Description
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Introduced in the latter-half of 1999 as a 2000 model, the Honda RC51 was a big-bore V-Twin superbike created to put an end to Ducati’s reign of supremacy in production-based racing. The RC51 featured a powerful liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, 999cc, 90-degree, DOHC V-Twin paired with a six-speed transmission and an aluminum alloy twin-spar frame. Honda achieved some impressive results with its “Ducati killer” in the form of World Superbike Championship titles in 2000 and then again in 2002 — the same year the RC51 was ridden to an AMA Championship.
With 133 horsepower, 71 ft-lb of torque, and Honda reliability, it was an absolute gem. Cycle World thinks this is one of the best used bikes you can buy, and we’d have to agree. This was Honda’s take on the V-Twin replica racer, beating Ducati at it’s own game with multiple World Superbike Championships and a AMA Championship.
A true racebike with headlights, the RC51 was brimming with competition-grade hardware and componentry. Even the instrumentation is configured with a race-style rev-counter, and the rest of the running gear is equally track-focused. Sold from 2000 through 2006, the RC51 was produced during an era in which American riders were at the top of the game and will forever be associated with legendary US-born racers like Nicky Hayden and Colin Edwards.
This example is VIN: JH2SC4538YM001323. The seller is the original owner, he purchased this example new from Sportline Honda in New York.
The odometer shows 9,404 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states they performed routine oil and fluid changes on this example.
Per the seller: “ never seen a drop of rain, stored indoors during winters, in air conditioned garage for summers.”
Modifications:
Jardine 2-into-1 exhaust.
Aftermarket windscreen.
Not pictured: Honda RC51 SP2 clutch pack and flapper mod.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys.
Extras:
This sale also includes the original owner’s and service manuals, various replacement parts and original parts taken off of the motorcycle.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Middle Grove, New York, this Honda is offered on a clean New York title. Have any RC51 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
