Honda Reportedly Will Launch CBR With 4 Cylinder Engine In Japan

Illustration of CBR400R Four. (Doc. Greatbikers)

Honda is rumored to be making a new four-cylindrical motorcycle known as CBR400R Four, referring to Honda registration for trademark submission to Japan's intellectual property rights office.

Quoting from the Greatbikers page, Tuesday, September 10, according to local media reports Young Machine, it was reported that Honda submitted a brand proposal last August.

Based on the report, it is argued that the trademark 'CBR400R Four' proposed by Honda refers to CB750 Four, a legendary model in late 1960, can be said that Honda will create a modern four-cylinder supercylinder motorcycle.

In addition, it is possible that Honda Japan will produce this sports fairing motorbike, considering that currently there is a Honda CB400 Super Four as a naked with a modern retro nuance.

It is predicted that the Honda CBR400R Four will be equipped with various modern features, including the Slipper Clunch, Track Control, Throne by Wire, and E-Clutch which will be available on the 650 Series.

According to information obtained from trusted news sources, it is possible that Honda will develop this new model in China for the main reason, namely lower production and development costs.

As is known, Honda currently offers CBR400R, but it is still powered by a 399cc parallel-twin engine. With the presence of the model, there is speculation that the name will be used by the latest product that will be a direct competitor to Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R.