New Honda 400cc engine

[2wheels]

http://www.motorcycle.in.th/article.php/Honda-400cc-Parallel-Twin-Engine

"Honda Thailand recently showcased a 400cc version of their new 471cc parallel twin engine that serves the CBR500R, CB500F and CB500X. This new engine variant is de-tuned and Honda say that they have specifically developed this engine for the Asian market."​

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(from 'Motorcycle Thailand')

Hmmm; whack that into a CRF .... :MG

 

[2wheels]

And the reason why ... according to 'Motorcycle Thailand'.

" It's very likely that Honda will introduce the CBR400R, CB400F and CB400X based on this new parallel-twin 400cc engine for selected markets."​

 

[bsacbob]

Have to agree, slap it in the CRF and i would be tempted, very tempted :G

 

[brake034]

Looks like the oil filter is sitting right upfront, same as the CB500 series.....
Bad idea i.m.o. as it is such a vunerable location up there, right behind the front wheel!

 

[KTMphil]

With test rider's complaints around about the lack of power produced by the CB 500X (for it's size and weight), I hope they've done some modifications to the 400cc engine.

And the reason why ... according to 'Motorcycle Thailand'.

" It's very likely that Honda will introduce the CBR400R, CB400F and CB400X based on this new parallel-twin 400cc engine for selected markets."​

 

[LivinLOS]

With test rider's complaints around about the lack of power produced by the CB 500X (for it's size and weight), I hope they've done some modifications to the 400cc engine.

'detuned' !!!!