2001 Honda RC51

SOLD FOR: $5,354

Reserve price has been met.

This auction ended on July 9, 2021

Winner: r***********r

Winning Bid: $5,004
Buyer Fee: $350
Total: $5,354

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Description

Click here for an CycleVIN Motorcycle History Report on this 2001 Honda RC51. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.

Sold between in 2000 and 2006 in two different versions, the RC51 has gone down as one of the most legendary motorcycles to ever come out of Honda, well-deserving of the “RC” designation that’s graced other famous Hondas like the RC30, RC40, and RC45.

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.

This example is VIN: JH2SC45351M100431.

The seller acquired it five months ago “from the original owner in Tennessee this past winter” and has covered approximately 500 miles since. The odometer shows 30,750 miles.

The seller is letting it go as “I am now 54 years old and my body just doesn’t fit the same on the bike as it did 20 years ago. I just had to undergo a major surgery in May and I’ve tried riding the bike and it is no longer comfortable for me to ride. I don’t want this great bike to just sit in the garage gathering dust.”

Modifications:
Erion Racing exhaust.

Scotts steering damper.

Corbin seat.

Double bubble windscreen.

Tank grip pads.

Carbon fiber front fender.

Cosmetic Blemishes:
“The VIN plate on the left side of the frame was missing when I bought the bike and the owner said it had fallen off many years ago. The mounting tab of the upper cowling on the left side cracked right at the mounting bolt when I was replacing the turn signal switch set. I was able to use clear epoxy to put the tab back on and it has held with no issues. Only noticeable if you are looking for it.”

The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues. “All fluids and filter were changed 500 miles ago and valves inspected.”

The sale includes the passenger seat as well as the original rider’s seat, a set of PAIR block-off plates from Dan Kyle, a brand new 520 chain, 15/41 sprockets, and the original front fender.

It also includes a set of Hotbodies race bodywork “which is a little rough but usable for the track and with some sanding and painting would look good as new.”

Currently located in Beverly Hills, Michigan, this Honda is offered on a clean Michigan title.

Have any RC51 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the comments!

Additional Information

Location

Beverly Hills, Michigan

Year

2001

Make

Honda

Model

RC51

Mileage

30,750

VIN

JH2SC45351M100431

Title

Clean

Title State/Country

Michigan

Private Party/Dealership

Private Party

Additional Charges

No

VIN Report

https://cyclevin.com/JH2SC45351M100431.pdf

Total Bids Placed: 20

Auction has ended.

Highest bidder was: r***********r

Bidder Name Bidding Time Bid Auto
r***********r July 9, 2021 11:58 am PDT $5,004 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
f**********k July 9, 2021 11:58 am PDT $5,000 Reserve
r***********r July 9, 2021 11:57 am PDT $4,600 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
t************g July 9, 2021 11:57 am PDT $4,500
r***********r July 9, 2021 10:41 am PDT $4,400
t************g July 9, 2021 10:41 am PDT $4,300 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
t************g July 9, 2021 10:24 am PDT $4,205
r***********r July 9, 2021 10:24 am PDT $4,105 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r***********r July 9, 2021 6:33 am PDT $4,100
d********3 July 9, 2021 6:33 am PDT $4,000 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
d********3 July 9, 2021 12:31 am PDT $3,600
r***********r July 9, 2021 12:31 am PDT $3,500 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r***********r July 6, 2021 12:06 pm PDT $3,100
t************g July 6, 2021 12:06 pm PDT $3,000 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
t************g July 3, 2021 3:35 pm PDT $2,100 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
j******7 July 3, 2021 3:35 pm PDT $2,000
t************g July 3, 2021 3:35 pm PDT $1,300 Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
j******7 July 3, 2021 3:35 pm PDT $1,200
t************g July 2, 2021 7:58 pm PDT $1,100
t******n July 2, 2021 3:59 pm PDT $1,000
Auction started July 2, 2021 12:00 pm PDT
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2001 Honda RC51
Asking price (including buyer’s fee): SOLD FOR: $5,354
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