HONDA CB400SS (2002-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2003, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB400SS, a standard motorcycle with a retro design manufactured from 2002 to 2006. The bike was part of the CB series in Honda's range and came in its second year of production without any changes.

The bike packed a lightweight chassis that offered good handling, maneuverability, and a comfortable riding position that made it suitable for both short and long-distance ridings. It also featured a round headlight, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, and a twin-pipe exhaust system.

In addition, the 2003 CB400SS came equipped from the factory with standard fittings that included wire-spoked wheels, a blacked-out steel frame, a wide handlebar, a one-piece dual seat, a chromed exhaust system, a round headlight with a chromed housing, and an analog instrument panel.

The bike's suspension was handled by a telescopic fork on the front and dual shock absorbers on the rear for optimum suspension performance and handling, while the stopping power was achieved by a single disc with a hydraulic caliper on the front wheel and a drum braking unit on the rear wheel.

As for the power figures, the 2003 Honda CB400SS had at its core a 397cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 29 hp with maximum strength at 7,000 rpm and 31 Nm (23 lb-ft) of torque available at 5,500 rpm.

Overall, the Honda CB400SS was known for its classic styling, reliable engine, agile handling, and its ability as a base customization with many aftermarket parts that suited every rider’s preferences.