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Honda CB400N Super Dream
76/100 Overall
78 On the road73 As a classic
Classic motorcycle head-to-head
Honda CB400N Super Dream vs Honda CB750 K0
Honda CB400N Super Dream scores 76/100 overall against Honda CB750 K0 on 83/100. On the road: 78–70. As classics: 73–95. Overall result: Honda CB750 K0.
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Honda CB750 K0
83/100 Overall
70 On the road95 As a classic
The numbers
Category-by-category result
| Category | Honda CB400N | Honda CB750 | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| road | |||
| PerformanceDirect comparison of power, acceleration and usable performance across the pre-1990 classic field. | 7 | 7 | Level |
| HandlingSteering, stability, weight and real-road manners. | 7 | 6 | Honda CB400N |
| BrakingDirect comparison of real stopping ability without an age allowance. | 7 | 5 | Honda CB400N |
| ReliabilityEngine, electrics and general dependability when properly maintained. | 9 | 8 | Honda CB400N |
| Ease of ownershipMaintenance, parts supply and access to specialist knowledge. | 9 | 9 | Level |
| ComfortRiding position, vibration and suitability for longer journeys. | 8 | 7 | Honda CB400N |
| classic | |||
| StylingDesign quality, visual presence and period appeal. | 7 | 9 | Honda CB750 |
| Historical importanceInfluence on motorcycling and importance within its era. | 8 | 10 | Honda CB750 |
| Collector appealLong-term desirability among classic motorcycle enthusiasts. | 7 | 10 | Honda CB750 |
| CharacterSound, feel, personality and memorable riding experience. | 7 | 9 | Honda CB750 |
Choose the Honda CB400N if…
you want dependable, comfortable and familiar Honda middleweight transport with excellent parts support and easy ownership.
Choose the Honda CB750 if…
you want landmark engineering, strong usable performance, dependable electrics and easy classic ownership.
Background
History
Honda CB400N
The Honda CB400N Super Dream was produced from 1978–1986 and used a 395cc air-cooled four-stroke parallel twin. Within this comparison library it stands out particularly for reliability, ownership appeal, historic importance. It suits riders who value the qualities described in its original profile rather than choosing by specification alone.
Honda CB750
The Honda CB750 K0 was produced from 1969–1970 and used a 736cc air-cooled inline four. Within this comparison library it stands out particularly for historic importance, collector appeal, styling. It suits riders who value the qualities described in its original profile rather than choosing by specification alone.
Interesting details
Did you know?
Honda CB400N
- Its production span in this library runs from 1978 to 1986.
- The recorded engine description is: 395cc air-cooled four-stroke parallel twin.
- Its strongest comparison scores are reliability, ownership appeal, historic importance.
Honda CB750
- Its production span in this library runs from 1969 to 1970.
- The recorded engine description is: 736cc air-cooled inline four.
- Its strongest comparison scores are historic importance, collector appeal, styling.
Present-day appeal
Collector notes
Honda CB400N
Collector interest is strongest where condition, originality and correct period details support the identity of the Honda CB400N Super Dream. Its library score for reliability is 9/10. Values and desirability can vary substantially between years, specifications and restoration quality, so individual examples should be assessed on their own evidence.
Honda CB750
Collector interest is strongest where condition, originality and correct period details support the identity of the Honda CB750 K0. Its library score for historic importance is 10/10. Values and desirability can vary substantially between years, specifications and restoration quality, so individual examples should be assessed on their own evidence.
Before you buy
Buying checks
Honda CB400N
- Confirm the frame and engine identity match the advertised model and year.
- Check cold starting, smoke, oil leaks and unusual mechanical noise.
- Check vibration-related fasteners, primary drive condition and signs of persistent oil leakage.
- Inspect the frame, wheels, brakes and suspension for wear, damage or poor repairs.
- Verify that important model-specific parts have not been replaced with incorrect later components.
- Review the paperwork, ownership history and any restoration invoices before purchase.
Honda CB750
- Confirm the frame and engine identity match the advertised model and year.
- Check cold starting, smoke, oil leaks and unusual mechanical noise.
- Check carburettor balance, charging output and exhaust condition across all cylinders.
- Inspect the frame, wheels, brakes and suspension for wear, damage or poor repairs.
- Verify that important model-specific parts have not been replaced with incorrect later components.
- Review the paperwork, ownership history and any restoration invoices before purchase.
Period opposition
Historic rivals
Rivals to the Honda CB400N
Rivals to the Honda CB750
Final result
The verdict
Honda CB400N Super Dream wins the direct on-the-road comparison. Honda CB750 K0 wins the classic-motorcycle comparison. Honda CB750 K0 takes the overall result after the road and classic scores are weighted equally.