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HONDA CB900F TIMELINE 1979 CB900 F-Z – chassis #SC01-2000042 The first of the CB900s to hit Europe. Designed specifically with the UK and EU markets in mind, one of the first Japanese machine to be conceived this way. Prior to this the US played a large part in development. 1980 CB900 F-A – chassis #SC01-20100001 Distinguished from the earlier Z by the modified forks that have linked air caps on top of each leg. The Comstar wheels were also reversed so they look similar but are in fact inside out. CB750K engine drawing 1981 CB900 F-B – chassis #SC01-22000028 Single piston front brake calipers replaced with slightly more powerful twin pots. A vacuum type tap replaces the fuel tap. Small gearbox changes give smoother shifting. New discs reduce vibration. Was introduced into the US with great success. 1981 CB900 F2-B – chassis #SC01-4000342 Faired version of the standard B model, the fairing features a new design of headlight, a quartz clock and also a voltmeter. CB900F switchgear 1982 CB900 F-C – chassis #SC09-2000017 Revised front master cylinder and caliper brackets. New engine mount designed to damp out the mid range vibration. Anti-dive forks are used for the first time. Remote remote unit rear dampers. Balance pipe joins both silencers. 1982 CB900 F2-C – chassis #SC09-4000424 1983 CB900 F-D – chassis #SC09-4100001 Cosmetic changes. 1984 CB900 F2-D – chassis #SC09-4100811 Faired version of the D. A potent 16v engine Sharing your passion facebo ok.com /Caffein eAndCla ssics