Thank you for seeing video. Each motorbike which you own is stimulative. Probably, you know the wonderfulness of the motorbike of both which appear in this video. And probably, it was pleasant to be difficult restoration of your VFR. Since I am a Japanese, I am proud of the Japanese motorbike being valued.
Hi George. Thanks your comment! As the camera caught, CB400 Super four is very fast motorcycle. also sound is exciting. VFR is very old bike,but has the best chassis for the race. The owner of this bike seems to be working on improving the rear suspension now;)
excellent riding! that was super intense to watch, it must have been thrilling for you to be chasing and being chased. I have CB400 but would exchange with VFR400 in a heartbeat. Dream bike right there
This cb400sf was faster than our vfr400 as fact. There are many variations cb400sf as you know. Some Mania retrofitting into cam gear train using the parts of the engine of cbr400rr in Japan.
Wow, awesome video! I own a CB400 Super 4 myself and I must say. That Super 4 is surely fast! Not to mentioned, the VFR400 is quick to catch up even if is an old bike.
Thank you for your comment. As you pointed out, problem with the shift-up. Timing of clutch operation and accelerator operation is not correct. You gave me advice how my friends also do not use the clutch. However, this bike is very bad move of the accelerator, it would need a lot of excercise.
Thanx Josh! I'm enjoying this bike. However, availability of parts has been difficult in Japan too. As can be able to ride a long period of time as much as possible this bike, we stopped use for the race. So, my team has decided to use the KTM 690 DUKE-R to race this year.
Great vid. The funny thing is I own a 1996 CB400 Super Four a 2003 GSXR1000 and a 1889 VFR400 NC30. I fully restored the VFR two years ago as I got it from a scrap yard. It's now a fine bike to ride. The only thing I don't like about it is the charging system. Apart from that I think it's one of the best sports 400cc bikes you can get your hands on :)
Sorry, I don't know , because CB is not a possession of my team. In this race, extension displacement more than 500cc is not allowed, but other modifications are not limited. Probably, CB would not stock.
It is maintained by some experts of repair although these motorbikes are not shipped newly. These motorbikes were common around 20 years ago, and we the Japanese were too insensible to the thing. By the way, your video is very interesting! The unique scene of Japan which we have overlooked is introduced. I would also like to study English and to send an everyday scene of Japan like you!
Thank you for the comment. Yes, the performance of CB400 Super Four was very high. And the engine conditions of old VFR were not perfect. In the official record, the maximum speed was 207 km/h. Enjoy!
hi a few questions ,1 where is the track,cause its a great road course,i was looking at any vids concerning the cb400 4 as i love the smaller bikes, i rode a rvf 400 in the mid 80,s and thought that this was the bike to have would pull from 5/6 k and to the red line , i would buy a vfr but they were never imported in the us so that is why i am looking at the cb400 super four, in the 70,s i had a 400/4 supersport that was a great little bike too i still have a 92 vfr750 and will never sell it as there is something about the v fours .
Hi Alan. It is a "Sports land SUGO" The name of this track. WSBK had been held on this track in the past. By the way, preference of your bike is interesting. I think very pleased that you love the bike that was made in Japan. It is regrettable not import of new "CB400 Super Four" in the United States. :( I hope you enjoy the VFR. Ride safe ;)
Thank you Josh, your words encouraged me! Google translator is my good English teacher. By the way, Does "Pocky" mean Glico Pocky? It's sold at 140-150 yen in Japan.
Hi there, like the video! Just wondering, how hot does the bike run off the track normally? Am having some overheating problems with mine, within 15 mins it's max temp.. thanks! Ed
I am no VFR400 expert but, does your radiator get warm? If not then check thermostat isn't stuck shut, other option might be that the water pump isn't pumping. HTH
CBR400 is I4 cam drive, CB400SF is a I4 motor with chain drive. NC23 CBR400 engine is the base for the CB400 engine, Smaller cams and lower compression plus chain drive is the CB400 engine.
The VFR is very old now so it won’t have 60HP anymore. CB400 would’ve lost less power so the power is probably similar, if not in favour of the CB. It did seem like the VFR caught up in the corners but doesn’t have the power to keep up in a straight line.
