2022 Honda CB400X And CB400F Makes Global Debut
Despite being more affordable than their 500cc counterparts, CB400X and CB400F are unlikely to
arrive in India anytime soon Honda has officially unveiled its new 400cc duos- CB400X and CB400F
at the ongoing Shanghai Auto Show in China. As the name suggests, the former is an adventure
tourer and the latter is a naked streetfighter. Both motorcycles are toned down versions of their
500cc counterparts. In fact, Honda CB500X recently went on sale in India and has been able to impress
a large section of riders with its simplicity, robustness and reliability. The bike duo is slated
to go on sale in China in the coming months as a 2022 model. But the question arises why the need
for a toned-down version of the 500X and 500F? The reason being in countries like Japan and China
medium-sized two-wheeler driver’s licence only permits vehicles with a displacement up to 400cc.
Hence, downsizing the engine will help Honda reach a wider section of consumers especially
the entry-level riders. In terms of styling, both models look near identical to their
respective elder siblings. CB400X Styling & Features Starting with 400X, it retains its
adventure styling from 500X although it gets a new L E D headlamp setup which is not as flashy
and sharp as the latter but still very likeable. The 400X also rides on a smaller 17-inch front
wheel instead of 19-inch alloys present in 500X. Like its 500cc counterpart, CB400X also
gets L E D position lights on both sides for added appeal. Like other contemporary adventure bikes,
CB400X also receives a proper ADV stance thanks to longer suspension travel, high ground clearance,
relatively tall saddle height and higher set handlebar positioning. However, like 500X it
is unmistakably a road-biased tourer. Feature highlights include a digital instrument cluster,
a tool-adjustable windscreen and a hazard light switch. Despite being more affordable
than its 500cc rivals, the CB400X and CB400F are unlikely to arrive in India, and soon Honda will
officially launch its new 400cc Duos- CB400X and CB400F at the Shanghai Auto Show in China.
As the name suggests, the former is Adventure Tourer and the second is ***** Street Fighter.
The price of two motorcycles is less than 500cc. In fact, the Honda CB500X has recently been sold
in India and has been able to impress a large number of riders with its simplicity, durability
and reliability. The twin bikes will go on sale in China in the coming months as a 2022 model.
The question arises as to why a tone-down version of the 500X and 500F is required.
The reason for being in countries with middle-class two-wheeler driving licenses,
such as Japan and China, is that only vehicles with displacements up to 400cc are allowed.
Therefore, lowering the engine will help Honda reach a wider segment of consumers,
especially entry level riders. In terms of style, both models look similar to
their older siblings. CB400X Styling and Features Starting with the 400X,
it retained its adventure styling from the 500X, although it did have the new L E D headlamp setup,
which was not as bright and sharp as the latter, but still very attractive. The 400X500 runs on
a smaller 17-inch wheel instead of the 19-inch alloy. Like its 500cc counter, the CB400X also
gets L E D position lights on both sides for extra appeal. Like other contemporary adventure bikes,
the CB400X also gets the right ADV attitude for longer suspension travel, higher ground clearance,
relatively longer saddle height and higher set handle bar positions. However, like the 500X,
it’s a tow truck that goes off the road. Featured highlights include a digital instrument cluster,
tool-adjustable windscreen and risky light switch. CB400F Styling On the other hand,
the CB400F gets a styling update similar to its older siblings with a few minor tweaks.
As an aggressive ***** streetcarser in Lo Tulk, it offers a split-style seating
arrangement with muscle bodywork. The new L ED headlamp makes the new CB400F very aggressive.
Aerodynamic features are enhanced by the presence of inlet vessels in the tail section,
as well as reduced fairness in the front. Other styling highlights include a slightly aggressive
traveling pose with a flat handle bar and a muscle fuel tank. For its part, the CB400F
is very lightweight and weighs only 188kg. The Powertrain specs fall into the Powertrain segment,
with two motorcycles operating with a smaller 399cc parallel-twin motor, which is a smaller
version of the 471cc parallel-twin unit over the 500cc siblings. With a 180 degree crank,
the motor delivers 44.2bhp and 37Nm of peak torque and is mated to a six-speed gearbox.
Both models share the same suspension setup with traditional telescopic forks at the front and
mono-shock units at the rear. Braking functions are performed by single disc brakes at both ends.
The new 2022 Honda CB400X is ready for another round of improvements. Honda has recently unveiled
this bike and stated that the official launch of the CB400X and CB400F should happen at Shanghai
Auto Show in China. According to the latest information, the upgraded model features a
new bodywork covered with red accents, camouflage patterns, and a blacked-out theme. We also expect
the same treatment to follows other models like the CMX500 Rebel cruiser, CB500F naked-sports,
CB500R sports model, and CB500X dual-sport. Like the outgoing bike, its successor is still equipped
with the 399cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine making 45hp and 38Nm of torque.