2000 Honda RC51 RVT1000R For a long time, Ducati was the only one gracing the WSBK and AMA calendars and showrooms with two cylinder sport bikes. Aside from good sales numbers, the twins offered a much different appeal than their 4 cylinder counterparts. The torque and narrower frame that result from a v-twin configuration delivered…
For a while RC51’s were coming 2F2F, most of them must be out riding for the summer. Today’s #69 commemorative might have been used as intended, but looks good with some updates courtesy of a previous owner. 2004 Honda RC51 for sale on eBay The 2004 model is an SP2, with revised frame and swingarm…
Update 8.10.2022: SOLD! -dc Dissatisfied with the 1990’s WSBK rulebook, Honda channeled their inner Borgo Panigale and surprised Ducati on their own V-twin turf. RSBFS reader Joe started with an excellent RC51 in storage, and went over it with an eye on the long haul. 2000 Honda RVT1000R / RC51 asking $13,500 More oriented toward…
For the year 2000 Honda dialed in WSBK and AMA success and showroom clients were a clear beneficiary. Today’s RC51 was wheeled to the back of a the warehouse with a hair over 2,000 miles and shows just a few marks for all the years on vaca. 2001 Honda RVT1000R / RC51 for sale on…
In a long line of homologation race machines, the Honda RC51 stands out as a unique accomplishment. Ever the engineering powerhouse, Honda played with the rule book and utilized a Me Too philosophy to break the Ducati juggernaut in WSBK by developing a Japanese take on the Italian machine. Since twin-cylinder machines had a distinct…
For many years the RC51 was flying under the radar. Only a few diehard fans were burning the flame whole the RC30 and RC45 got all the attention. Well those days are well and truly over. As they have transitioned into a collectable realm demand has increased massively. While traditionally people shopping for a collectable…
2003 RC51 VTR 1000 For Sale on eBay! Don’t you all think I look pretty good on the VTR? Yup, I was ripping it up that day during the photo shoot . . . had on my new Joe Rocket suit and my custom Shoei lid along with my Miguel DuHamel custom gloves. Since none…
It’s been an interesting year for 2004 RC51 Nicky Hayden sales. This 322 mile example closed at over $18k and didn’t have a title. This one is currently at $13,600 reserve met with 12 hours to go. I’m excited to see where it ends! 2004 Honda RC51 for sale on eBay from the seller: 2004…