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All Bikes/Compare/Honda Hornet 750 vs Honda Cb400

Honda Hornet 750 vs Honda Cb400

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Honda Hornet 750 Honda Cb400
Horsepower (hp)
92 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
75 Nm
39 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
190 kg
175 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
92 hp @ 9,500 rpm
53 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
75 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
39 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h (estimated; Honda does not officially publish a top speed figure)
180 km/h
Weight
190 kg (wet/curb weight)
175 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L, typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No

Individual Reviews

Honda Hornet 750
Honda Hornet 750
8.5/10

"A genuinely brilliant middleweight that rewards riders who push it."

Pros
+Class-leading electronics package
+Strong mid-range torque delivery
+Neutral, forgiving chassis
Cons
Stock seat punishes longer rides
Occasional early throttle hesitation
Limited wind protection
Honda Cb400
Honda Cb400
8.5/10

"The benchmark middleweight — buy the best example you can afford."

Pros
+VTEC system genuinely transforms character
+Bulletproof reliability when maintained
+Exceptional fit and finish
Cons
VTEC solenoid fails expensively
Parts sourcing can be difficult
Grey import paperwork complications

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EBC FA45 Organic Base Replacement Front Brake Pads Fits Honda CB400 CM400 CB650 CB750 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982
Brake Pads
EBC FA45 Organic Base Replacement Front Brake Pads Fits Honda CB400 CM400 CB650 CB750 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982
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Shinko 712 Tire Set - Compatible with Honda CL/SL350K CB400A/T CB/CL450K CB500/550/750 - Tires Only
Tires
Shinko 712 Tire Set - Compatible with Honda CL/SL350K CB400A/T CB/CL450K CB500/550/750 - Tires Only
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Mighty Max Battery YTX9-BS Replaces Honda ATV TRX300EX TRX400EX 300EX 400EX CBR900R RR
Battery
Mighty Max Battery YTX9-BS Replaces Honda ATV TRX300EX TRX400EX 300EX 400EX CBR900R RR
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NICHE Drive Sprocket Chain Combo for Honda CB400 Super Four Front 15 Rear 44 Tooth 525VM-X X-Ring 108 Links
Chain & Lube
NICHE Drive Sprocket Chain Combo for Honda CB400 Super Four Front 15 Rear 44 Tooth 525VM-X X-Ring 108 Links
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HONDA MOTOR OIL 10W30 QT (PACK OF 2)
Engine Oil
HONDA MOTOR OIL 10W30 QT (PACK OF 2)
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Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
Helmet
Full-Face Motorcycle Helmet
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Riding Gloves
Gloves
Riding Gloves
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Mesh Riding Jacket
Jacket
Mesh Riding Jacket
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Riding Boots
Boots
Riding Boots
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Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
Chain Lube
Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit
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