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: JH2SC45401M100216.
The odometer shows 34,014 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, we sent the right rear fairing out for repair. In addition to mending the broken tabs, it was also color-matched and refinished. Please note that the black/silver is reversed from the OEM livery.
Moreover, the shop replaced a faulty turn signal bulb. Alex did the work, he reports that the front and rear tires are at 20% and 80%, respectively. The brakes are at 20%, and the battery, hydraulic fluid, clutch, coolant, headlight, turn signals, brake light, taillight, plate light, killswitch, and horn are all OK. The oil level is good, however, it could stand to be replaced.
Modifications:
Zero titanium exhaust.
Power Commander III.
We believe (but are not 100% sure) that the rear fairing is aftermarket. There is also an aftermarket undertail.
Corbin seat.
Aprilia tank pad.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power and Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport tires with date codes of 0815 and 4015.
The sale includes one key.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration current through July 2023.
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Additional Information
Location
Santa Monica, California
Year
2001
Make
Honda
Model
RC51
Mileage
34,014
VIN
JH2SC45401M100216
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
California
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
VIN Report
https://cyclevin.com/JH2SC45401M100216.pdf
Total Bids Placed: 32
Auction has ended.
Highest bidder was: m*******s
Bidder Name
Bidding Time
Bid
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m*******s
October 18, 2022 12:03 pm PDT
$6,900
m*******a
October 18, 2022 12:01 pm PDT
$6,800
m*******s
October 18, 2022 12:00 pm PDT
$6,700
m*******a
October 18, 2022 11:59 am PDT
$6,600
j*********7
October 18, 2022 11:58 am PDT
$6,500
m*******a
October 18, 2022 11:56 am PDT
$6,400
m*******s
October 18, 2022 11:55 am PDT
$6,300
m*******a
October 18, 2022 11:51 am PDT
$6,200
a**********n
October 18, 2022 11:37 am PDT
$6,100
m*******a
October 18, 2022 11:37 am PDT
$6,000
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m*******a
October 18, 2022 11:02 am PDT
$5,800
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a**********n
October 18, 2022 11:02 am PDT
$5,700
m*******a
October 18, 2022 10:59 am PDT
$5,600
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a**********n
October 18, 2022 10:59 am PDT
$5,500
m*******a
October 18, 2022 10:43 am PDT
$5,300
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c******5
October 18, 2022 10:43 am PDT
$5,200
m*******a
October 18, 2022 1:28 am PDT
$4,500
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g******i
October 18, 2022 1:28 am PDT
$4,400
m*******a
October 13, 2022 11:24 am PDT
$4,300
d**********3
October 13, 2022 11:23 am PDT
$4,200
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d**********3
October 11, 2022 2:55 pm PDT
$4,100
t***2
October 11, 2022 2:55 pm PDT
$4,000
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t***2
October 11, 2022 2:34 pm PDT
$3,600
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c*******e
October 11, 2022 2:34 pm PDT
$3,500
t***2
October 11, 2022 9:53 am PDT
$3,169
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d*******2
October 11, 2022 9:53 am PDT
$3,069
t***2
October 11, 2022 9:39 am PDT
$2,151
d*******2
October 11, 2022 9:36 am PDT
$2,051
c*********s
October 11, 2022 9:36 am PDT
$2,000
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c*********s
October 11, 2022 9:35 am PDT
$1,600
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