Honda CB350F

1973 Honda CB350F

The Honda CB350F
Manufacturer	Honda
Production	1972-1974
Predecessor	CB500F
Successor	CB400F
Engine	347 cc single overhead cam four-stroke
Bore / stroke	47 mm × 50 mm (1.9 in × 2.0 in)
Compression ratio	9.3:1
Top speed	98 miles per hour (158 km/h)[1]
Power	34 hp at 10,000rpm[1]
Ignition type	coil and breaker points
Transmission	5-speed
Suspension	telescopic front fork, twin shocks and adjustable preload rear
Brakes	single 10 inches (250 mm) disc front, 6 inches (150 mm) SLS drum rear
Tires	front: 3 x 18 in, rear: 3.5 x 18 in
Wheelbase	53.3 inches (1,350 mm)
Seat height	31 inches (790 mm)
Weight	373 pounds (169 kg)[1] (dry)
Fuel capacity	12.1 litres (3.2 US gal)
Fuel consumption	40-60 mpg[1]

The Honda CB350F is a four-cylinder, four-stroke, 347 cc motorcycle based on the larger versions of the day. The motorcycle was manufactured in Japan from 1972 to 1974. At the time, the CB350F was the smallest capacity multi-cylinder motorcycle ever to enter into full-scale production.^[1] There were no changes to the 1973 model, but Honda designated the 1974 bike the CB350F1.^[1]

Soon after production was discontinued, it was replaced by the CB400F. Although Honda had a 350 Twin that critics said was more powerful, lighter, and cheaper, many felt the 350 Four was faster and smoother running.

References

1. Williams, Greg (January–February 2012). "The Smallest Four: Honda CB350F". Motorcycle Classics 7 (6). Retrieved 28 December 2012.

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