What category is the 1980 Honda CB900 Custom?

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom has a Category of Custom / cruiser.

What is the engine size of the 1980 Honda CB900 Custom?

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom has a Capacity: of 902.00 ccm (55.04 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1980 Honda CB900 Custom have?

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom has a Engine type of In-line four, four-stroke.

Is the 1980 Honda CB900 Custom air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom has a Cooling system of Air.

How many gears does the 1980 Honda CB900 Custom have?

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom has a Gearbox of 10-speed.

Honda CB900 Custom - 1980 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1980 Honda CB900 Custom
Brand: Honda
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

The 1980 Honda CB900 Custom appeals to riders seeking a stylish middleweight cruiser with genuine performance credentials. Built around a robust 902cc air-cooled inline-four engine paired with shaft drive, it delivers reliable power and smooth handling characteristics. Best known for blending custom aesthetics with functional engineering, the CB900 Custom suits riders who prioritize both classic styling and practical everyday rideability.

⇄ Compare against another bike 📅 All Years

1980

❮❯

Add/Upload pictures for this motorcycle

General information
Category	Custom / cruiser
Year	1980
Model	Honda CB900 Custom
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	4 into 4 chromed steel
Clutch	wet plate
Transmission type,final drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	10-speed
Cooling system	Air
Ignition	CDI (Transistorized Pointless Inductive ignition... Electronic Ignition... capacitor discharge ignition)
Fuel control	DOHC
Fuel system	Carburettor. 4 32CV Keihin
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x stroke	64.5 x 69.0 mm (2.5 x 2.7 inches)
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	902.00 ccm (55.04 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear suspension	Air adjustable hy
Front suspension travel	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Front suspension	Air adjustable low friction bushing

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

4.8s

0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track25%

City50%

Cornering45%

Daily Riding60%

Touring62%

Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with at least some experience, since the big air-cooled four and shaft drive make for a heavy, torque-reactive machine at low speeds.
Purpose	Built for relaxed cruising and boulevard style riding rather than outright performance, blending a sporty DOHC four-cylinder engine with custom cruiser ergonomics.
Rider Fit	Its substantial weight and low-mounted custom bars make it easy to sit on but demanding to muscle around in tight parking or slow maneuvers.
Character	A classic early-80s Japanese muscle cruiser, pairing an eager inline-four with laid-back styling for a unique blend of smoothness and presence.
Not Ideal For	Not the right choice for riders wanting sharp, flickable handling or any genuine off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.