HONDA CM 400 T (1979-1981) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda CM400 was a standard street bike manufactured by the Honda from 1979 to 1982, part of the CM series that comprised models of various displacement engines, shapes, and sizes.

The bike was a precursor to the Honda Rebel series, fitted with an electric starter and electronic ignition. The CM series included the CM400A Automatic or Hondamatic, CM400C Custom, CM400E Economy, and the CM400T Touring.

The CM series resembled the earlier flat-seat motorcycles of the 1960s and '70s, except for the slightly raised passenger seat and small fairings that covered the battery and electrical system. Although the bikes were standard, they also featured cruiser elements such as a stepped seat, increased fork angle, and extra chrome.

In the tech department, the CM series featured only a speedometer and three indicator lights, such as neutral, oil pressure, and high beam, while the C and T models were fitted with a tachometer.

The 1979 Honda CM400T was a touring-oriented machine that shared many engine components with the standard model and fitted with touring accessories, such as side panniers for extra storage and a passenger backrest for enhanced comfort.

The CM400T was powered by a 395cc parallel-twin air-cooled engine infused by two Keihin carburetors delivering around 39 hp and fitted with a five-speed manual transmission and a chain drive.

The bike's suspension comprised a telescopic fork on the front and adjustable telescopic shocks on the rear, while the stopping power was achieved by a single disc on the front wheel and a drum unit on the back.