I had one as my first "big" bike a couple of years back, it was really pretty cramped for my 6'2 self (mostly on knees) and it started eating reg/rectifiers and batteries, ended up getting a newer and bigger bike instead. Engine was sweet, brakes were pretty strong, suspension was a bit crap as you mention but it was a 27 year old bike designed for people much smaller than me. Best bit was the build quality, the frame had some rusty bits where paint had come away but the rest of the bike looked better than most modern bikes look after a couple of winters. I think if I wanted something that handled well and screamed in similar fashion again I'd get a Triumph Speed Four or just a Hornet 600. I am however often tempted by the CB1300 as it's similar build quality to the 400 SF but more suited to my size!
Got many grey import workshop manuals in dual English/Japanese format. Being able to strip your recent buy and reinstalling factory settings is the key to its longevity.
0:27 B-gger me, you`ve got three of them! I had a go of my teachers one, the 1997 version. Really nice bike and the accelleration was amazing, especially in third gear. I`ve now got a Suzuki GS 500, which is not so quick i think - though i like it.
Great vid. Going to Japan in a few months and going to be getting a bike to ride while I'm there, and a CB400 is on my shortlist, with the Kawasaki Eliminator 400. I think the CB400 would be the better all round bike, and be marginally better on fuel, but I'm very tempted by the Eliminator too. I have an Eliminator 600 already at home, though I've not ridden it yet, long story behind that.
It’s a sad day Nat. As a cb400 owner myself and a Sting fan boy I have really enjoyed seeing him return to his glory. I will cry myself to sleep tonight 😭 If this makes you feel bad and makes you keep him my cunning plan has worked 😄
I love 400s, have had a load of 'em. Mostly because they were cheap, either because they were old and knackered, or grey imports. A "well loved" original 400/4 in hand painted matt black, a 1WG FZR400, best bike I ever owned, VFR400, VF400, an RF400 (which was an utter dog, an RF900 frame and parts with a downtuned 400 lump in it) and a CB1. 400s are great, and when I sell the VF500 I'm running at the moment it'll be back to 400s. Maybe another FZR, but they're rocking horse shit over here in frogland.
From what I know about restrictions, apparently it has to be done by a garage/professional with a receipt to prove. However that was a few years ago when looking for the Mrs. Totally agree though Nat, 400's are over looked but have such benefits compared to 600's etc.
What makes me laugh is I started looking at these on Ebay as I wanted a Superdream but they're becoming quite expensive. The last CB400 I added to my watch list is this one XD
I am sure that the bike would love it, not so sure that you would! In my opinion it is built for the Japanese market as a 350 so you might struggle more than it does if you are much heavier or taller than it was designed for. I have no idea any pannier kit was ever made for it. So what? In my humble opinion, the bike would love it. You might not!
If i had somewhere safe to keep it, I'd have your arm off for that bike. Unfortunately in order for me to keep it longer than a day here in deepest S London i'd have to repaint it and make it look tatty and that bike really doesn't deserve that treatment!
It does feel great to actually reach a red line in a few gears without reaching mental speeds. My old zzr1100 would do way over 120mph in second. Once. I'm now on a nc750x, love it, red line at 6500 rpm, enjoying the more relaxing pace and may live a bit longer. Bye sting!
@@NatsNackersYard Not Sting but a 93 NC31...it makes me very happy every time I get past 7k.. Love your videos Nat, hope someone is keeping Sting revving!
They've been saying last one for ages.. Am riding a brand new CB400SF Revo made in 2023 currently I wont be surprised if it appears again since it has a cult like following in my country (mainly due to the ridiculous 3 tiered motorcycle licensing system and SF is the best bike in the second tier)
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Those of us of a certain vintage already know the 400/4 is a legendary beast!
That it is!
That start up sound always puts a smile on my face.
Great little engine!
Thanks for the upload. I love my recently bought CB-1. It is giving me an even bigger smile on my face than my MTS 1220S
Miles of smiles!
Nat you have made grown men cry tonight what a great documented story we were able to share with you sting will be missed.
Thanks mate. A fitting farewell!
I had one as my first "big" bike a couple of years back, it was really pretty cramped for my 6'2 self (mostly on knees) and it started eating reg/rectifiers and batteries, ended up getting a newer and bigger bike instead. Engine was sweet, brakes were pretty strong, suspension was a bit crap as you mention but it was a 27 year old bike designed for people much smaller than me. Best bit was the build quality, the frame had some rusty bits where paint had come away but the rest of the bike looked better than most modern bikes look after a couple of winters. I think if I wanted something that handled well and screamed in similar fashion again I'd get a Triumph Speed Four or just a Hornet 600. I am however often tempted by the CB1300 as it's similar build quality to the 400 SF but more suited to my size!
Bloody brilliant little bikes!
Got many grey import workshop manuals in dual English/Japanese format.
Being able to strip your recent buy and reinstalling factory settings is the key to its longevity.
I have a small library!
do you have a copy of a proper manual for that year SF? all I can find is an English translator Russian manual...
0:27 B-gger me, you`ve got three of them! I had a go of my teachers one, the 1997 version. Really nice bike and the accelleration was amazing, especially in third gear. I`ve now got a Suzuki GS 500, which is not so quick i think - though i like it.
More toys equals more fun!
Great vid. Going to Japan in a few months and going to be getting a bike to ride while I'm there, and a CB400 is on my shortlist, with the Kawasaki Eliminator 400. I think the CB400 would be the better all round bike, and be marginally better on fuel, but I'm very tempted by the Eliminator too. I have an Eliminator 600 already at home, though I've not ridden it yet, long story behind that.
I have a playlist on my old eliminator. Great bike!
It’s a sad day Nat. As a cb400 owner myself and a Sting fan boy I have really enjoyed seeing him return to his glory.
I will cry myself to sleep tonight 😭
If this makes you feel bad and makes you keep him my cunning plan has worked 😄
Nice try!
I love 400s, have had a load of 'em. Mostly because they were cheap, either because they were old and knackered, or grey imports. A "well loved" original 400/4 in hand painted matt black, a 1WG FZR400, best bike I ever owned, VFR400, VF400, an RF400 (which was an utter dog, an RF900 frame and parts with a downtuned 400 lump in it) and a CB1. 400s are great, and when I sell the VF500 I'm running at the moment it'll be back to 400s. Maybe another FZR, but they're rocking horse shit over here in frogland.
They are just so much fun and drastically overlooked.
Look´s nice sounds nice what´s not to like Nat Ideal fun run around I reckon like it 👍
Exactly mate.
mine was 18yo spec 3, still serving me well.. the VTEC is nice. haha
Great little bikes mate. Wish that I had kept it!
cracking video Nat!
Thanks buddy. Very kind.
I own cb 400 pb1,1992 and still kicking
From what I know about restrictions, apparently it has to be done by a garage/professional with a receipt to prove.
However that was a few years ago when looking for the Mrs.
Totally agree though Nat, 400's are over looked but have such benefits compared to 600's etc.
I think that you can do it on a certificate nowdays mate . The only time someone cares is if you claim!
What makes me laugh is I started looking at these on Ebay as I wanted a Superdream but they're becoming quite expensive. The last CB400 I added to my watch list is this one XD
It's a great little bike!
Would you even go so far as to recommend it for some semi adventurous touring
I am sure that the bike would love it, not so sure that you would! In my opinion it is built for the Japanese market as a 350 so you might struggle more than it does if you are much heavier or taller than it was designed for. I have no idea any pannier kit was ever made for it.
So what? In my humble opinion, the bike would love it. You might not!
@@NatsNackersYard 🤣
If i had somewhere safe to keep it, I'd have your arm off for that bike. Unfortunately in order for me to keep it longer than a day here in deepest S London i'd have to repaint it and make it look tatty and that bike really doesn't deserve that treatment!
That's how it came to me!
It does feel great to actually reach a red line in a few gears without reaching mental speeds. My old zzr1100 would do way over 120mph in second. Once. I'm now on a nc750x, love it, red line at 6500 rpm, enjoying the more relaxing pace and may live a bit longer. Bye sting!
Sting is just a great bike!
Cb 400 is Famous in the Philippines, police bike and track bike
people here in my country suggests that i don't buy a cb400 because parts wise. is this true in your country also?
I didn't have any problems mate
@@NatsNackersYardAny CB 400 bike available ur from which country
Any CB 400 bike available iam from India
best of luck finding one.
It might suit someone older with a full licence that wants to get back into biking Nat 🤔👍
This is exactly why I bought one. Thought about a Hornet 600, but knew instantly that it would have been a mistake. I love my 400 superfour.
Couldn't agree more mate.
That is me.....it is superb! Feels quick but helps keep your licence!
@@mickyt67 perfect for you or have you actually bought Sting?
@@NatsNackersYard Not Sting but a 93 NC31...it makes me very happy every time I get past 7k..
Love your videos Nat, hope someone is keeping Sting revving!
Yes. you should buy a CB400SF
Fab wee bikes!
Below 5000rpm this bike has trouble getting out of its own way. That's the sad truth. If you like revving it constantly, it's for you.
I think thats the fun of little bikes. They need work to ride!
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I could but then again I can read Japanese so any grey import is a doddle.
Smart arse! 😊
2022 is the last year Honda are making the CB400
That's a shame.
They've been saying last one for ages..
Am riding a brand new CB400SF Revo made in 2023 currently
I wont be surprised if it appears again since it has a cult like following in my country (mainly due to the ridiculous 3 tiered motorcycle licensing system and SF is the best bike in the second tier)
v10 F1 sound 🤪
Brilliant little bike!