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 honda Rc51

Broadband power and torque. Incredibly stable, razor-sharp cornering. There’s only one sportbike in the Honda line with this combination of race-honed performance and handling: the stellar RC51™, a machine that’s won both the AMA and World Superbike crowns. Built around a 90-degree V-twin engine and twin-spar chassis, it’s all about high tech — without the high maintenance.

1. GENERAL

Engine Type: 999cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-twin
Bore and Stroke: 100.0mm x 63.6mm
Compression Ratio: 10.8:1
Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Carburetion: Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with two injectors per cylinder
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping

2. DRIVE TRAIN

Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive: #530 O-ring-sealed chain

3. CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Suspension: 43.0mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 5.1-inch travel
Rear Suspension: Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 4.7-inch travel
Front Brakes: Dual full-floating 320.0mm discs with four-piston calipers
Rear Brake: Single 220.0mm disc with single-piston caliper
Front Tire: 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear Tire: 190/50ZR-17 radial

4. DIMENSIONS

Rake: 23.3 degrees
Trail: 94.6mm (3.7 inches)
Wheelbase: 55.9 inches
Seat Height: 32.5 inches
Dry Weight: 439 pounds
Fuel Capacity : 4.8 gallons, including 1.2-gallon reserve

5.OTHER

Emissions: Meets current CARB and EPA standards. California version differs slightly due to emissions equipment.
Available Colors: Black/Metallic Gray
Model ID: RVT1000R

6. FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION

1 year: Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

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Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 at 2:20 pm
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