1989 Honda PC800

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One of a kind Honda Pacific Coast PC800You may fine another but none with all these custom featuresextra or new parts, garage kept, personally pampered, Honda serviced,with these low miles The PC800 Pacific Coast is a touring motorcycle manufactured and marketed by Honda between 1989 and 1998. Named after California's Pacific Coast Highway, over 14,000 were sold in North America, Europe and Japan, with a three-year hiatus between two production runs. The bike is noted for its single integrated trunk straddling the rear wheel, full bodywork, and distinctive two-tone paint.Like the earlier Honda Goldwing[1] and later Rune,[2] the Pacific Coast had been conceived and designed by Honda Research America specifically for the US market. Though subsequent Honda motorcycles would feature integral, side-opening trunks According to a 1998 Motorcycle.org article, "when the PC debuted, it was considered a radical bike."[4] The PC800 departed convention with its integral trunk, extensive bodywork and marketing aimed at the "white-collar professional."Marketing[edit]"For some people, a road is more than just a strip of pavement connecting where they are with where they want to be. It's the reason for leaving home in the first place. The Amalfi Drive in Italy is a road like that. The Blue Ridge Parkway is too. And so is Highway 1 in California, that magical ribbon of blacktop that snakes along the very edge of the continent. The place this motorcycle is named for. The Pacific Coast."Honda Pacific Coast Motorcycle brochure, copyright American Honda Motor Co., Inc.[5]In addition to naming the PC800 after an important American highway, Honda reinforced the association between the motorcycle and other notable highways of the world; advertising copy from the 1994 Pacific Coast brochure highlighted the famed Amalfi Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway, along with, of course, the Pacific Coast Highway.[5]Similarly, the name of the lower body color for 1996 model referred to another important road, the Karakorum Highway, the highest international highway in the world.In contrast to motorcycling advertising that emphasized rebellion or exaggerated masculinity, a 1989 30-second introductory television commercial for the PC800 depicted a couple awakening at a stylish waterfront home. She is seen running on the beach, he is seen showering, lifting his Rolex-like wrist watch from the bedside table, fixing coffee – all with a Honda PC800 next to a grand piano in their elegant living room, the waves crashing visibly beyond. The commercial ended with a single shot of the motorcycle at a very calm (i.e., pacific) shoreline carrying the voiceover: "Introducing the Pacific Coast, from Honda. It is the beginning of a new day."Sales over the entire two-part production run averaged under 1,400 sales per year over ten years.[citation needed]Trunk[edit]Unlike other motorcycles that offer detachable side or top cases for storage, the PC800 has an integral waterproof trunk under the pillion (passenger seat). The passenger seat is attached to a single trunk lid that hinges upward to reveal two storage areas that straddle the rear wheel — with sufficient capacity to carry "two full-face helmets and two medium-sized gym bags",[4] or "two grocery bags", or "four plastic bags full of groceries, along with a small bag of dog food."[4] The trunk lid is held up by a hydraulic strut and is controlled by a release mechanism under the lockable fuel filler door.Bodywork[edit]Like other motorcycles with full bodywork, the PC800's plastic bodywork conceals almost the entirety of the motorcycle's mechanical underpinnings — in the manner of a scooter. While routine oil changes do not require panel removal the PC800 owners manual calls for removal and replacement of four panels (two each side) for servicing the spark plugs and seven panels for servicing the battery.The design of the bodywork includes three vents (visible in the photo above) on each side of the bike to cool the mechanicals: a pair of forward vents on the wheel cowling, a lower vent on each side for the transmission, and two larger vents to accommodate the engine's cooling system.In contrast to other motorcycles with full bodywork, the PC800's trunk occupies the full unbroken width of the bike's tailend while the front wheel carries a partial cowling, which reverted to an open fender in 1997-1998 model years. For the entire production run, the bodywork featured a lower-body accent color.Features[edit]Honda outfitted the Pacific Coast as a "low-maintenance motorcycle for daily use" aimed primarily toward first-time motorcycle owners. Riding position is standard or neutral, instrumentation is "automobile-like,"[4] switches and controls are large and clearly marked, self-canceling turn signals were included until the 1997 model year along with a seat height of 30.1 inches (760 mm) and an integrated fairing and windshield. 1989 and 1990 models offered an optional AM/FM radio. Model yearProduction [6]Body color~trim colorNotesMY19896,602Pearl White~Ocean GrayAll years: fender is upper body colorMY1989562Silver~Dark GreyJapan model S/N RC341(J)MY19903,739Candy Apple Red~Griffen Graylight blue option, France and ItalyMY1991----model year not offeredMY1992----model year not offeredMY1993----model year not offeredMY19941,193Black-Z~Griffen Grayradio option no longer offeredMY19951,009Black-Z~Griffen Gray--MY19961,070Magna Red~KarakorumGrayMY96-98: no clearcoat above, MY97-98: no clearcoat below, lower color moulded in, not painted.MY1997713Magna Red~matte blackSelf-canceling turn signals discontinued. Front wheel cowling reverted to fender, minor cosmetic, cost-cutting changesMY1998510 (approx)Magna Red~matte black-- Bike runs like a dream, looks great for it's age, very low miles. (Just buffed and waxed), it has been stored in my garage for years and driven only a couple of times a year but started and warmed up religiously). Recently tuned up always run synthetic gearbox oil, Mobile Premium fuel to keep the carbs clean and running well. You can barely tell when it runs. Smooth and quiet. Newer tires Metzeler Marathon ME880 and battery (serviced by a local Honda Dealer), included is the rubber tire saver mat to keep the concrete from leeching oil out of your tires and causing dry rot. Custom Harley shop pin striping, very nice touch to the bike it makes it not so bland and it stands out. I have a new windshield I never installed included as well. Custom seating both for the driver and the passenger. Not sold anywhere both manufactured years ago and no longer available. Seats have recently been reupholstered. Everything works fine. Front brake pads are new (serviced by a local Honda Dealer), rears are fine (inspected by a local Honda Dealer.) Honda PC 800 Features conceived and designed by Honda Research America : Engine - 800cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine produces impressive low-end and mid-range power over a broad rpm range.- 45 degree V-twin engine design contributes to a low center of gravity and allows generous cornering clearance.- Honda's unique dual-pin crankshaft design combined with a rubber-mounted engine offers low vibration and impressively smooth power deliver.- Two 36mm constant-velocity (CV) carburetors provide crisp throttle response at all rpm.- Dual spark-plug cylinder heads and three-valve-per-cylinder technology offer excellent combustion efficiency for high fuel mileage and optimum power.- Maintenance-free hydraulic valve adjuster system.- Maintenance-free, automatic cam-chain tensioners.- Smooth-shifting five-speed transmission.- Maintenance-free hydraulic clutch never needs adjusting.- Digital electronic ignition.Chassis- Specially designed steel frame places the engine low for a high degree of maneuverability while allowing substantial cornering clearance.- Fully integrated bodywork and laminar air-flow fairing offer superb aerodynamics and provide excellent wind and weather protection.- 42mm front fork with dual Syntallic bushings offers a controlled, compliant ride.- Rear suspension offers easily adjustable four-way spring preload for varying conditions.- Powerful dual front disc brakes with twin-piston calipers.- Torque Reactive Anti-dive Control (TRAC) reduces front end dive during braking.- Quiet, smooth and efficient shaft drive is virtually maintenance-free.- Specially designed cast alloy wheels.- Wide, low-profile, high-mileage tubeless tires.- Quiet two-into-one exhaust system. - Smooth reliable shaft drive (serviced by a local Honda Dealer)- Water cooled (flushed and serviced by a local Honda Dealer)- Honda Accura style Dash & Gauges- Honda designed engine blanket and exhaust fan to guide heat away from driver and passenger out the faring side vents for the summer heat- Factory faring- Silver Wing weighs two thirds the weight of a Gold Wing- Touring- Twin V engine 4 plug design- Usable watertight trunk (Great for your laptop bag / Small baggage or Shopping) - Automatic blinker reset when handle bars are turned straight- New custom, Hagon Twin Nitro Shocks (rear shocks), the ride is incredible (Installed by a local Honda Dealer)- Bike has both a main stand and a side kick stand Buy it now price includes: Included is at least $1000 dollars plus of stereo gear and bike accessories. Most new sitting in a box. 4 nice speakers for the faring and attachable in the rear ( I planned on mounting them to the Givi with detachable speaker connectors under the case). Marine amplifier, cables, handlebar holder for a cell phone, etc. The head unit and Amp mount in the bike trunk. It is impossible to fine a Honda Pacific coast Givi luggage box, detachable with a carrying handle. Givi stopped selling them 10 plus years ago, also included a brake light kit to be installed (I was going to make the brake cable detachable for the Givi carring case) I never got around to installing the stereo equipment and some of the accessories. Additional Motorcycle Accessories And Stereo Gear - Lockable cruise control lever (needs adjusting)- Custom backrest seating both for the driver and the passenger (driver backrest can fold backward on a hinge. It is not fixed as some are, very nice feature for access)- Givi detachable lockable travel trunk with carrying handle with 2 helmet storage (2 helmets not included) Visit http://giviusa.com/givi-products/cases/monokey-cases- Givi brake light kit- Givi top travel bracket to strap things down- Givi back rest (no longer needed with the upgraded passenger seat)- Honda Factory backrest and hardware////extra project backrests- (2) New Marine Kenwood head units (1 spare) - New matching Marine Kenwood Power Amp- Matching new cabled (integrated) Marine remote I was thinking top tank mounting since it's hollow above the actual tank for easy view and control. I believe it's lighted.- New replacement Honda 4 inch coaxial speakers for front Faring- New Pair of Kickers. I intended to mount them to the rear Givi- Various cables for installation- Expensive cell phone handle bar holder- 2 New windshields- Extra stock main seat and is very clean- New cover if ever needed to reupholster- New front brake pad- Factory Honda trunk light ...never installed Kenwood KMR-700U Head Unit & Amplifier Description (2) New KMR-700U Marine Kenwood head units (1 spare) New matching Marine Kenwood Power Amp Matching cabled (integrated) Kenwood Marine remoteProduct Highlights:General features:marine digital media receiver with built-in amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)no internal CD player — plays MP3, WMA, and AAC music files from your iPod and other external sourcesspecially sealed against the elements for use in the marine environmentbuilt-in MP3 player pocket for protection from the elements3-line white on black LCD displaycompatible with optional wired remote controlAudio features:dual-zone audio3-band parametric equalizer with 7 preset sound curvesSupreme setting for improved compressed audio file playbackspeaker settings function for matching speaker sizefront and rear high-pass filtersubwoofer low-pass filter, phase, and level controlExpandability:built-in iPod controlcompatible with satellite radio tuner (built-in SIRIUS DirectConnect adapter)inputs: USB input, auxiliary inputoutputs: 6-channel 4-volt preamp outputs (front, rear, subwoofer)General FeaturesFunctions: iPhone/iPod USB direct control, built-in SIRIUS DirectConnect interfaceWatts: 200W (50W x 4)Controls: Volume knob, arrow keys, 14 buttonDisplay Type: Full dot-matrix white LCD multi-line displayDimensions: 7 3/4"W x 3 9/16"H x 7 3/8"Tuner: DigitalFace Design: Electronic detachableRemote Control: Optional KCA-RC55MR Wired Remote (can connect up to three)Waterproof Rating: : IPX5 splash-resistantWarranty: One yearAudio Features4.0V 3 PreoutsSource Tone MemoryRear AUX Input with Input Sensitivity AdjustiPhone/iPod USB Direct Control The KMR-700U receiver connects seamlessly with most iPods and the new iPhone 3G via the built-in USB Direct Cable. Features include:Alphabet SearchPercentage SearchSkip SearchReverse BrowsingAll Random PlaybackSupports Audio Content Including Content Purchased From iTunes With DRMSupports Up To 12Mbps transfer speedsPowers and Charges Compatible iPhone/iPodsCompatible models include:iPhone 3GTouchiPod ClassiciPod Video (5th/6th Gen)iPod Nano (1st/2nd/3rd Gen)Must update iPhone/iPod using iTunes for the latest Apple firmwareUSB FeaturesInternal USB 2.0 Input for thumb drives and compatible external HDDBuilt-In Sirius DirectConnectThis interface makes it easier and less expensive to add a Sirius SC-C1C tuner or a SC-VDOC1 car dock cradle for your portable Sirius tuner. Note: With the addition of the custom passenger backrest the Givi case mount top plate not the mounting bars will have to be modified/extended toward the rear of the bike several inches with flat piece of square aluminum or steel drill 4 holes, bolt the helmet top plate attachment to the mod and the mod to the mounting bars in order to slide the case on the mounting bracket without interference from the passenger backrest. Not a large project. Again something I have not gotten around to in order to currently use the case. The only one small issue is a small crack on one of the mirror cases from being stored.Can easily be fiber-glassed and painted I've owed the bike for 14 Plus years. Garage kept. The bike is beautiful to drive, accelerates smoothly, handles smoothly, never failed to start, usually starts first push of the starter . Go Honda design engineering, just a wonderful bike. I've biked my entire life and never driven such a unique and refined motorcycle. Everyday or highway driving it is nothing short of exhilarating. I posted a picture of a PC800 bike my year with a trailer as an example of the fun you can have with these bikes. There is no trailer. No shipping Local Pickup Only Cash Payment upon pickup only The only reason for selling is mine and my wife's age.