The Honda RC51, also known as the RVT1000R (in the United States) or VTR1000 (Europe and Australia), is a V-twin motorcycle produced by Honda from 2000 to 2006.
The engine is a 999cc dual overhead cam V-twin unit with two fuel injectors and four valves per cylinder. Power is delivered to the rear wheel by a close-ratio, six-speed transmission. The chassis is constructed from aluminium alloy, being a twin-spar design..The RC51 is a racing superbike which benefits from gearbox sprocket changes for street use. Factory RC51s were highly geared for top speed performance.
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| Manufacturer | Honda |
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| Also called | RVT1000R VTR1000SP1 VTR1000SP2 |
| Production | 2000 - 2006 |
| Predecessor | RVF750 RC45 |
| Successor | CBR1000RR |
| Class | super bike |
| Engine | 999 cc liquid-cooled 90° V-twin |
| Transmission | Close-ratio six-speed |
| Wheelbase | 55.9 inches |
| Seat height | 32.5 inches |
| Weight | 439 pounds (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.8 gallons, including 1.2 gallon reserve |
| Related | VTR1000F "Super Hawk" |