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The 1964 Honda RC164 four is a little bit lower and lighter than its predecessor [[Honda RC163|RC163]]. Power output is increased to 48 bhp at 14,000 rpm, red line at 15,000 rpm. No further changes.
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The 1964 Honda RC164 four is a little bit lower and lighter than its predecessor [[Honda RC163|RC163]]. Power output is increased to 48 bhp at 14,000 rpm, red line at 15,000 rpm. No further changes. This 1963 World Championship 250cc GP machine
The 3RC164 is a six cylinder with the same configuration as all the other Hondas. Bore and stroke are 39 x 34.5 mm for a total capacity of 247.3 cc. Ignition is by a transistorized, breaker less system, with 8 mm spark plugs. Lubrication by wet sump. The gearbox is a seven speeder. Power is 54 bhp at 17,000 rpm. A top speed of more than 240 km/h is claimed. Although a six cylinder, the bike is very narrow and the six megaphones are neatly tucked away.  
featured transistor ignition, modified camshafts and other improvements and was the final version of 1st GP era's 250cc 4-cylinder engines. It won a double title.
 
Ulster GP winner. Rider: No.1 Jim Redman
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1963 Honda RC164

The 1964 Honda RC164 four is a little bit lower and lighter than its predecessor RC163. Power output is increased to 48 bhp at 14,000 rpm, red line at 15,000 rpm. No further changes. This 1963 World Championship 250cc GP machine featured transistor ignition, modified camshafts and other improvements and was the final version of 1st GP era's 250cc 4-cylinder engines. It won a double title. Ulster GP winner. Rider: No.1 Jim Redman

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