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(Hondamatic Pictured Above) This is a motorcycle picture of a 1978 Honda CM-400-A Hondamatic that I had the pleasure of owning and sold last year. I could write a book about these little machines and I won't be surprised if I end up with another one at some point; perhaps in the 750 version too. For those unfamiliar, these wonderful motorcycles had a 2 speed semi-automatic transmission that you could shift but didn't require a clutch. Also, you could just put it in high and ride the whole day like that without shifting at all. At that point, it was fully automatic and the only time you would shift was to put it in neutral when you came to an extended stop. Totally your choice. They could do about 65-75 miles per hour in the 400-450 size so they are primarily in town motorcycles....great for commuting or just in town crusing. The 750 version could also be used comfortably for longer trips. They looked great, similar lines and look to the ever famous Honda Rebel. This is a perfect motorcycle for those learning to ride who are uncomfortable with a clutch. They are small and light, handle nimbly, and got around 50-60 mpg. They are perfect for women too who are not big of stature, perhaps not comfortable with a clutch, and who really want to ride. An amazing concept that honestly would do Honda good to reinstate. I suspect cost of manufacture ended up putting this wonderful machine on the shelf.

Another motorcycle picture of yet another Honda CM-400-A motorcycle I had the pleasure of owning. This particular example was a 1980 model with such low miles it might as well have been new. If memory serves me correctly, I have had 4 of these wonderful motorcycles at some point or another.

Here's a picture and article on my last hondamatic, this being a beautiful 1981 model with extremely low miles. Check link below.

My Beautiful 1981 Honda CM400a Hondamatic

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