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The '''CM450A''' was a [[motorcycle]] made by [[Honda]] in 1982 and 1983. It was based on the [[Honda CB400|CB400]] and [[Honda CM400|CM400]] models (1978-1981), especially the CM400A Hondamatic (1980-1981). It had a 447cc SOHC parallel twin engine with two [[carburettor]]s and a 2-speed transmission with a [[torque converter]]. It was not a full automatic, however, because the rider had to manually shift between low and high. It is called automatic because there is no clutch required due to the torque converter. The chain-driven CM450A had a top speed of 90 |
The '''CM450A''' was a [[motorcycle]] made by [[Honda]] in 1982 and 1983. It was based on the [[Honda CB400|CB400]] and [[Honda CM400|CM400]] models (1978-1981), especially the CM400A Hondamatic (1980-1981). It had a 447cc SOHC parallel twin engine with two [[carburettor]]s and a 2-speed transmission with a [[torque converter]]. It was not a full automatic, however, because the rider had to manually shift between low and high. It is called automatic because there is no clutch required due to the torque converter, and shared the [[Hondamatic]] trade name with Honda cars that had true automatic transmissions. The chain-driven CM450A had a top speed of {{Convert|90|mph}} and weighed {{convert|413|lb}}.<ref>{{cite book|title=Shiftless Biking - Suzuki vs. Honda|year=1983|publisher=Rider Magazine|pages=4|date=November 1983}}</ref> Both models had a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. The suspension consisted of two shocks in the rear and telescoping shock-absorbing front forks. The gas tank had a {{Convert|3.4|gal}} capacity. The exhaust was routed through a separate pipe and baffle on each side of the motorcycle, although both exhaust pipes shared a plenum under the motor. It had an electric start with a [[kick start]] as well. |
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The Hondamatic was available in two colors for 1982: Candy Muse Red with Candy Antares Red on the gas tank and side cover, or Candy Empire Blue with Candy Dark Blue on the gas tank and side cover. In 1983 it was available in Black with Achilles Black on the tank and side cover, or Candy Regal Brown with Chestnut Gold on the tank and side cover. |
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The CM450A was a motorcycle made by Honda in 1982 and 1983. It was based on the CB400 and CM400 models (1978-1981), especially the CM400A Hondamatic (1980-1981). It had a 447cc SOHC parallel twin engine with two carburettors and a 2-speed transmission with a torque converter. It was not a full automatic, however, because the rider had to manually shift between low and high. It is called automatic because there is no clutch required due to the torque converter, and shared the Hondamatic trade name with Honda cars that had true automatic transmissions. The chain-driven CM450A had a top speed of 90 miles per hour (140 km/h) and weighed 413 pounds (187 kg).[1] Both models had a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. The suspension consisted of two shocks in the rear and telescoping shock-absorbing front forks. The gas tank had a 3.4 US gallons (13 L; 2.8 imp gal) capacity. The exhaust was routed through a separate pipe and baffle on each side of the motorcycle, although both exhaust pipes shared a plenum under the motor. It had an electric start with a kick start as well.
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