SOLD - 1995 NC35 RVF400 w/ valid CA plate

[thenewwazoo]

The time has come to sell my RVFlette.



What's it like to ride? Here, let me quote myself:

The bike rides like nothing else I've been on. It's not razor-sharp. I don't have it set up that way, and probably won't ever do. But it turns in so nicely. And once it's leaned over, it might as well be straight up and down for as much correction as you can give. Mid-corner line changes are a dream. I also didn't find it rewarding to toss the bike around. Not like a big bike in that way. It's all about smooth. Brake late because you can (and you can brake so, so deep), trail brake as much as you want and it won't bite you. Roll the throttle on early - torque is flat like Kansas and predictable like sunrise. There's a rush of power at about 12,500 but it builds so gradually all the way up from about 6,000 that you can scream out of an exit or lug it and it won't care.

By the fifth session, I was really starting to get a feel for the bike. The bike is sublime. Life is good.

I am a golden god.

Why is there an S1000RR in my way?

For those who haven't met her, I chronicled her loving restoration right here on BARF. It's a long read, so I won't judge you if you don't read it all the way through.

Here's what you need to know:

• 400cc V4 360-degree firing order built by Honda back when they were the best. It's like an RC45, but small.
• A bunch of trick parts. Too many to catalogue, and more than I remember.
• Full exhaust includes a stock muffler for Laguna Seca days
• Fresh tires, fluids, and other consumables. The bike is ready to ride as far as you can.
• Some spares, including an unobtanium mint-condition fuel tank
• A 100% valid California plate

That last item is key, and the reason I'll only sell it to a California buyer, please. If it ever loses that plate, it'll never get it back. The paper work is legit, I've had it non-opped and re-opped (the reg is currently valid), and insured it with no issues (currently with Hagerty).

Some bikes are special. This is one of those.

$14k. I think that's a fair price.

SOLD. After a years of failed plans to ride this bike as much as it deserves, it's time to find it a home that will treat it right.

 

[Lonster]

Am I the only one who cant see the pics? Can I get a link please?

 

[tuxumino]

if I right click on the icon for the pic and choose open in new tab I can then see it

 

[thenewwazoo]

Alrighty, pics should be restored. Stupid bug.

One thing I wanted to make totally clear, since it's implied in the build thread but not stated explicitly: The bike is 100% ready to ride. All the fluids are fresh as of a few months and maybe 400 miles ago. The GPR-300 tires are the same age, and scrubbed in but haven't seen track time. I wouldn't hesitate to ride it to a track, ride a track day, and then ride it home. Except for the fact that I'm too old and wise for such stupid ideas.

 

[Maddevill]

I used to import NC30 and NC35 from Japan. Outstanding bikes and a joy to just listen to and even better to ride.

Mad

 

[wildwhl]

Fantastic beasts…I feel like I may have fondeled this one once.

WW/R

 

[lkosewsk]

I rode it for half a day on Skyline and multiple roads intersecting skyline and can confirm it's a fantastic little beast that will give you a funny, pleasant feeling in your peepee (or equivalent) while riding.

There is no terror pulling back on the throttle, there is just becoming one with the harmonious sound of 12k+ RPM as part of normal operation.

It's so light it's almost like riding a bicycle, except you're whizzing past all the other cyclists even if you're out of shape like I am. This bike is well sorted and will be missed.

 

[thenewwazoo]

After failing to ride this bike for yet another season, it's time to get serious about selling her.

I've lowered the price and I'm motivated to sell. Someone, take this bike home.

I'm working on restoring the pics in the build thread. If you're interested and can't wait, let me know and I'll make them available to you.

 

[thenewwazoo]

I found some notes I took:

Brakes:

RC30 310mm front brake rotors

Brembo 4-piston single-pin narrow-mount calipers

PLOT racing Brembo caliper mounts

Braided steel brake lines (front and rear)

CBR1000RR radial brake master cylinder

HRC tube rear brake reservoir



Controls:

CBR600RR clutch cable perch

CRG RC2 levers

SES two-piece aluminium clip-ons (zero rise)

1/4-turn R6 throttle tube

Renthal soft grips

CBR250RR (MC19) tachometer and temperature gauge



Engine and fuelling:

Petcock modified to disable vacuum operation

Carb restoration by OldSchoolCarbs of San Jose, CA

Viton carb seals

Rick Oliver “road” carb needle kit

HRC NC35 carb slide springs

HRC radiator header bottle

SamcoSport silicone cooling hoses

HRC CDI w/ 16,500 RPM rev limit

Full Tyga exhaust



Suspension, frame, and fairing:

Evolution Motorcycles front suspension with custom valves and Race Tech springs

Penske 8983 rear shock w/ remote reservoir, +12mm length and 850# spring

Rick Oliver monoposto aluminium subframe

Full Tyga carbon fiber fairings w/ enduro-style headlight cutout

Un-cut tail undertray

Vortex GC210K V3 gas cap



Electrical:

Shorai LFX09A2-BS12 lithium-ion battery

Rick Oliver GSXR1000 generator conversion w/ lightweight rotor

Un-cut wiring harness with all lights and switches

 

[thenewwazoo]

She's gone to a good home. I think the buyer was a bit surprised at just how enthusiastic I was for him to own her, but he'll understand the first time he rips through the gears and hears that wail.