The RC51 is a racing superbike that benefits from gearbox sprocket changes for street use. Factory RC51s were highly geared for top-speed performance.

Feb 24, 2009 · 2002 Honda RC51 VTR1000 Motorcycle Review. Race-shop revisions make the RC51 a much-improved streetbike for 2002

The RC51 is no 954 in terms of flickability, but the new bike turns in with an ease and precision that's head and shoulders above the old bike. Pick your line, shove the bar and you're there. The previous unit's brakes were fine, but the new four-piston jobbies are even better.

999cc DOHC eight-valve 90 V-twin engine is specially designed to withstand the rigors of Superbike competition. Centrally mounted ram-air intake duct routes cool, pressurized air directly through the frame's steering head structure to the 9.0-liter airbox, improving intake efficiency while slimming the aerodynamic profile.

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Apr 13, 2025 · The 2002 Honda RC51 is thoroughly updated for both competition and the street, offering even more superbike performance for enthusiasts seeking the most powerful, best handling V-twin sport bike.

Jul 25, 2022 · In ‘02, Honda released a new SP2 model featuring a host of upgrades, most of them directly from the race kit for the SP1 model. It made about five more horsepower, much of that due to larger 62mm...

Apr 23, 2002 · The V-twin superbike class is for the fully committed (to sport riding, not to an institution) rider, and the updated 2002 RC51 fills the bill quite nicely. U.S. MSRP is $10,999. Visit Honda’s web site for further details and specifications.

May 12, 2023 · In 2002, Honda launched the RVT1000R, a racing machine that debuted in 2000, also known as the RC51 and VTR1000 SP1, in the European and Australian markets. The bike was manufactured from 2000...

Apr 13, 2025 · A forum community dedicated to Honda RC51 owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about reviews, performance, V-Twin racing, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more!