Honda CB700SC

The CB700SC Nighthawk 700S is a carbureted, air-cooled, in-line four-cylinder motorcycle marketed by Honda solely in the United States for model years 1984–1986, with a standard or neutral, upright riding position, It was a downsized version of the CB750SC Nighthawk S (itself a export version of the CBX750) and was meant to circumvent the tariff laws of 1983-1987. Features included a 6-speed transmission, hydraulic valve lifters, shaft drive, front bikini fairing, gear indicator, 16" wheels and an introductory list price of $3,398.

Honda CB700SC Nighthawk S
ManufacturerHonda
Production1984–1986
PredecessorHonda CB750
SuccessorNighthawk 750 (RC38)
ClassStandard
Engine696 cc (42.5 cu in), four-stroke, air/oil-cooled, inline four
Top speed190 km/h (120 mph) (est)
Power60 kW (80 hp) at 9,500 RPM (claimed)
Torque61 N⋅m (45.2 lb⋅ft) at 8,000 RPM
Ignition typeElectric start
Transmission6-speed shaft drive manual
Frame typeTubular steel full cradle
SuspensionFront: 39 mm air adjustable with TRAC anti-dive
Rear: dual shocks
BrakesFront: dual-disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear: drum
Wheelbase59.1 in (1,500 mm)
DimensionsL: 84.8 in (2,150 mm)
W: 30.7 in (780 mm)
Seat height31.1 in (790 mm)
Weight469.7 lb (213.1 kg) (dry)
516 lb (234 kg) (wet)
Fuel capacity4.2 US gal (16 L; 3.5 imp gal) (0.7 US gal (2.6 L; 0.58 imp gal) reserve)
Oil capacity3.0 US quarts
Fuel consumption42 mpg (US)
RelatedHonda CB750
Honda CB650SC
Honda CBX750P
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