My first bike as an adult was a Honda Magna 750 model 1999. I purchased it from a local dealer in the spring of 2000. I traded it in for a Yamaha FJR late summer of 2004.
Technical specifications
| Model | Honda VF 750 C Magna, model 1999 |
| Category | Cruiser |
| Engine type | 748 cc, water cooled, 90° V-4, 4-stroke |
| Cylinder dimensions | 79 mm (bore) x 76 mm (stroke) |
| Valves | 16 (4 per cylinder) |
| Power | 87 hp (9000 rpm) |
| Torque | 69,6 Nm (7250 rpm) |
| Gearbox | 5 speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Front tyre | 120/80-17 |
| Rear tyre | 150/80-15 |
| Front brakes | single 316 mm disc, 2-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | 180 mm drum |
| Seat height | 710 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1660 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 l |
| Dry weight | 229 kg |
Accessories installed prior to purchase
- Wide yankee screen
- Sissybar
Accessories added
- Five Star luggage rack
- 2 Givi E21 Cruiser side panniers
- Givi E51 Maxia top case with back rest
- 2 Givi E360 Monokey side panniers
- Cycle-istiC Billet Handlebar Risers
- Cycle-istiC Passenger Peg Relocation Kit
- Mustang Vintage Wide Touring seat
- Scottoiler Touring Kit chain oiler