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Honda RVF400R, RVF400RR, RVF400RR-II, RVF400RT, RVF400RT-II Parts Catalog

Honda RVF400R, RVF400RR, RVF400RR-II, RVF400RT, RVF400RT-II Parts Catalog – I’m Mike Callahan. Twenty-eight years turning wrenches, and I’ve watched too many guys order a head gasket for an RVF400R and get one that doesn’t fit because they grabbed a generic listing. That’s money wasted and a bike sitting on stands. This is the factory parts catalog. It’s not a service manual. It’s the OEM breakdown that tells you exactly which bolt goes where, and which model variant uses it. If you’re tearing down a VFR or an RVF, you need this on your bench.

Model Identification: Get the Right Parts from Page 1

On page 1 of this 61-page catalog, you get the full model code table for every variant: RVF400R, RVF400RR, RVF400RR-II, RVF400RT, RVF400RT-II. Engine numbers, frame numbers, carburetor IDs – all there. The color codes are under the pillion seat. You’ll need those when ordering body panels or decals. I’ve seen guys skip that step and end up with a white fairing when they needed Ross White (NH-196). Don’t be that guy.

Each sheet shows an expanded view of a parts section, like the cylinder head cover or the injector assembly. Every part gets a reference number that matches a table below the diagram. The table lists part numbers (Honda factory numbers), descriptions in Japanese (the site converts them to English when you enter the part number), the 1997 trade price in yen (ignore that – exchange rates killed it), the specific model that part fits, the quantity used, and the frame number range for mid-production changes.

61 Pages of Factory Exploded Views

You get 53 separate views broken into 6 subsections, covering over 1,350 individual parts. This isn’t a reprint of some aftermarket catalog that guesses at part numbers. This came from Honda’s own system. The diagrams are sharp – you can see the bolt callouts, the gasket shapes, the harness routing. For a DIYer working in a home garage, that clarity saves you from ordering a part that looks right but isn’t.

Cylinder Head Assembly: What the Diagram Shows

Flip to the cylinder head section – page 4 in the original scan. You’ll see part numbers like 12311-MR8-900 (cylinder head cover, front) and 12321-MR8-900 (rear). Each part has a clip, bolt, or gasket listed right next to it. Need the injector assembly? Part number 16211-MR8-900. This is the kind of detail that lets you order everything you need in one shot, not three trips to the dealership.

And the torque specs? Those aren’t here. This is a parts catalog. You want tightening sequences and values, get the factory service manual. But if you’re building an engine from cases up, you’ll use this catalog to pick every seal, bearing, and bolt before you ever touch a torque wrench.

Decoding the Part Numbers: Japanese Text and English Conversion

The descriptions are in Japanese characters. Don’t let that rattle you. When you enter the part number into the site’s Find It Part page, it spits out the English description automatically. The original Honda part numbers are untouched – no aftermarket renumbering. That means you can cross-reference with any Honda dealer microfiche or online parts fiche from that era. I trust OEM part numbers, not some third-party listing that might have typos.

5 Variants Covered: RVF400R, RR, RR-II, RT, RT-II

This catalog covers all five variants. The RVF400R and RVF400RR share frame numbers starting NC35-1000001~. The RVF400RT and RT-II start at NC35-1100001~. Each part table has a column for “applicable model” and frame number references for parts that changed mid-production. If you have an RVF400RR-II, you’ll see exactly which parts differ from the standard RR. That level of specificity is what separates a factory catalog from a generic list.

Don’t rely on internet forums for part numbers. I’ve seen five different answers for a front brake master cylinder rebuild kit. This catalog gives you the one right number. For related models, check out Honda VFR750F 1994 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Breakdown or Honda VFR400R VFR400Z 1989 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual. If you’re into scooters, Honda PCX150, WW150EX 2014 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual has the same factory accuracy.

OEM Factory Print vs Aftermarket Knockoffs

I’ll say this straight: aftermarket parts catalogs scare me. They’ll list a part for “Honda VFR400 (all)” and neglect to mention that the RVF400RT uses a different fuel injector O-ring than the RVF400RR. This catalog came from Honda’s own documentation system. The PDF is a direct scan – no edits, no omitted pages. The automotive industry runs on precise part numbers; for an overview of why OEM data matters, see Automotive Industry Overview. If you’re chasing an electrical part, remember that battery specs and starter motor part numbers are in the service manual, not here – but for reference, Automotive Battery covers general battery types.

Does this parts catalog include torque specifications?

No. Torque specs are in the factory service manual. This catalog lists part numbers and quantities only.

How many pages and sections does it contain?

61 pages with 53 exploded views broken into 6 subsections, covering over 1,350 individual parts.

Can I use this to order parts for my RVF400RR-II?

Yes, the catalog covers all five variants: RVF400R, RVF400RR, RVF400RR-II, RVF400RT, and RVF400RT-II. Every part listing includes a model column that tells you which variant it fits, and a frame number reference for parts that changed during production. On page 1, you’ll find the model and color codes located under the pillion seat. You cross-reference those with the tables to get the right part. For example, the RVF400RT-II has a different frame number start than the RVF400RR-II. This catalog makes that clear.

Is this an aftermarket reprint or a genuine OEM document?

This is a direct scan of the original Honda factory parts catalog. No aftermarket modifications. The document retains the Japanese text and original part numbers. The Find It Part feature converts descriptions to English when you enter the part number.

Look, I’ve been in this trade long enough to know that the difference between a job done right and a comeback is often a single correct part number. This catalog takes the guesswork out of ordering for the Honda RVF400R series. Whether you’re restoring an RVF400RR or maintaining an RVF400RT-II, you need this on your computer or printed out. Access the Factory Manual and start ordering the right parts today.