1982 Honda CB900C review from United States of America
"Cool!"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Absolutely no problems. This is a great bike! I have, however, just developed a small oil leak around the oil pan, but no worries.
General comments?
This bike runs really well. I'm currently riding 110 miles back and forth to work, mostly on 4-lane highways. The bike just purrs along, 4500 rpm @ 70 mph. I do think I should get a more comfortable seat for this kind of riding.
The bike has a Vetter Windjammer IV fairing and vented windshield and also a Vetter trunk. It's great for hauling groceries or anything else. The 10-speed transmission and 4 into 4 exhaust make for cool features of the bike. Too bad the previous owner thought to use an SOS pad to clean the exhaust pipes!
My main complaint about this bike is that if you let it sit for more than a week without riding, it is very cold blooded; it turns over fine but does not fire immediately. My mechanic told me that Honda's were known for this and the '82 CB900 was the worst. With it currently being a daily driver, I have no problems starting it.
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 | Best bike I have ever owned! |
 | Competent bike in an urban environment |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Acceleration marks | 9/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 19500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 28600 miles |
| Date of Entry | 11th August, 2008 |