Honda CB 750 C - 1980 Specifications and Reviews
The 1980 Honda CB 750 C is a classic middleweight cruiser that appeals to riders seeking comfortable, reliable everyday transportation with timeless styling. Its air-cooled 748cc inline-four engine delivers smooth, predictable power ideal for both experienced and novice riders. Best known for Honda's legendary build quality and straightforward engineering, it remains a popular entry point into vintage motorcycle ownership.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1980 |
| Model | Honda CB 750 C |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 62.0 x 62.0 mm (2.4 x 2.4 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Power | 72.00 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 748.00 ccm (45.64 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Starter | Electric |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
77 hp
Peak Power
5.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track25%
City55%
Cornering45%
Daily Riding60%
Touring55%
Passenger55%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders with at least some prior motorcycling experience who can manage a heavier, cruiser-styled machine with a DOHC inline-four engine. |
| Purpose | Designed as a stylish custom cruiser that blends relaxed cruising comfort with a genuinely sporty four-cylinder engine underneath. |
| Rider Fit | The bike's substantial weight and low-slung cruiser ergonomics favor riders of average to taller height and moderate upper-body strength for slow-speed maneuvering. |
| Character | A charismatic early-80s Japanese custom bike that pairs cruiser attitude with the smoother, higher-revving character of an inline-four rather than a V-twin. |
| Not Ideal For | Not a good fit for riders seeking off-road capability, aggressive sport-bike cornering performance, 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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