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Honda CMX450

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Manufacturer
  
Honda

Class
  
cruiser

Honda CMX450

Production
  
1986-1987; later models were also made during the 20XX's

Engine
  
447 cc (27.3 cu in) SOHC 4-stroke vertical parallel twin engine

Power
  
38 bhp (28 kW) @ 8000 RPM

Transmission
  
6-speed, wet multi-plate clutch, chain drive

The Honda CMX450 "Rebel" was a motorcycle manufactured by Honda for model years 1986 and 1987. In contrast to the Rebel 250 250cc cruiser, it has a 450cc engine. The introduction of the Rebel 250 and 450 has been cited as a way for Honda to attract female riders, new to motorcycling, due to these bikes' low seat heights, low center of gravity, and overall ease of handling; however, the September 1985 issue of Motorcyclist magazine, when the Rebel was first introduced, states "by targeting the bike to a young audience, such as those who watch MTV, Honda hopes to attract newcomers and expand the motorcycle market ... Honda is not marketing this motorcycle as a woman's bike". It has a single disc brake in the front and a drum in the rear. The only gauge is a speedometer that includes gear recommendations based on speed; there is no tachometer. The transmission is a standard down-1st, up-2nd to 6th. The 6th speed acts as an overdrive.

References

Honda CMX450 Wikipedia