the motorcycle model.

Sales statistics of Honda CX 400 Custom by regions of the Russian Federation (in the form of shares)

St. Petersburg 10.29%
Krasnodar region 4.41%
Moscow region 8.82%
Moscow 13.24%
Novosibirsk region 5.88%
Astrakhan region 4.41%
Rostov region 4.41%

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Using a chain cover from a motorcycle Voskhod on Java 634

Covers for Java On some Java-634 motorcycles (from the first batches of delivery), chain covers fail quite quickly, and it is still difficult to purchase new ones. Instead, you can use covers from the Voskhod motorcycle to protect the chain. Alteration of the casing: 1— frame; 2—plate; 3— spacer sleeve; 4 - old part of the casing; 5 - extension To secure them. it is necessary to make two extensions 5 (see figure) and two spacer bushings 3, through which we connect the halves of the casing. We make extensions using a mandrel. We weld (or solder) frames 1 to them, which we first cut off from the old casings using a thin chisel. It is advisable to seal all connections on the casing by soldering or another method. For more reliable fastening of the covers, you should make new clamps or strengthen the old ones by welding metal plates to them. On my motorcycle, after a run of 5,000 kilometers, the covers have their original appearance.A. KORNILOV 606230, Gorky region.

Conversion of Java electrical equipment 6V to 12V

Remaking the electrical equipment of Java Our magazine has repeatedly discussed the shortcomings of the power supply of the YAVA-634 motorcycle, produced before 1985. At low crankshaft speeds (up to 1800 per minute), the 6-volt generator does not produce energy, and all consumers at this time are powered by the battery. If the lights and headlights are on, the battery is quickly discharged, which, with repeated cycles, leads to its failure. The only measure to avoid this trouble is to maintain medium speed even on bad roads or stops at intersections. It is clear that this causes great inconvenience, especially for residents of rural areas. The currently produced YABE model “638” uses a 12-volt electrical system (its description and diagram are given in No. 6, 1987), where a more advanced and powerful generator begins to work already at 1000 rpm. It is clear that many owners of the old model want to switch to new electrical equipment, but encounter obstacles.

How to achieve smooth brake action on a Java motorcycle

“I can’t seem to get smooth brake action on my Java motorcycle. Braking occurs jerkily, although the pads and cables are in good condition. What could be the reason?" - asks K. Lobachev named after the city of Kolomna. Jerks when braking motorcycles and cars are typical for those cases when the brake drums have an irregular (oval, faceted, etc.) shape of the working surface. The pads are pressed against it unevenly - stronger in areas located closer to the drum axis, weaker - in areas farther from it. In motorcycle (spoke) wheels, the shape of the drum is usually disrupted by strong impacts on various obstacles or due to uneven tension of the spokes (most often after reassembling the wheel ).To eliminate drum deformation, first adjust the tension of the spokes, and if this is not enough, grind the working surface of the drum on a lathe. The best results are obtained by processing the drum in the assembled wheel. If the machine is not called.

Motorcycle IZh Planet Sport. The most frequently asked questions and their answers

In questions and answers Recently, the editors have increasingly received letters from readers with questions about the IZH-Planet-Sport motorcycle. We selected the most typical ones and contacted the manufacturer. The answers of designers and specialists are in front of you. What changes has the motorcycle undergone during the production process from the beginning of production to the present? There are quite a lot of changes. Let's name the main ones. The engine has a new cylinder head. Now its fins are not “fan-shaped”, but regular, and instead of a “jockey cap” type combustion chamber, there is a chamber formed by concentric spheres. The number of screws holding the crankcase halves and the cover together has been increased, and the engine mount to the motorcycle frame has been strengthened. The shape of the muffler has been improved, which prevents it from coming into contact with the road when the car tilts, and the diameter of the exhaust pipe has also been increased. The imported Mikuni carburetor was replaced by the domestic K62M, which has a f.

Disadvantages of the 12V system and ways to improve it

The 12-volt 12-volt electrical system on motorcycles solved many problems in one fell swoop. With the same dimensions of the generators, it was possible to almost double their power. It has become possible to use the same optical elements of headlights on motorcycles as on cars, and this is not only economically feasible, but also very beneficial for traffic safety, since motorcyclists finally have good bright light at their disposal. But the topic of our conversation today is about the shortcomings of the system, about ways to improve it. And again, as last time (“Behind the Wheel,” 1988, No. 3), we will talk mainly about the instruments of IZH motorcycles, the most popular ones. Object number one is the battery. To be honest, its durability is often inferior to that of a 6-volt one. And the fault is not the generator, everything is in order here, there are no complaints about it. The most complaints are caused by the operation of the relay regulator, which is mainly

Modifications

All Steed 400 models differed only in appearance, as well as in the nameplates on the sides. No changes were made to the running parameters. However, sometimes minor modifications entailed a whole redesign of the appearance, and although the model remained the same, in terms of size it was a completely different bike.

Despite the common content, the modifications of the bike turned out to be so different that, in addition to differences from competitors, the features must be considered separately.

VlX

Standard, basic equipment that existed on the assembly line throughout production.

Honda STEED 400 VlX - front view.

Honda STEED 400 VlX - rear view.

The Steed 400 VLX has undergone a dramatic change to the front suspension. In the first editions (until 1997 ), the front colossus was held by a stinger fork , which is essentially a type of pendulum. The decision was dictated by the desire to increase the working stroke. However, the non-standard solution did not find any adherents. The fork was changed to a regular telescope, although the settings remained for the stinger. This was reflected in the shortcomings of the model.

In other details it was a regular hopper. The front wheel is 19 inches , the rear wheel is 18 inches .

VLS

Modification of Honda STEED 400 VLS (V-Twin, L-Lowered, S-Springer front end).

Appeared in 1998 as a side development. But it did not arouse public interest, and it was closed that same year.

In terms of its dimensions, the model has become the smallest in the line. Less weight, increased maneuverability and speed. For better handling, the front wheel was installed at 21 inches . Despite this, the saddle height is 650 mm .

VSE

A distinctive feature of the VSE model is the rear cast wheel and the curved handlebar in stock.

Another side branch born in 1995 . Due to the fact that they wanted to use a different type of suspension during production, I received an improved frame. Collected until 1998 . Closed during the transition to production of a successor motorcycle.

Since the motorcycle did not become a classic chopper, the developers tried to transfer it to another class. To achieve this, in 1995 the frame was redesigned, the design was updated and cast wheels were installed - just like on sports. This aroused some interest, but in 1997 a newer model appeared on the market.

Peculiarities

Fuel tank.

Pointer speedometer.

In addition to what was described, the entire line had one common feature - an instrument panel made in the style of road workers. a dial speedometer above the steering tube . Below it are 3 warning lights:

turns;
high beam;
neutral

No instruments were installed on the tank.

NV 400 Custom

The Honda NV 400 Custom motorcycle belongs to the majority of products produced by the famous Japanese concern. It's no secret that motorcycle devices from this manufacturer, as a rule, cannot boast of supernatural characteristics. At the same time, this very high-quality equipment is distinguished by high quality, durability and reliability.

The Honda Custom model is a typical motorcycle from Honda. Several of the best developments of the Japanese concern's engineers are simultaneously concentrated here. Initially, the model was intended exclusively for the American market.

Therefore, it has modification features that most motorcycle devices sold in the United States have. The American market dictates the conditions to which manufacturers adapt. For example, the American version of the Honda Custom differs from the European version in the arrangement of connecting rods.

For the American, the latter are located on one neck, which leads to more intense vibrations of the power unit. As a result, the sound emanating from the engine is reminiscent of the growl of motorcycle fashion trendsetter Harley-Davidson.

The enterprising Japanese quickly recognized the Americans' craving for everything powerful, big and rumbling. Therefore, a number of models rolled off the assembly line of the famous manufacturer, the appearance of which is very similar to Harley-Davidson. This design decision had a very positive effect on the sales level.

Honda Custom fully meets all of the above requirements. Therefore, the model quickly found its buyer in the American motorcycle market. It is worth noting that there are quite a few fans of this model in our country.

Today, the motorcycle market offers a huge number of variations of the Honda Custom, differing significantly from each other. While some have just been released, others have been enjoying great success on the market for many years, and others have long been taken off the market. Now you can see them only on the Internet or in a private collection.

In 1984, the next version of the described model, the Honda NV 400 Custom, rolled off the assembly line of the Japanese manufacturer. Its heart was a four hundred cc power unit with a rated power of 43 horsepower at 9500 rpm. This motorcycle was a smaller copy of the VT500C model.

However, at that time there were two other versions available on the market: VT700C and VT750C. The first of them was intended exclusively for the US domestic market. While the second was available in the Japanese and European markets. Hydraulic compensators in the valve mechanism and two spark plugs per combustion chamber are the main features of the VT750C.

In 1985, engineers of the Japanese concern carried out the first modernization of the VT500C and NV400 Custom models. As a result, the rectangular headlight was replaced by a round one. The devices were also equipped with a new saddle with a backrest for the passenger. But the most anticipated new product of that season was the VT1100C model, intended for the American market.

The motorcycle was equipped with a four-cylinder power unit with a displacement of 1099 cubic centimeters. The rated power of the device, declared by the manufacturer, is 78 horsepower. Subsequently, this model was repeatedly modernized. But the manufacturer forgot about the Honda NV 400 Custom.

Therefore, today it can only be purchased in maintained condition. You can find advertisements for its sale on the pages of thematic forums or in advertisements for sale. Even today it is quite possible to find a motorcycle in decent technical condition.

Flaws

Over time, 400cc becomes not enough, so experienced pilots should immediately take a closer look at the STEED 600.

Even the developers noted the disadvantages of the model. True, they named only one - short suspension travel , which is completely unacceptable on a cruiser. When asked to correct this, they said that all improvements would be included in the new model.

Users added to the list of minuses. According to them, the motorcycle has: