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Honda CB400Fk, CB400Fk-II 1989 Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever ordered a “fuel tank decal” for a Honda CB400Fk and got the wrong shade of blue, you already know the value of this Honda CB400Fk, CB400Fk-II 1989 Parts Catalog. I’ve watched guys waste an afternoon and a full tank of gas chasing aftermarket parts that don’t fit. This book stops that nonsense. It’s the original factory print – 82 pages of Honda’s own part numbers, color codes, and frame/engine management tables. Nothing aftermarket, nothing guessed.

Color Code Identification: Matching Paint to Part Number

Page 2 of this catalog shows you exactly how Honda labels body colors. Candy Wave Blue U (PB-161C-U) and Italian Red (R-157) are listed with their photo numbers and the specific decal part numbers – 87565-KAF-670 ZA for the blue tank decal, 83607-KV3-300 ZB for another. The manual includes a color photo reference and a COLOR LABEL table. If you’ve got an original bike, you can look at the frame sticker, find the code, and order the correct part the first time.

That “color label” system is something aftermarket catalogs ignore. They’ll sell you a “CB400Fk decal” that could be from any year. Honda printed this book so a dealer or owner could match the exact hue. For a restorer or a guy who cares about resale value, that’s the difference between a passable bike and a correct one.

Frame and Engine Number Location: Where the Numbers Tell the Truth

On page 5, the catalog diagrams where to find the engine serial number (NC23E-1200001~) and the frame number (NC27-1000001~) for both CB400Fk and CB400Fk-II. It also lists the carburetor identification number (VG06A). Why does that matter? Because some parts – like carburetor assemblies – are managed by engine number. If you order a needle jet for a CB400Fk but your engine falls into a later range, you might get the wrong size. This catalog tells you the exact number range and which parts apply.

I’ve seen guys pull a carb apart, measure jets with a drill bit, and still end up with a lean stumble. With this book, you look up the engine number, find the right carburetor series, and order the genuine Honda part. No guessing, no radio interference from a wrong part.

Parts Indexing: How to Use the 82-Page Catalog

The table of contents splits into five sections: preface (まえがき), engine (エンジン), frame (フレーム), part number index (部品番号索引), and part name index (部品名索引). That’s only 82 pages, so it’s a tight reference. You won’t find 500 pages of service procedures – this is a pure parts lookup. It’s meant to be on your bench next to the parts washer, not in the glove box.

The part number index lists everything from fuel tank decal assemblies (17500-KAF-000 ZA) to front fender comps (61100-KAF-000 ZC). Each entry shows the code (ZA, ZB, ZC) which corresponds to the color and model. Without that code, you’re guessing. With it, you dial the dealer’s counter and read off the number. Done.

Carburetor Assembly Management by Engine Number

Page 5 also notes that “carburetor assemblies are managed by engine number, but component parts are managed by carburetor number (underscored).” Honda stamped the carburetor number on the unit itself (位置 DKAF-B). That means if you need a pilot screw, you don’t just order “for CB400Fk” – you need the carburetor series. This catalog gives you the cross-reference. Without it, you’re stuck calling three dealerships and hoping someone reads microfiche backward.

3 Reasons to Choose OEM Documentation

First: aftermarket parts catalogs often combine multiple years into one generic list. Honda’s original publication is year-specific, model-specific. Second: the color coding system is proprietary – no third-party reprints duplicate the COLOR LABEL and photo number matrix. Third: the torque specs and hardware part numbers are not in this book (it’s a parts catalog, not a service manual), but the genuine fastener part numbers are. If you need a bolt that holds the front fender, you get the OEM number, not a grade-8 substitute.

I keep a copy of the Honda VFR750F 1994 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Breakdown on the next shelf, same reason: accuracy. For Honda singles, the Honda VFR400R VFR400Z 1989 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual covers the RC30-era. And for modern scooters, the Honda PCX150, WW150EX 2014 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual follows the same format.

External context: Automotive Industry Overview notes that OEM parts catalogs are the last word in accuracy. And if you’re dealing with battery terminals, the Automotive Battery guide can help, but this catalog won’t list a battery – it’s a frame and engine parts book.

FAQ

Can I use this to order parts directly from a Honda dealer?

Yes. The part numbers are the genuine Honda reference. Give them the number and the color code, and they’ll pull the correct part.

How do I decipher the color code labels shown in the catalog?

Page 2 shows a COLOR LABEL table with columns for model, color name, code (e.g., PB-161C-U), and the corresponding decal/fender parts. You locate the label on your motorcycle’s frame (位置 DKAF-C), read the code, then cross-reference to the part number. For example, Candy Wave Blue U uses code PB-161C-U, and the fuel tank decal assembly is 17500-KAF-000 ZA. The manual also includes photos of the actual colors – useful if the label has faded or if you’re matching paint for restoration. Don’t rely on your eyes; the catalog’s printed swatches are close but not exact, as noted on page 3. Always verify with the label first.

If you’ve got a CB400Fk or CB400Fk-II from 1989 and you want the right parts without the runaround, this catalog is the tool you need. Access the Factory Manual now and stop wasting time on wrong orders.