HONDA MAGNA 700/750, 1982-1988
The V-Four engine was very prominent in Honda's early 80's line-up, with the Interceptor's, Magna's and Sabre's. The V-Four design had only been used a few times in the history of Motorcycles, most noteably by Matchless. The concept probably came about as a loose derivation from the NR500 oval pistoned V-Four racer. The V45 engine was remarkably narrow, being only 16 inches wide, and had perfect primary balance, making for a smooth engine. In 1985, Honda sleeved down the engine in response to tarriff rate hikes for 750's, and the Magna became the VF700C. In 1988 it grew back to 750cc. Various mechanical and cosmetic changes were introduced over the years, but the basic core of the Magna remained the same. In 1987, the 700 engine produced 80bhp@9500rpm, with torque of 46ft/lb's@7500rpm. Wet weight was 529lb's.
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Our 'MOTORCYCLE REPORT' on the Magna 700/750 contains all the articles listed below. The Report is 82 pages long in total, and costs $21 (additional reports on other machines receive a discount, and would be $16 each). The Report is comprised of laser printed 'reprints' of the original articles. The report is covered in high quality stock and is spiral bound. Alternatively, you can now get the Report in FULL-COLOR on CD or via download, in PDF format. The CD/download version gives you full flexibility; you can print in excellent quality, view on screen with full clarity and with all the navigation tools. To order in either format, click HERE.
1981 Cycle World 'What's New for '82' Intro 3 pages
1982 Cycle Guide 'What's New In '82' Intro .5 page
1982 Cycle World 'The V45 Magna' Ad 1 page
1982 Cycle 'Honda V-Four' Tech 8 pages
1982 Cycle 'Honda V45 Magna' Test 9 pages
1982 Cycle World 'Honda V45 Magna' Test 8 pages
1982 Cycle Guide 'Honda V45 Magna' Test 4 pages
1982 Cycle Guide 'Honda's V45 Engine' Tech 4 pages
1982 Road Rider 'What You See Is What You Get' Test 3 pages
1984 Cycle 'New for 1984' (No changes) Short .5 page
1985 Cycle Guide 'Honda '85' (Cosmetic changes) Short .5 page
1985 Cycle Guide 'Honda VF700C Magna' Test 2 pages
1987 Rider 'Magna' Short .5 page
1987 Cycle 'Honda VF700C Magna' Test 7 pages
1987 Cycle World 'One Look Tells You Everything' Test 6 pages
1987 Road Rider 'In The Eye Of The Beholder' Test 4 pages
1987 Rider 'Two Wheeled Workhorse' Test 2 pages
1988 Cycle 'The Bruiser Brothers' Comp 10 pages
Various Letters/Accessories (problems etc) Letters 5 pages
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