tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post116256845362043061..comments2024-02-23T21:05:00.572-10:00Comments on Race the Sunset: The Honda PC800 Pacific CoastRalph F. Coueyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06434244155358774163noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-14315121287019684282021-11-10T07:43:21.365-10:002021-11-10T07:43:21.365-10:00Estou comprando um PC 800 1996Estou comprando um PC 800 1996Clodinei Jose Marchiorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04211569717019644808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-7644345814536087082021-11-10T07:42:11.146-10:002021-11-10T07:42:11.146-10:00Estou comprando uma PC800.Estou comprando uma PC800.Clodinei Jose Marchiorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04211569717019644808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-29677121776763196132021-11-10T07:40:50.566-10:002021-11-10T07:40:50.566-10:00Estou negociando a compra de uma PC800 1986.Estou negociando a compra de uma PC800 1986.Clodinei Jose Marchiorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04211569717019644808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-40056404861093014472019-06-19T15:53:26.635-10:002019-06-19T15:53:26.635-10:00Terrific writing there my friend. I own a 99 st110...Terrific writing there my friend. I own a 99 st1100 and am in love with the thing but you’ve got me wanting one of these as well.. and not because you’re a good salesman and have managed to enable my wants, but because the info seems honest, informed, and objective. Very well done. There’s one for sale right around the corner with 10k on it.. might be poorer soon!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-71032447974626751732015-11-29T07:49:18.890-10:002015-11-29T07:49:18.890-10:00just bought a pc800 w 5200 miles on it 1998 in sho...just bought a pc800 w 5200 miles on it 1998 in showroom condition i have installed iridium spark plugs and front whitewall tire , plus put on another 2400 trouble free miles must say probably one of the best bikes i have owned will be adding upgrades as time goes by. with no intention of selling will be leaving to my son or daughter mic o pegs will be my next additionAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-35203255305093123272015-09-07T10:08:01.980-10:002015-09-07T10:08:01.980-10:00Back in the day when these first came out all I di...Back in the day when these first came out all I did was turn my nose up at these as I was to much interested in the big Gold Wings. Fast forward 26 years.<br />I found an 89 at a local repair shop that was in for fluid changes. Pristine with only 10.800 miles on it. I told a friend about it and he to fell in love with it. (You just can't find a mid class Japanese touring bike with shaft drive.) I bought it for all the wrong reasons because if I didn't buy it my buddy had cash in hand for the bike.<br />Four months later I have just over 17.000 miles on this bike & I just love it! What a gem! Honda sure fell on there face when marketing these!<br /><br />Couple months ago while riding with our group we spotted what may of been another PC Hiding behind some tall grass at a garage sale. We went back & sure enough there was a 96 with just 14.000 miles on it. I went to get my buddy & brought him to the bike & he bought it on the spot! What are chances of finding another low mileage PC in your own back yard!<br /><br />We both have put on Clearview windshields & Mic O Pegs. Gonna have alot of fun for years to come! For the most part my 650 Burgman & 78 Goldwing ......sit.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-50205370236744017682015-03-17T05:57:11.835-10:002015-03-17T05:57:11.835-10:00Great read. I just bought one last week with 19k. ...Great read. I just bought one last week with 19k. Getting 46mpg it's has become my new favorite. Just don't tell my goldwing. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07482197603648920328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-88138772645011928392013-12-06T10:09:19.444-10:002013-12-06T10:09:19.444-10:00Your article has pushed me over the edge. I have b...Your article has pushed me over the edge. I have been intrigued by the PC for years. I love streamlined motorcycles and own a BMW R1100rt and a 1948 Indian Chief. I had a BMW K1, but sold it before I killed myself. I always seemed to be going 100+ on every ride. I am going to look seriously for a Pacific Coast. The bikes I have enjoyed most were the quiet ones. Thanks for a great article that fills me with confidence about the PC.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-32740375882097958262013-11-21T22:54:46.403-10:002013-11-21T22:54:46.403-10:00i am old user of bike and since last five year i a...i am old user of bike and since last five year i am using <a href="http://www.ozstoc.com" rel="nofollow">honda st1100</a>. this bike has good performance with good mileage.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10320990459239084832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-34729051715306446262013-09-26T23:36:22.768-10:002013-09-26T23:36:22.768-10:00I have read so many content concerning the blogger...I have read so many content concerning the blogger lovers except this post is in fact a pleasant piece of writing, keep it up.<br /><br /><br />Here is my weblog <a href="http://www.TheEugenePartybus.com" rel="nofollow">Eugene Charter Service</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-76448688482927262442013-09-15T08:12:04.984-10:002013-09-15T08:12:04.984-10:00I have just bought my second PC800. I am picking i...I have just bought my second PC800. I am picking it up at my dads up in Scotland next week. I live in Liverpool,England.<br />I let the first one go to complete a project I was working on CBR400RR based on the CB1100R concept bike. Anyhow, the bike is fantastic an is now on ebay. The PC has been purchased and delivered a 94 model, I have not even seen the bike other than photos my dad took.<br />I loved the first one which was imported from Hollywood Honda, California. It was a special edition with built in Kenwood radio etc. <br />The wife and I toured Scotland and Ireland on her last year, I rode her daily rain or shine even in light snow, never missed a beat, I never got cold or wet. The best bike I ever owned and I have had many from 1976 until now.<br />Cant wait to get the new PC home strip her, do the forks, shocks brakes etc. and have many more miles of pleasure.<br />Oh by the way I am an engineer as well, and as such appreciate a superb piece of engineering.<br />It does everything a motorcycle should.<br />You can commute, tour, cruise, scratch. It isn't the best at any of them, but can do them all very well.<br />R Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-32156176866610502132012-12-27T21:29:01.959-10:002012-12-27T21:29:01.959-10:00Hi, I really like your post you done a great jobs ...Hi, I really like your post you done a great jobs . Thanks for sharing valuable information. Thanks for sharing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-84997767963142788932012-11-01T16:35:24.755-10:002012-11-01T16:35:24.755-10:00Bought a new PC800 in 94.First 4 years I put about...Bought a new PC800 in 94.First 4 years I put about 60,000 miles on it. Installed a Corbin seat and backrest after first long trip to St. Louis. Made a big difference. One front fork seal started leaking but was replaced by Honda dealer under their standard 3 year unlimited mileage warranty. Only problem I ever had. Even original battery lasted over 9 years Use to ride to Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Dr about 3 Sundays a month. Usually good for a 700 mile day every time. Rode every backround and twisted road I could find. PC800 handled everything I could dish out and seemed to enjoy the rides as much as I did. Even the 2400 mile 4 day trip to Tulsa, OK and back. Sometimes cruising on interstates at 85-90mph(to keep trucks from running over me). This bike seemed to settle down in it's own grove over about 75 mph and was smooth as silk at all speeds. A company called Saeng TA made a molding that slipped on the top of the windshield that threw the air about 2" higher. This took care of the wind buffeting for the passenger at highway speeds. Had some Goldwing trunk rails mounted on the top sides and back fo my trunk that were great for tying things downn for long trips. I was the guy that had extras for everyone when the weather changed and no one else in the group had room for extra gloves, rainsuits, etc. Loved the Metzlers but not everyone knows they take a LOT higher air pressure than the Dunlops. Never noticed rain or bridge grates with them. Was preparing for double knee replacement several years ago and figured I better sell it at that time. Decision I have regretted ever since. By the way, I called mine "Cool Runnings" from the movie about the Jamaican Bobsled team. Means "Peace Be The Journey". Don't ever sell a PC800! You'll never find another bike like it! Another Bill from Virginiaanother Bill from Virginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12932854103418022465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-91851039071642372172012-07-17T03:28:22.174-10:002012-07-17T03:28:22.174-10:00Excellent article! I've been saying the thing...Excellent article! I've been saying the things in it to folks for years.<br />I still own and daily drive my 1990 Candy Red PaCo. Starts first time every time, purrs like a little kitten, and zooms me around just fine. I've only had it tuned twice, and I'm only on my second battery. I added the passenger backrest and the "wing" as my options when I bought it. I later added the extra-height windshield as it comes to exactly where I want it as opposed to the original. It's been all around the East Coast, from VT to Asheville NC. It was way ahead of its time and fits with what the newbie Harley owners want these days.John Scalzonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-86820738258829212522012-03-10T16:02:30.709-10:002012-03-10T16:02:30.709-10:00I have owned over 30 motorcycles in my life. ( I w...I have owned over 30 motorcycles in my life. ( I will be 54 this summer, 2012 ) I recently purchased an 09 Triumph Sprint St in Phantom Black. (what a bike!) Two weeks later, ( yesterday ) I bought a clean 1998 pc 800 with 26000 miles for $2700. I have always admired this bike, and find I really do enjoy riding the nerdy little thing as much as my torquey, wonderful Trumph triple. I have always enjoyed relatively problem free bikes that included 4 cx 500 s, and a 2000 vfr. I bought the pc 800 with the intent of flipping it for an $800 profit or so, but, I may keep it around.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-18127263388943733122012-02-04T16:09:05.351-10:002012-02-04T16:09:05.351-10:00I happen to see one last year(an 89) and it caught...I happen to see one last year(an 89) and it caught my fancy. The 89 was not in the best of shape so I looked around and found a 98 with 6500 miles on it. (had to go 1500 km to get to it) Careful inspection showed it was original miles and had not been around the clock. Bought it, rode 4000 miles last summer, everyone with a smile. Where have you been all my life. I hope to have this bike as long as I am riding.Fundy Ridernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-75023777054626074872012-01-23T12:25:44.596-10:002012-01-23T12:25:44.596-10:00I fell in love with the looks of the PC in the mid...I fell in love with the looks of the PC in the mid-90's, but was not a rider at all. I bought an old nighthawk in '09 to learn how to ride and started looking for my own PC as soon as I discovered I could ride,sort of. I found one painted a beautiful sky-blue and 2 days later was riding it the 400 miles home! After tracking down and replacing the bad rectifier, I have put 14,000 miles on it in the 1 1/2 years since. Rode it to Denver and back last August(2500 miles) and was not the least bit sore after 4 hard days of riding! I told wife and kids they will have to do something with it when I'm gone because I'm riding it till I'm done!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-17616880571988503002012-01-18T02:16:53.164-10:002012-01-18T02:16:53.164-10:00I didn't know this bike existed until I saw on...I didn't know this bike existed until I saw one at the 2011 VJMC annual show, at Uttoxeter racecourse, in the UK.<br />Up until that time, I owned a 1977 Honda CB400/4 F1 model, which I'd bought to enjoy riding during my retirement years, as I'm now 66 years old.<br />I used to ride a 400/4 back in the late 70's/early 80's, which I simply adored, but sadly sold it, due to the needs of a growing family wanting 4 wheeled transport.<br />After buying my 'new CB400/4', my Grandson asked me which bike would be my 'Dream Bike', and when I told him I would have loved to own a Honda Pan European ST1100, he proceeded to find one, without my knowledge, on Ebay. Needless to say, I bought it, because it was in perfect condition, very low mileage, and a 'steal' at the price.<br />So there I was, thinking things couldn't get much better, when I'm suddenly looking at this 'so unusual', and gorgeous looking PC800, and I was instantly 'totally Smitten'.<br />We found one, again on Ebay, for a ridiculously low price, perfect condition 1998, 8700 miles, and there was never any doubt that after a 'test drive in a cul de sac', that we were meant for each other.<br />'Timmy' as it's known, now resides in my garage, along with 'Tommy', his big brother (the Pan European), whilst my CB400/4 lives in my workshop, alonside my son's 'Baby blade', a Honda CBR400RR.<br />When compared to a Pan European, I find the PC800 is a more comfortable, and less stressful ride.<br />Having said that, the ST1100 is one fabulous tourer, but I much prefer the PC800, and yes, it does cause a stir, from both bikers, and the general public,especially when you open the boot!!<br />Anyway, I'm totally happy with all 3 of my bikes - they're all favourites to me - the CB400/4 is purely for nostalgia, although is fun to ride - The ST1100 is an out and out tourer, and the PC800 is just the best bike I've ever ridden.<br />To close my comments, I'd just like to add, that I'm not an 'out and out biker', but I enjoy the bikes for what they give me - freedom.<br />This summer,I'm going to visit my brother, who lives 300 miles away, in Scotland. I was going to go on the Pan European, for it's touring capabilities, but that's been changed, as I'm now determined to go on the Pacific Coast.<br />Why? Because it's just the best!!<br />By the way - thanks for a fabulous article.<br />Mike - Chesterfield - EnglandAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-9071344969374322622011-12-16T08:40:37.611-10:002011-12-16T08:40:37.611-10:00I recently purchased a '94 PC800 as a retireme...I recently purchased a '94 PC800 as a retirement present to myself. I am a newbie to the PC world and found your description/history of the PC one of the best on the internet. I bought my PC from a neighbor who treated it like his first born child. Even with 47k miles it looks and rides like a new bike...garage kept, covered and never ridden in the rain. Year round riders might think that's a bit wimpy but it sure kept the bike clean. I'm looking forward to putting another 47k on it.Bill from Virginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13203307181669325465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-47258507880634690062011-11-08T12:36:23.214-10:002011-11-08T12:36:23.214-10:00Great article! I bought my 94 PC new and have ridd...Great article! I bought my 94 PC new and have ridden it since with no problems. It just gos and gos. I will never own another bike.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-28448042172345412982011-11-05T13:30:17.807-10:002011-11-05T13:30:17.807-10:00Came across your blog through a FB post (of Honda ...Came across your blog through a FB post (of Honda PC800 of course!)VERY informative! I have been living in New Zealand for over 30 years now (originally from Germany)and after more than 20 odd years without a motorcycle, but looking for one for about 2 yeras I got back into the saddle again last year by buying a '98 PC800. My beloved called it snickeringly ""attack of midlife crisis" but enjoying the occasional ride with me.<br />Bikes I owned in the 80's included a Honda CB900F Bol d'Or and a CX500Turbo, which i both loved at the time , but i must say the Pacific Coast perfectly fits my style at this time of my life, and of course NZ is a beautiful counrty for lengthy bike trips, as there is so much to see. Also became a menber of a motorcycle club, called "Ulysses" whose motto is "...Grow old disgracefully!" and and age minimum of 50 to join as a full member! Lots of fun, rides and cameradery.wolfymarcellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17955949694950375557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-49805522697133645192011-10-25T06:40:17.534-10:002011-10-25T06:40:17.534-10:00Thanks for the information. A 1997 PC800 just show...Thanks for the information. A 1997 PC800 just showed up on the local used car lot in Los Alamos (aka, the "lemon lot") that I stopped to look at this morning. Not knowing anything about the bike, I got on the web and found your site.<br /><br />My interest goes to its reliability and function. My last bike was a 1979 CX-500 to which I added an Aero faring (this was back circa 1982). That bike was the definition of reliability. Being back on the continent from a career in Hawaii, I'm looking for another set of wheels.Khalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11866897914538110672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-52513609810096775752011-08-30T13:25:10.745-10:002011-08-30T13:25:10.745-10:00Great review: it gets posted & reposted across...Great review: it gets posted & reposted across the InnerWeb, so you should feel proud! 2 things tho', from the hardward description: #1, Mikuni isn't part of Honda's keiretsu, so I suspect that you really meant to write "Keihin" when you were describing what carburetors it comes with. Also, the PC800 has a good, old-fashioned double sided swingarm, it's just that the shaft drive runs inside the tube on one side. Other than those niggles, I liked your review very much!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-14127682279359240952011-08-08T07:11:15.854-10:002011-08-08T07:11:15.854-10:00Thanks for your wonderfully discerning article, Ra...Thanks for your wonderfully discerning article, Ralph. the year was 1997 and I was hunting for a mid-sized bike after selling my BMW R100G/S PD Classic (i know, I know, the last of it's kind - it was a pain to sell it but I moved back to Singapore from Perth, Australia and couldn't bring'er with me).<br /><br />I came across the PC800, tried it in the tight industrial estate workshop-ridden alleys (the industry and insurance practice here discouraged 'try before you buy' - weird but true!. And yes, it was comfy but the look just didn't cut it for me. I just couldn't see the engine. I ended up with the last (current?) euro CB750. Had to rig up Givi panniers and top box for practicality. <br /><br />Speeding up through 14 years: a GpZ900 Ninja, BMW K100, V-Max, and a Surly Long Haul Trucker later (I 'upgraded' to a touring bicycle for 7 years after my thirsty 10km/ltr V-Max died.) , I've come back to motorcycling.<br /><br />I sought a buddy, a bike reviewer, advice on an advertised PC800. He recommended it vehemently to me saying THAT is the bike for YOU. He gave me heaps of tips and I went to check it out. It was too expensive for what it was, but when I rode it again after all these years, I realised what i was missing. My search started. It was either the PC800 or the Deauville. Either or. <br /><br />Then I came across this 87,000+ mile piece in pristine knick two weeks back. 1997 model. It's 2011 now. Couldn't expect too much of it. wondered if it already ran round the clock. I started the engine and it purred. Because the compression is so low, the motor'll hold up so mileage for the age seemed reasonable. <br /><br />Your article has been very insightful for me. Assuring is another word. 300,000 mile? After my K100 at 200,000 +, I believe you. <br /><br />I'm now the growing fanatic of this absurdly wonderful pleasure of engineering which makes me ask myself why didn't I go for it 14 years back????!!!!<br /><br />Why not? I'll share: Life's full of experiences for us to savour. There are very few things I have regretted. I've taken the long road many a time, and for this one, 4 bikes after makes this experience all the more sweeter. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Ralph, I really appreciate them. Cheers!<br /><br />tt<br />Singaporewhitepomfrethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15022163909981944426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37070886.post-2809439831862262992011-05-27T21:00:13.712-10:002011-05-27T21:00:13.712-10:00I am writing this at 3:00 a.m. I purchased a '...I am writing this at 3:00 a.m. I purchased a '98 PC800 on Ebay and I have to wait 3 more days and drive 6 hours to go get it. Until then I am enjoying blogs like this until I can experience the ride myself. I will use it mainly for commuting 85 miles each way to work in Michigan, and then hopefully do some touring on the weekends. Thanks for all the positive comments, which have allayed all my fears of buying without riding.Magoonoreply@blogger.com