Like a hole in the head...

[nvr2old]

David Silver's in the UK sell's a lot of CB400F part's, including the muffler. Bought one of these brand new in the 70's, one of the best bikes I rode, would show up bigger bike's in the tight corners.

Thanks for the tip. I found (what I think is a U.S. distributor) David Silver's site for the muffler. They want $158.00 for a replacement, but it does look nice, so I'll probably go with them. And you're right, they handle very well.

[Guest]

Looks pretty good to me Larry!

I reckon you may know someone who's pretty good at getting bikes looking new again too

[nvr2old]

Thanks, Pete. There are a few problem spots that need attention, for sure, but they're the ones I think I can repair pretty easily..





This will be the toughest part to repair..replacements are non-existent practically..unless I want to spend a ton of money..which I don't..we'll see.



The aftermarket has these for $50, so if I can't repair it, I'll probably just replace it..

[Guest]

Well that all looks do-able to me Larry, especially with your skills!

If all else fails a good exhaust shop should be able to sort that pipe out for you.

[steve murdoch]

Larry, i see a bit of rust on the seat. Someplace in back of the parts stash i have a set of repro seat buttons and an old seat strap.
I will have a look.

[nvr2old]

Larry, i see a bit of rust on the seat. Someplace in back of the parts stash i have a set of repro seat buttons and an old seat strap.
I will have a look.

Seriously? That would be AWESOME, Steve. Rusty bits and missing details like that drive me crazy..thanks for noticing the need.

[steve murdoch]

Found the parts.
Larry, p.m. me your address and i will get the strap and buttons in the mail.

[nvr2old]

Thanks, Steve. I appreciate that very much. PM on the way.

[SVSooke]

Provided it's ABS a bit of ABS slurry should fix the side cover right up.Even if it's not ABS plastic welding is WAY easier than metal welding.Favorite 400/4 quote "All the precision of a Swiss watch with about the same torque" One Honda I'd still love to get.

[nvr2old]

The slurry is an interesting concept, for sure. I'm more familiar with 2-part 5 minute epoxy to repair plastic parts. I'll probably V-out the cracks and try that first on both sides and see how it holds and go from there.

[SVSooke]

The ABS slurry is far better repair IMHO.It's the same material as the piece you are fixing so the repair should be permanent.I'll never do epoxy repairs again.

[nvr2old]

Finally got the 400F home Sunday afternoon. Rode it 80 miles back and it performed beautifully. Runs great, so smooth and quiet, maybe one of the tightest 4 cylinder bikes I've ever owned.."sewing machine-like" is the only way I can describe it. Everything works, blinkers, horn, all the lights. Rolled 'er up to about 85mph a couple of times with no complaints..



Received my "care package" from Steve yesterday..thanks, Steve!!



Small dents that should come right out.



Didn't expect the entire master cylinder..sweet!



Forgot how tiny these little bikes are..dwarfed by the GS.





Just gotta make some working room now and get busy.

[Frank Z.]

1000... 400... 427?

[steve murdoch]

You are welcome, Larry.
In '77 the third and last year they built these little gems they got rid of the rearsets and added taller bars. Amazing what a difference those two little things made.[not in a good way, imho]

[nvr2old]

1000... 400... 427?

Haha! Not quite. 327/300hp. Base model Corvette. It's also the same hood used with the LT1 small block, so I figured I could get away with it. I used to have an L88 hood on it, but got tired of people looking at me like I was an unworthy poser with that one..