The 1990 Honda CB-1 from Japan was powered by a 399cc DOHC inline-4 producing 57hp at 12000rpm. Weighing 168.0kg (370 lbs) and with a seat height of 770mm, it was aimed at naked riders.
The 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS by contrast offered 347cc of 2-stroke twin YPVS power, delivering 59hp at 9500rpm. Tipping the scales at 141.0kg (311 lbs) with a top speed of 195km/h (121 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1990s motorcycles represent peak analog engineering before electronics took over. Original, low-mileage examples are beginning to appreciate.
Specifications Comparison
| 1990 Honda CB-1 | 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 399 cc | 347 cc |
| Power | 57 hp | 59 hp |
| Torque | 32.0 Nm | 37.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 195 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 168.0 kg | 141.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 183.0 kg | 155.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 770 mm | 780 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1385 mm | 1355 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 L | 16.0 L |
| Gears | 6 -speed | 6 -speed |
The Verdict
These two machines serve fundamentally different purposes. The 1990 Honda CB-1 is built for versatile street riding and daily commuting, while the 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS targets aggressive cornering and track-day performance. On paper, the 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS's 59hp trumps the 1990 Honda CB-1's 57hp, but raw numbers don't tell the whole story in such different segments. Choose the 1990 Honda CB-1 if you value versatile street riding and daily commuting; pick the 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS for aggressive cornering and track-day performance.
About the 1990 Honda CB-1
Introduced in 1990, the 1990 Honda CB-1 features a 399cc DOHC inline-4 engine producing 57hp, establishing itself as a notable naked bike.
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The 1985 1985 Yamaha RZ350 YPVS is a 347cc twin-cylinder sport bike that became one of Yamaha's most memorable motorcycles of the 1980s.
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