Honda CB 1000 Custom - 1983 Specifications and Reviews
The 1983 Honda CB 1000 Custom is a powerful sport-touring machine built for riders seeking a blend of performance and comfort. Its air-cooled 1000cc inline-four engine delivers impressive mid-range power ideal for highway cruising and spirited riding alike. Known for its reliable DOHC technology and smooth shaft drive, this bike combines classic styling with practical sport-touring capabilities.
1983
General information | |
| Category | Sport touring |
| Year | 1983 |
| Model | Honda CB 1000 Custom |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 10-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Max RPM | 9500 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 1000.00 ccm (61.02 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Exhaust system | 4 to 4 |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear suspension | Air Shocks |
| Front suspension | Air Forks |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track25%
City45%
Cornering45%
Daily Riding60%
Touring72%
Passenger65%
Rider Profile
| Best For | A rider with some prior experience on mid-to-large displacement bikes will feel most at home, as the shaft-driven 1000cc four is substantial and rewards a confident, measured riding style. |
| Purpose | This machine suits riders who want relaxed, long-distance cruising and boulevard-style presence more than outright sport performance. |
| Rider Fit | Its air-cooled inline-four and cardan shaft drive add noticeable weight, so riders benefit from reasonable strength and height for low-speed maneuvering and parking lot handling. |
| Character | It has the character of an early-80s Japanese sport tourer with custom styling cues, offering smooth, torquey power delivery and understated shaft-drive reliability rather than razor-sharp agility. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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