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.
2002 was also the year that Honda made some updates to the original model (known as the SP1). The second generation RC51 (or SP2) benefited from a host of changes requested by Honda’s factory racers, including a taller windscreen, longer swingarm, reduced steering head angle, stronger yet lighter frame, and a power plant that got a few extra ponies. With around 130 hp on tap and a dry weight of 440 lbs, the 999cc V-Twin was good for a top-speed of over 165 mph. The RC51 was also markedly more reliable than its Italian twin counterpart, making it much more attractive to riders on the street. It’s not uncommon to come across RC51 specimens with more than 100,000 miles on the clock that are still going strong.
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: JH2SC45055M500307. The seller is the original owner, he purchased this motorcycle new in 2005 from a dealer in Florida.
The odometer shows 2,468 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states they have performed routine maintenance.
Modifications:
Arrow high-mount exhaust.
Power Commander.
Integrated rear brake LED lights and turn signals.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys (one pictured).
Extras:
This sale comes with the original service manual, the OEM exhaust, foot pegs, and passenger seat.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Parker, Colorado, this Honda is offered on a clean South Carolina title. Have any RC51 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Additional Information
Location
Parker, Colorado
Year
2005
Make
Honda
Model
RC51
Mileage
2,468
VIN
JH2SC45055M500307
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
South Carolina
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
VIN Report
https://cyclevin.com/JH2SC45055M500307.pdf
Total Bids Placed: 49
Auction has ended.
Highest bidder was: p********5
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p********5
May 31, 2023 11:01 am PDT
$15,200
s*********n
May 31, 2023 11:01 am PDT
$15,100
p********5
May 31, 2023 11:00 am PDT
$15,000
s*********n
May 31, 2023 11:00 am PDT
$14,900
p********5
May 31, 2023 11:00 am PDT
$14,800
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p********5
May 31, 2023 10:59 am PDT
$14,700
s*********n
May 31, 2023 10:58 am PDT
$14,600
p********5
May 31, 2023 10:58 am PDT
$14,500
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p********5
May 31, 2023 10:58 am PDT
$14,400
s*********n
May 31, 2023 10:57 am PDT
$14,300
p********5
May 31, 2023 10:57 am PDT
$14,200
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p********5
May 31, 2023 10:57 am PDT
$14,100
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 10:57 am PDT
$14,000
p********5
May 31, 2023 10:53 am PDT
$13,900
s*********n
May 31, 2023 10:51 am PDT
$13,800
p********5
May 31, 2023 10:51 am PDT
$13,700
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p********5
May 31, 2023 10:49 am PDT
$13,600
s*********n
May 31, 2023 10:48 am PDT
$13,500
p********5
May 31, 2023 10:48 am PDT
$13,450
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p********5
May 31, 2023 10:46 am PDT
$13,200
s*********n
May 31, 2023 9:21 am PDT
$13,100
j*******7
May 31, 2023 9:21 am PDT
$13,000
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j*******7
May 31, 2023 9:20 am PDT
$12,600
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 9:20 am PDT
$12,500
j*******7
May 31, 2023 9:19 am PDT
$12,200
s*********n
May 31, 2023 5:04 am PDT
$12,100
j*******7
May 31, 2023 5:04 am PDT
$12,000
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j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:58 am PDT
$11,600
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:58 am PDT
$11,500
j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:57 am PDT
$11,400
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:57 am PDT
$11,300
j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:57 am PDT
$11,200
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:57 am PDT
$11,100
j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:56 am PDT
$10,800
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:56 am PDT
$10,700
j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:55 am PDT
$10,600
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:55 am PDT
$10,500
j*******7
May 31, 2023 4:55 am PDT
$10,400
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s*********n
May 31, 2023 4:55 am PDT
$10,300
j*******7
May 30, 2023 9:42 pm PDT
$10,200
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c******c
May 30, 2023 9:42 pm PDT
$10,100
j*******7
May 27, 2023 6:43 am PDT
$9,600
c**********7
May 27, 2023 6:43 am PDT
$9,500
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c**********7
May 24, 2023 2:06 pm PDT
$9,000
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c*********m
May 24, 2023 2:06 pm PDT
$5,000
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c*********m
May 24, 2023 12:37 pm PDT
$4,100
s*******o
May 24, 2023 12:37 pm PDT
$4,000
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