Honda CB 450 N vs Honda CB 450 SC (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 450 Nstacks up against the Honda CB 450 SC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 450 NHonda CB 450 SC
Model year19881985
Price
Engine447 cc447 cc
Horsepower43 hp43 hp
Weight176 kg
Fuel capacity4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3.60-19 / 4.10-18

Honda CB 450 N vs Honda CB 450 SC — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 450 N and the Honda CB 450 SC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 450 N brings 43 hp in a 176 kg package, while the Honda CB 450 SC counters with 43 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: