Evidently a new arrival from overseas, today’s NC23 looks nicely tended, appearing to have just one slip-and-fall in its past.
1988 Honda CBR400RR / NC23 for sale on eBay
The 399cc inline four has gear-driven cams and an early valve timing system, making the 59 hp sleepy below 9,000 rpm and a tiger the rest of the way to the 12,500 redline. The other trademark printed on the fairing refers to the heavily triangulated swingarm, pre-dating the single-sided variety on the NC29. The budget didn’t allow for multi-adjustable suspension, but it did review well, like the dual 275mm brakes. Even though tire availability is better these days, the 17-inch front and 18-inch rear rubber might take some shopping.
With its dash indicating just about 13K miles, this CBR looks very good with bright finishes and just isolated corrosion. Rather new muffler. Seems like the right hand scrapes could be corrected by a good painter, and if it runs well as claimed then maybe the four 26mm carbs won’t need cleaning. “Best livery” and “never imported until now” are the only eyebrow raisers in the the eBay auction comments, the last item about documents indicating that the new owner will be shepherding it through customs and DMV –
Super low miles (odometer in KM)
Just imported JDM original in really nice shape.Runs & rides beautifully. Looks incredible.
This is a very unique model and never imported to the USA until now.Needs – touch up on right upper, mirror, and front fender. Prior owner did not properly repair scratches. Nothing else needed.
All import and clearance documents are provided.
Bill of Sale provided.
Since it brings riders to the brand, Honda’s 400cc home market is intensely competitive, and engineers jammed as much tech into this young person’s ride as the bottom line would allow. The model had a nice run but was only ever a gray import here, few and far between. Quite a few more hp are in the engine, just waiting for a competent shop to let them out. Whether straight to the racetrack or a visit to RSBFS friends at Deftone Cycles for some restoration, this one looks like a great starting point whichever way it goes.
-donn
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