Honda CM 400 T vs Honda Shadow 400 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CM 400 Tstacks up against the Honda Shadow 400. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CM 400 THonda Shadow 400
Model year19832016
Price
Engine395 cc398 cc
Horsepower43 hp31 hp
Torque33 Nm
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Two-piston calipers, hydraulic
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-18 / 4.60-16 120/90-17 / 160/80-15

Honda CM 400 T vs Honda Shadow 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CM 400 T and the Honda Shadow 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CM 400 T brings 43 hp, while the Honda Shadow 400 counters with 31 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: