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HONDA CB 350F1 FOUR 1974

HONDA CB 350F1 FOUR 1974
HONDA CB 350F1 FOUR 1974 · Photo: Tspooncl65, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Spec sheet
MODELHONDA CB 350F1 FOUR 1974
Year1974
Engine TypeFour stroke, transverse four cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Displacement / Capacity347 cc / 21.2 cu in
Bore X Stroke47 x 50 mm
Compression Ratio9.3:1
Cooling SystemAir cooled
Max Power24.8 kW / 34 hp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque27.2 Nm / 2.79 kgf-m @ 8000 rpm
IgnitionCoil and breaker points
Induction4 x Keihin 22 mm carburettors
Start SystemElectric and kick
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Lubrication—
Gear Box5-speed
Clutch—
Final DriveChain
CHASSIS SPECS
FrameTubular steel cradle, split under the engine
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic fork, 114 mm wheel travel
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks, 3-position preload adjustable, 91 mm wheel travel
Front BrakesSingle 260 mm disc
Rear Brakes150 mm / 6 in SLS drum
DIMENSION SPECS
Overall Length—
Overall Width—
Overall Height—
Seat Height790 mm / 31 in
Wheelbase1350 mm / 53.3 in
Ground Clearance—
Dry Weight160 kg / 352.7 lbs
Wet Weight178 kg / 392.4 lbs
WHEEL SPECS
Front Tyre3.00-18
Rear Tyre3.50-18
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel Capacity12 Litres / 3.2 US gal
Fuel Consumption40 - 60 mpg
Top Speed158 km/h / 98 mph
Honda file

The CB350F1 was the 1974 and final version of Honda's 347 cc four, essentially the same bike as the 1972 - 1973 CB350F under a new designation. Compact and easy to ride in town, it was popular with riding schools, and its role was taken over by the larger, sportier CB400F for 1975.