Honda RVF400 (NC35) First Ride! DREAM BIKE!!

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[@MrMidd1]

RVF 400 was my first bike. A truly beautiful bike....mini RC45❤️

[@ivanjulian2532]

My first bike down here in Australia was a similar sort of bike, but made by Suzuki... a GSXR-400. Near identical performance, equally light. I believe 400cc is an insurance threshold in Japan? There seem to be some great 400cc sportsbikes from Japan down through the years.

[@JeppeOlsen]

Mine too. Miss it

[@wolfpackpete6408]

@@ivanjulian2532 I think at that time, the 400s and 250 2-strokes were the fastest bikes permitted for road use in Japan

[@slakk5093]

mine too (second bike while on my L's) loved that thing

[@mikiex]

My first 4 stroke :) Was a great bike, gave a lot of confidence.

[@mikaelkanerva1591]

Nononono, stop driving the value of these things up, I haven't bought one yet!

[@pauloshea3741]

When you realize the 400's cost the same as the 750's to manufacture, and the prices the 750's are fetching. They are cheap!

[@salskars6637]

@SDSSMotoChannel - This isn't the dick-measuring thread you're looking for.

[@jcarvalho1500]

These bikes can be faster than some litre bikes in some short circuit race tracks. KZbin has plenty of videos showing that. You can see VFRs400 and RVFs 400 pursuing 600s and 750s no problem (except straights) , at tracks like Donington Park in UK.

[@rahulsudhir666]

@SDSSMotoChannel You my friend have totally missed the point.. New bikes r faster, lighter, more nimble n can turn insane track times.. All those electronic riding aids provide an insane safety net and makes new riders look like pros.. Riding an owning these beasts make you appreciate what technology has done to keep you safe.. Not just that, it also is a way for enthusiasts to get the chance to own the machine they desired to own growing up but didn't have the means to.. You have the right to your opinion but you should also know why some of these older bikes trade for astronomical amounts whereas the new generation ones constantly depreciate.. Just a word from one biker to another.. No beef intended 🤘🏼

[@ninjaguysith]

@SDSSMotoChannel You're completely missing the point...It not about how well it performs, or having the best....its about how it makes you FEEL. There's a lot more to riding a motorcycle than just going fast.

[@largecarken8504]

Honda used to be so good with their sport bikes. I hope they make a come back. Their new liter bike looks promising.

[@sebrandomstuff]

I got one in January, it's an engineering piece of art. I'm currently restoring it because it was neglected, but as you said, the engine is bullet proof. I'm going completely OEM. Awesome video. Gear driven cams make that cool sound!

[@sleepinghippo8076]

i love it when the bike is doing the talk even if its 25 minutes long.

[@HeroRR]

Right! I didn't wanna ruin it with my voice. God damn I watched my own video like 30 times just because I love that sound.

[@LuziannaBoy]

Would love to see more history videos about vintage and retro sport bikes, like the legend of the Yamaha R7 video. I love that kind of stuff.

[@rambie2131]

these are absolute gems. i really hope they dont get to much more attention before i buy one

[@Pstaines439]

I bought my first V4 Honda (VFR400R NC21) when it was near new in 1988. Now 30+ years (and many bikes) later I find myself back on a VFR400R (NC30). Its more than enough bike for most people and being a Honda from the 80-90 it'll last forever.

[@HeroRR]

Huge thank you to Justin from Adrenaline Cycle. I still cannot believe I got to ride this AMAZING motorcycle! Guys be sure to check out the coolest motorcycle shop in New England!! www.adrenalinecycleinc.com/2012/wordpress/

[@kovacsbotond6502]

I have a 50cc supermoto but one day when im older i will but a ktm Duke II lc4 ( my dad owns one)

[@piyushsahurkar9362]

Dude you should make a video on KTM RC8 too

[@piyushsahurkar9362]

I just loved that bike

[@anonymoushkrepsolrider4217]

how is the mic setup is it inside your helmet? really picking up the exhaust sound without the wind noise

[@ruikazane5123]

I think...someone will be buying that soon enough. And we know who!

[@johnkeen4271]

Justin has some brilliant bikes the rvf/vfr400s must rate as one of the best bikes ever made, love my 1989 nc30

[@petesmith8000]

As I currently have 3 RVF400's I can safely concur with the OP's comments. They are very addictive & truly the cream of the crop.

[@captainamerica9353]

Are you in the U.S., and willing to sell one?

[@gizzync1525]

Had the VFR 400 NC30, Loved it! one of the best bikes ever made in my book

[@Dylzhaar]

This is my dream bike. I could rave about it for years but the best thing, and the main reason for why I want this is because of the sound. Small displacement, V4, high revving, GEAR DRIVEN CAMS. Not to mention it's fantastic cornering abilities and fantastic reliability. Looks great with its single sided swing arm too. I'm saving up and I WILL own one.

[@captainamerica9353]

So how do you like yours now?

[@andreasholmqvist9726]

Got one for sale.

[@RetroSuperbikes]

Did you get one?

[@TeeOna2Stroke]

4 years is long enough. Update us.

[@Sr.D]

90's sport bikes are beautiful, and you've got two legends there.

[@ridebecauseucan1944]

Don’t care if it’s not as fast as a liter bike. Just the sound alone makes it awesome !

[@ridebecauseucan1944]

PlebzOr Blapparapp yea

[@iGhost]

Honda hornet 250 / cbr250rr .. F1 sounds on a 250bike 🤣

[@rbfclaboratoryandstudio]

They don’t have overwhelming power, but they are fast. Just not crazy stupid fast. But they do have superlative handling and really shine in the twisties. So if you think of it in that way they are fast bikes.

[@TheTravelersTravels]

My first "sportbike" was a 93 Honda vfr750, i. Looked hard at these on the grey market, nothing like the gear driven V4's and single sided swingarms! A dream bike for sure!

[@jimmansi1187]

Wow, what a treat! The sounds coming out of that bike are intoxicating, what a beautiful bike, lucky you, great vid!

[@yusufronco]

this was so cool. I've been drooling over this bike ever since I found out what it was.

[@ZP1993]

Awesome bikes. Late 80s, 90s and early 2000s were in my opinion the golden years of sports bikes,there was everything from little 50 cc (like Aprilia RS50, Cagiva Mito 50, Yamaha TZR50, etc.) to over 1000 cc (Suzuki GSXR1100, Honda Blackbird, Kawasaki ZX12R, Suzuki Hayabusa, etc.),everything from two strokes, to small displacement four cylinders, to big displacement four cylinders, to V-twins. It's cool to see Kawasaki returning small displacement four cylinders with ZX25R,hopefully there's a chance we'll see the return of two strokes too.

[@manwh0re1]

My first ever bike was an RGV250M. Loved that little 2 stroke, such a wicked powerband.

[@whammerjammer1562]

That was cool. Thanks for sharing that experience. Most of us only get to read about bikes like that let alone get to hear one being ridden

[@HeroRR]

The pleasure was all mine! Thanks for watching! Truly a dream come true for me!

[@fatamorgana_1984]

I like how amazed you are about this wonderful bike! Nice to watch!

[@lotfikerzabi1880]

Thanks for sharing the experience. Glad to see you uploading more riding videos

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I used to have one of these amazing bikes, at the same time I owned an RC51. I loved the RC51 a lot but the RVF is the bike I usually chose to ride. 100's of miles of twisty roads at 90+ MPH is where this bike really excels.

[@roadkill2104]

Watching this has been 26 minutes of heaven.

[@phantommaggotxxx]

I've wanted one of these and one of the early 90s 250rs for a long ass while.

[@2WheelPursuit]

I have all the work done on my bike at Adrenaline Cycle. Justin is a awesome dude

[@ssbbmoto]

So sick, i love these older small high revving bikes. We have an FZR400 in the shop i work at that just sits on top of the palette racks next to a RS125, so sweet to look at everyday

[@barryvercueil2346]

Thank you for the AWESOME video. I never had the chance to ride that bike. INCREDIBLE.

[@rem362]

What a awesome bike. Tried to get one for years

[@ruikazane5123]

Good for you! I already tried the RVF400 and the 750 quite some time ago, and that is the time I understood why they are valued HIGH. You can race it with your liter buddies and overtake them dudes, yet just cruise on a holiday, seaside at sunset and feel the old school vibe...great times...I wish I can go back to that time where it was all simple! But...I can never get one, unless I would be brave and import one from Japan myself, which is doable enough in my place.

[@soulcarrot]

They sound amazing, I owned one for a few years but the handling is so so good.

[@vxlgsi]

My first ever road bike nc30 in 2004 the sound is amazing and nostalgic for me. Beautiful bikes.

[@jasonw5636]

Very pretty bike. I've had many bikes ranging from nc23's right throught to fireblades and r1's but those little 90's pocket rockets were ace.

[@jasonw5636]

In fact it this vid has reminded me that I must buy an rvf 400 if i am lucky to find one at a decent price. v4 engine, gear driven cams, aluminium frame, single side swingarm and usd forks. Lovely.

[@menom7]

Holy CRIKEY!!! 59-61hp from a 399cc My Friends!!! Not only is that amazing,but this thing would LEAVE almost all other bikes in it's dust on a curvy road!!! I get goosebumps from hearing that lil V-4 rev to the moon along with the whine of that gearbox!!! :-)

[@nanaki74]

Welcome to the 400 V4 club. My 1987 NC24 makes me smile every time I go for a rideout.

[@zedfender9423]

I had an 87 nc24 in Rothmans livery and regret selling it. You got to love that open wheel look on the one side. Reliable to.

[@gigamix7394]

Just wanna say you still do fantastic jobs on your vids! I have had to slow down a bit on youtube because of school! Hope to catch up on them very soon

[@Mohapi_Tau]

The sound so amazing, it's like it's supercharged!

[@BusaLova]

What a beautiful scenic area to ride beautiful motorcycles in.

[@jimsmusic3906]

Nice review, sir. And your chuckle makes it better!

[@yamakawirodebike5710]

In 1986 a friend bought a 1985 RVG 500 out of CANADA. I was 5'3 98lb and I wanted it!!! In 1990 went to CANADA to buy an 86,but it was trashed. Rode a RFV400 and loved it! It was like a baby RC30!! Came home with a 1989 YZR 500 and got my racing license at Road America. Never went back for it. When KAWI announced the new 400 I hoped it was like the mid/late 90s inline ZX-4 ... NOT a parallel twin like the new CBR250RR ended up. Oh well.... The sound/ feeling new and electric bikes are missing is called "mechanical". If ya think she sounds great.. try to find a RC45 !!!! AWSOM bike!! Stay safe!

[@Recklesshade]

Man, you are one lucky guy. I haven't been able to ride some thing for the past couple of months since ive been building my VF1000F. Can't wait to get back out. I hope my V4 sounds as good as that tho!

[@HeroRR]

Thanks. Good luck on your project! You’ll be riding soon i hope :)

[@Daschickenify]

There is a slightly more accesible version of that bike, its the older NC30. The NC30 has a tall first gear and was before further power restrictions that the NC35 got. That one probably has HRC power mods to be making that kind of power. The NC30 doesn't have the air ducts like that, but it looks pretty similar otherwise, definitely sounds similar.

[@vintagetintrader1062]

I had one for 2 years, one of the best bikes I owned, suited me with short legs. Had a short big bore Japanese muffler on it. Sounds so great. Played around with fork dampening but the front springs just too soft, I was only 80 kg at the time. Hard braking had it bottom out on rough surfaces. For a Honda it had sole. Brakes were the same as a CBR900RR from the 90s.

[@captainamerica9353]

That would be "it had soul". But why did you sell it?

[@fastkazzmat7127]

Welcome V4 world! Beautiful road, beautiful country!

[@WalterWeidner]

Georgeous bike. Would love one in my garage....or better: living room.

[@bikewolf7455]

this thing sounds sooo incredibly clean and smooth

[@HeroRR]

It was! Not a single piece out of place. Fantastic example! Justin from Adrenaline has the CLEANEST and COOLEST bikes ever. Seriously, I love his shop I could spend all day drooling over his bikes.

[@bikewolf7455]

@@HeroRR i couldnt afford to look too much into this... sounds too addictive😂

[@bazfowles2065]

Bought my NC 30 after a crash and braking bones on my GSXR 750 f, IN 96, thought it a light stop gap till fully fit but loved it and had it 3.5 years till a kid in a car wiped it out... great bikes 400's and sadly cost a chunk of money these days for a good one, as two strokes have gone.

[@Redrollin987]

Ive owned my RVF for 10 years, my favorite bike I have ever owned.

[@RetroSuperbikes]

Whereabouts are you?

[@TremourSphereMotovlogs]

owned one for 3 years loved it

[@cbrrr-rr6no]

That is one nice 400, even in Australia there hard to find, and a really really clean mc22 in the shop(my first bike)

[@NarwedH]

Had an MC22 too, same colours as the one in the vid. What a bike.... Seems to still be a few floating around Ireland.

[@SecksJay]

Funny, I've got an mc22 as an investment and looking for an nc35 soon. Prices only going one way 😄

[@IrnMaiden304]

That's an amazing sounding bike 🏍 Those V4's sound even better when you open the exhaust and rejet. This guy Gary I met through some of my riding buddies has the Magna 500 and it sounds ridiculous. I went on a search for one just cause I love the sound and it's soo different

[@kelseymafia]

That thing is awesome, seems like it has the perfect amount of power.

[@jasoncockcroft2332]

I've owned both these bikes in the past.... RVF is great but that RGV is always going to be my favorite.

[@oldschoolgoblin]

Your best video so far. Great bike

[@bmwrider1931]

Nice bike for sure. Sounds amazing

[@jasonjohnstone686]

Sweet sounds of V4. Love it.

[@cjpritchard]

Great job recording the sound. I'm in the process of locating a VFR in Japan to bring over. More than 10k now but cheaper than an RC!

[@salskars6637]

Awesome vid Hero! Can't wait to see more with Justin. You are a true motorcycle enthusiast. Stop with the disclaimers; it isn't necessary. I agree on all points, especially the sound/look. How would you compare the ride/ergos as compared to your CBR600? The rider triangle appears less angled forward. Thanks again for a great vid.

[@mustang66312]

Sounds so good!

[@preditorsd]

Its crazy but my work college keeps his 1992 400 at my workshop for winter storage, lovely sounding machine

[@d.fresh.750]

I'm sure the mic doesn't do it full justice, but that little V4 does sound amazing! Awesome little bike...I kinda want one, lol

[@postersm7141]

11:55 good for you! Always ride your own ride! Cool video, and I could tell you were enjoying this amazing machine!

[@JHa77am]

Beautiful machine. I’d fully love one

[@aerparts]

Hero RR i just subscribed, enjoyed watching some of your videos in the past. That used to be my RVF. I got a few more of them for sale.

[@greghorton803]

The 5th Generation VFR800 (1998 - 2001) is the "accessible" Honda V4 that has pretty close to the same features as the RVF400: It has the V4, it has the gear-driven camshafts, it has the single-sided swingarm. Where I believe the 5th Generation VFR800 beats the RVF400: the 5th Gen's V4 has a 180 degree crankshaft (instead of the 360 degree crank in the RVF) which gives the exhaust a nice burble (sounds like a little Ferrari), the 5th Gen has Honda PGM Fuel Injection (instead of carbs like the RVF), and because it has 781cc of displacement the 5th Gen has more torque. Yeah, the 5th Gen isn't as rare and exotic as the RVF, but I think that's also an advantage because you don't feel like you have to preserve/protect the bike, you can just ride.

[@rbfclaboratoryandstudio]

VFR800 is nowhere near as sexy. It’s not a race bike. It’s a dad’s bike. Silly comparison. 360 big bang firing order was intended for serious race track use with a functional benefit in terms of race lap times. Stack it against the RC45 not the 400 if you want to understand the value differences between the two bikes.

[@slakk5093]

i had one of these on my learners, they were restricted from factory (top speed). All you have to do is open up the speedo and there is a conductive plate that you need to cut off. Behind the speedo needle there is another on the back side of the speedo that follows the actual speedo needle and when it makes contact with a conductive plate (around 180kmh) it cuts the power. When you remove the pin on the backside you can keep winding out the bike past 220kmh

[@chrisyuhas1371]

Awesome bike man. Only other person I’ve seen do a review on this bike was “RidingWithTom” & he had nothing but good things to say as well. Wish I could test ride one lol.

[@willardivins3736]

I just came across this video. I know what you mean, with your comments about that baby RVF. Nothing sounds as good as those gear driven v-fours! I'm currently searching for a good example, like the one you rode in this video. Awesome little bikes!

[@andreasholmqvist9726]

Got one for sale if you still want to buy.

[@MrPetepeeters101]

Nice sound at 9:30. I used to remember when my England relatives would send us some England newspapers and there were motorcycles for sale in the classifieds. Tons of 400 sportbike in there.

[@jybmotorr2371]

Love that sound of a V4!

[@tomdagg6545]

Always wanted a rfv !! Awesome bike. And big brother NC 45.

[@jeeewhyyypheee]

For those who wondering, "why the v4 sounds different from aprilia v4". Because this v4 uses 180° flat plane and screamer firing order, so that's why the engine really do sounds screaming. Not deep rumbling sounds from v4 crossplane big bang firing order.

[@ceverett68]

I've always wanted one of these. single sided swingarm. v4. gear driven cams. and being a 400 easy to flick side to side all day. I wish Honda would bring back the gear driven cams v4 in an affordable sportbike

[@captainamerica9353]

The single sided swingarm and gear driven V4 is expensive to make. But yes, Honda used to make some great stuff.

[@quinnkirlew9892]

23:07 Plymouth Prowler! Don't see one of those every day.

[@UnknownS0und]

I've owned one of these. Sold it a couple of years ago in mint condition with less than 12K miles on it. One of the best handling motorcycles bar none. Even better than my Aprilia RS250 at the track. No where near as fast though. Built during the Honda golden years! Only problem owning one of these things now is parts availability. CV Carbs with rubber diaphragms. Get a tear or they perish...good luck with that one.

[@signal_rr]

Love these grey market bikes. Very cool you got to ride one and ride behind a 2 stroke.

[@chinesejeezas1401]

God what an awesome engine note gotta love V4 and Honda

[@BA-op5iv]

DAMN MAN!!...JUST THE SOUND OF THE DOWNSHIFTS IS...THE SOMERHING ELSE TRULLY!!...😏😏😏🫡🫡🫡😳😳😳😳😱😱😱😱😱😱😈😈

[@sugarnads]

For pure sports riding a 250 2 stroke (rgv/kr1s/tzr) or a good 400 4cylinder (gsxr/rvf/zxr) are just the best. Handling, braking, and enough performance. The grin factor is just immense. I still miss my gsxr400 and my rgv.

[@whiteboiwyatt]

Badass bike but come on man GET ON IT! Atleast once, then you’ll really feel the power and hear that motor sing. Next time u ride one of these classics take it to the redline a couple times, it isn’t crazy fast or anything im sure you can handle it.

[@robotserious]

Exactly my thinking, i've just bought one and yes it sounds great at 7k rpm, but take her up top, then it sings

[@dna129]

Man, that thing sounds awesome

[@letthevoidb7608]

The in-line four 400's cbr,zxr,fzr,gsxr and the 250 2strokes nsr,rgv,tzr,kr1s were all great bikes but rvf 400 was the most special and rare back in the 90's.

[@richracing7420]

The nsr250 mc 28 tzr 250 and rgv 250 vj23 2 strokes were much more rare and expensive

[@megapet777]

I have zxr 400 as A2 bike :P

[@ludovicosestilli6654]

I still in love for the RG250 vj22...

[@ahmedmohamedelsayed7983]

Yo i missed you bro❤

[@robertsothmann8110]

I rode one back in 2004. Was really fantastic, torquey and handled well also. I owned the RGV back in 2003 as well. Asia had all the small bike coolness. Try a CBR250RR or the like ( 19k redline!!!) The power is not much but the sound is nuts. :)

[@jackobrien5413]

I daily one of these and it’s an absolute dream of a bike to ride

[@sa3h3d]

Man the sound of this bike is damn good

[@Tyler_Mayhem]

YES MTHRFKER YES. I had one of these bad boys too. Now you've got to come to aus and ride my mc22 k? Good plan.

[@David-rx2to]

Had a '75 CB400F. The bike you road weighs just about the same but has more than 2x the rear wheel HP. Must have been fun. Sounded awesome.

[@captainamerica9353]

David , that would be "bike you rode", and CB400F's are slow. But they are worth serious money.

[@rbfclaboratoryandstudio]

@@captainamerica9353shut up

[@mikesonic29]

What a great Vid! More of these! Maybe Justin has an NR in the back??

[@paper85]

Can tell that youre really enjoying the sound of V4 when you aint talking much

[@NinjaKid1985]

And now imagine driving the real thing. The 750ccm RC45!!! 🤩😍🤩😍

[@michaelwong5356]

Just listening to the sound is worth it.

[@NofreedomofspeechonYouTube]

Thank you for the video make videos like this riding on different roads . It's looks so cool. In my country people and animals jumps out of nowhere. And people not even uses indicators when they are changing lanes and on turning points .

[@ThomiX0.0]

I have had one for a year or so, and needed something to play with after a long time riding the V-max.. This thing is made beautifully and without the limiter goes 210 km/h..so what do you need more? cornering feels very good and invites for max.lean too! braking hard is easy and ..yes a real fun to ride. mine was lost after.. 'I did not see you' ..but if you have one, you wont let it go and enjoy the craftsmanship till up the finer details every time its in the sun!

[@patthewoodboy]

I miss my VFR400 ... a mate of mine rode it and his response "I dont understand why anyone would want to ride a bike like this" English sense of humour :-)

[@qibble455]

I'd love a modern 400/4. Wish honda would do it again. swear it sounds like a 2stroke at times very nice engine.

[@maxwellbricks7202]

No thankyou that makes two of us. I am sure the bean counters in the accounting department would give the thumbs down. Shame

[@edh7492]

Mate, excellent taste!

[@asdfghjklzxcvbnm6874]

that gear driven camshaft is sounds so niceee