1979 Honda CB750K
Born in 1979, the 1979 Honda CB750K is a 748cc four-cylinder standard motorcycle producing 73hp from Honda.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- SOHC inline-4
- Displacement
- 748 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 73 hp @ 9000 rpm
- Torque
- 59.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 62.0 × 63.0 mm
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Fuel System
- 4x Keihin carburetors
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front Suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear Suspension
- Twin shock
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Drum
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top Speed
- 190 km/h (118 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 230 kg (507 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 248 kg (547 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 810 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 17.0 L
History & Story
Honda's 1979 Honda CB750K arrived in 1979 as a standard motorcycle designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Japan, it quickly earned recognition as a capable standard motorcycle from the 1970s.
At the heart of the 1979 Honda CB750K sits a 748cc SOHC inline-4 engine producing 73 horsepower at 9000 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with air-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Keihin carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1979 Honda CB750K suspends its 230 kg (507 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and drum at the rear, with a 1480 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1979 Honda CB750K achieves a claimed top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 17.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for standard motorcycle duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
At the heart of the 1979 Honda CB750K sits a 748cc SOHC inline-4 engine producing 73 horsepower at 9000 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with air-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Keihin carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
Built around a steel double cradle frame, the 1979 Honda CB750K suspends its 230 kg (507 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and drum at the rear, with a 1480 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1979 Honda CB750K achieves a claimed top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 17.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for standard motorcycle duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Known Issues
- Carb synchronization needed regularly
- Charging system can be weak on early models
Fun Facts
- The 1979 Honda CB750K was produced in Honda's Japan facilities
- The 1979 Honda CB750K featured a steel double cradle frame typical of 1970s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Good
- Collector Rating
- 5/10
Resources & Parts
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