1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1998: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 3 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 28 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
2 of 6 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield and rearview mirrors/devices.
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The tall windscreen from Honda has an optical defect that causes distortion looking through the screen. This is amplified if there is any vibration of the windscreen during normal operation.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-18
Tires
2 of 6 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 6 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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When attempting to accelerate the motorcycle took off, sudden acceleration, causing unwanted speed, and resulting in loss of vehicle control. Driver was ejected from the motorcycle. Also, motorcycle did not not shift.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-01-21
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
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Engine stalls going over 60 MPH causing vehicle to skid.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-11-18
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection
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- Visibility: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Honda Honda Motorcycle have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.