Quick correction, the "chocolate cam" era was pre-VFR, was with some of the original VF750 Interceptors (ive got one 1983 model), the VFR they switched to the gear-driven setup and fixed the cam issues, hence the name change from VF to VFR.
I had a 2000 with full Acro’s when they first came out and I love that bike had some epic rides and forever memories. I always regretted selling it and I bought another RC 51 in about 2020 and I guess sometimes you look back on the memories more fondly than they were because I sold it shortly after. Probably the best sounding bike from the riders perspective And exceedingly reliable but porky pig heavy, pretty glitchy fueling even flashed and tuned and only made 117hp with a nice flat tq curve
I have a love/hate relationship with with my SP1. It has both attempted to murder me on many occasions and provided some of the most perfect biking moments. I'm lucky enough to live on the Isle of Man which is an environment that suits it well (if you have good tyres and and decent suspension set up).
Daily rode my 2002 RC-51 for a few years before I sold it with 43k miles. Only reason I sold it, was because the part availability was drying up around 2011.
My RC51 came with HELi riser bars, i personally never found my sp2 to be uncomfortable actually preferred it to the other bike other than the weight (suspension seems to be less rattled by stuff in the road; it's hard yet softer than my 600) . I also felt it's race ergonomics forced me to be in a good riding position and not be lazy. Love this bike, i sold everything else and it's now my only bike even though i ride much less now. I ceramic coated the stock exhaust to lower the heat, changed the headlights to LED, SS brake/clutch lines, lowered the gearing a little otherwise it's completely stock.
@@HeroRRvlogs I still have the bars, there's a few body bits that aren't stock like the wind screen and bars (lights and what's left of the stock rear fender still there). The main things I did up the bike were to improve the cooling, lower the gearing, ditch the intake valve and EGR.
My 03 RC had the sato high mounts as well and no one likes riding behind me due to being hit by the exhaust pressure. Speaking of sounding like a Harley, friends at work said my bike had something wrong with it. It doesn't sound like a normal sport bike, so I told them it's a V-twin thus they called it a harley-busa 😂
The coolest era of motorcycles ever! What a bike, man! They were meant to give Ducati a direct hit with their VTwin. The Suzuki TL1000 was cool too. I don't care that a BMW S1000R makes over 200hp. The character and ride of an RC51 is matchless. Its like an original Acura NSX to me. They have soul that requires riders, NOT rider's aids. Too bad you can't find the front wheel mate of the rear because they look incredible. Cheers!
that's a disgustingly fast pure race bike... I'd be sketchy to ride it too, especially at speed...idk if my skinny ass would even be able to turn it lol
I just recently went to look at a 2001 RC51 with only 5,600 miles. I'm also going to look at a 1999 Ducati 748 with 9,400 miles. Which bike should I buy?
The Honda duh. It’s a Honda, their only vtwin sport bike, made to beat the Ducati and it did. Look at the prices on them now and compare them to how much the rc30s have shots up in value.
Thank you for the video, but can we movie away from the muffled helmet audio motorcycle reviews? EVERY youtube bike channel does EXACTLY the same video. Your videos have great pace and are organized, that makes them enjoyable and stand out from other youtubers. Thank you again for the video :)
Had mine for 2 years and I had to sell it cause I was moving. But looking at getting another one in a few months. Wish I never sold it. But it had 27k miles and it needed a rebuilt bad.
Hey! There's a video I made on it 3 years ago that goes into more detail here: czcams.com/video/dCQNT7MCWmk/video.html You will need a custom bracket, you can make your own or see if someone on the facebook page has one for sale. Sorry I don't have a link for the SPAL fan itself, I forget where I bought it. I'm sure you can google it though and find out easy enough. I believe it's a generic 5.2" SPAL fan.
Gear Driven Cams
The Suzuki TL 1000 R also has gear driven cams. Something I realized after I bought it.
So are Harley Davidsons evo engines (my 2021 sportster 48) has gear driven cams. .
It was like yesterday when you got this! Oh man time flies...
Quick correction, the "chocolate cam" era was pre-VFR, was with some of the original VF750 Interceptors (ive got one 1983 model), the VFR they switched to the gear-driven setup and fixed the cam issues, hence the name change from VF to VFR.
I had a 2000 with full Acro’s when they first came out and I love that bike had some epic rides and forever memories. I always regretted selling it and I bought another RC 51 in about 2020 and I guess sometimes you look back on the memories more fondly than they were because I sold it shortly after. Probably the best sounding bike from the riders perspective And exceedingly reliable but porky pig heavy, pretty glitchy fueling even flashed and tuned and only made 117hp with a nice flat tq curve
I have a love/hate relationship with with my SP1. It has both attempted to murder me on many occasions and provided some of the most perfect biking moments. I'm lucky enough to live on the Isle of Man which is an environment that suits it well (if you have good tyres and and decent suspension set up).
This thing still looks so beautiful and iconic 😍
Daily rode my 2002 RC-51 for a few years before I sold it with 43k miles. Only reason I sold it, was because the part availability was drying up around 2011.
I have 3 of these! I love the bikes. My dream bikes. I just sold a rear fender stock awhile back for close to 1k😂 they are like gold now
My RC51 came with HELi riser bars, i personally never found my sp2 to be uncomfortable actually preferred it to the other bike other than the weight (suspension seems to be less rattled by stuff in the road; it's hard yet softer than my 600) . I also felt it's race ergonomics forced me to be in a good riding position and not be lazy. Love this bike, i sold everything else and it's now my only bike even though i ride much less now. I ceramic coated the stock exhaust to lower the heat, changed the headlights to LED, SS brake/clutch lines, lowered the gearing a little otherwise it's completely stock.
Did you remove the helibars or keep them on?
@@HeroRRvlogs I still have the bars, there's a few body bits that aren't stock like the wind screen and bars (lights and what's left of the stock rear fender still there). The main things I did up the bike were to improve the cooling, lower the gearing, ditch the intake valve and EGR.
My 03 RC had the sato high mounts as well and no one likes riding behind me due to being hit by the exhaust pressure.
Speaking of sounding like a Harley, friends at work said my bike had something wrong with it. It doesn't sound like a normal sport bike, so I told them it's a V-twin thus they called it a harley-busa 😂
Lmao have they heard of or seen a Suzuki TL1000R?! 😂
What a beautiful day! There hasn't been a good day in NJ for like 3 weeks 🤦 rain every damn bday 🤦
Awsome sound ❤
The coolest era of motorcycles ever! What a bike, man! They were meant to give Ducati a direct hit with their VTwin. The Suzuki TL1000 was cool too. I don't care that a BMW S1000R makes over 200hp. The character and ride of an RC51 is matchless. Its like an original Acura NSX to me. They have soul that requires riders, NOT rider's aids. Too bad you can't find the front wheel mate of the rear because they look incredible. Cheers!
Love the black paint scheme of the '05 and '06. I've got an '04 Nicky Hayden edition on my channel. Keep up the great content!
I need to get those fans put on my RC51..
Still love that beautiful beast!!
great video and solid points! i couldnt even order a replacement fuel pump from honda for my SP1
Great video Hero. Just another bike I’ve once owned from new and wished I’d kept. My back just overruled my head at the time.
🔥🔥Loved your content on the main channel and now I an glad you made second channel for more content ❤️❤️
Love the content, I just don’t think you need a second channel. I have friend who has a Nicky Haden edition RC51 who will never let it go.
The turkey . That's right . Now I remember
Give me first shot at it if you decide to sell. I'd love to have another 51.
Lol it wasn't the VFR that had the bad cams. It was the VF series
that's a disgustingly fast pure race bike... I'd be sketchy to ride it too, especially at speed...idk if my skinny ass would even be able to turn it lol
Spent all that cash without fixing the fundamental issue with the RC51, the suspension.
It doesn't sounds like a Harley. It does sound better than a Harley though.
if a wheel from a cbr will fit why not order the wheel for the cbr and fit it? cool bike
Can you tell me a little more about that custom fan switch? I want to built in for me one.
If I remember right did you crash a few yrs ago on this bike or get hit or something like that .. Looks good
What are the fans called again?
I just recently went to look at a 2001 RC51 with only 5,600 miles. I'm also going to look at a 1999 Ducati 748 with 9,400 miles. Which bike should I buy?
The Honda duh. It’s a Honda, their only vtwin sport bike, made to beat the Ducati and it did. Look at the prices on them now and compare them to how much the rc30s have shots up in value.
Thank you for the video, but can we movie away from the muffled helmet audio motorcycle reviews? EVERY youtube bike channel does EXACTLY the same video. Your videos have great pace and are organized, that makes them enjoyable and stand out from other youtubers. Thank you again for the video :)
Lol... I just hit 10,000 miles after 20years of having my RC51.
For the CBR wheels, did you have to use spacers or any extra parts ?
no, direct fit. I think I did have to use the old sprocket cover though for the rear.
Everything is for sale, for the right price ;-)
IF you sell it I WILL BUY IT.....jsut let me know;.;.
Had mine for 2 years and I had to sell it cause I was moving. But looking at getting another one in a few months. Wish I never sold it. But it had 27k miles and it needed a rebuilt bad.
Really? 27k miles isn't that many. Maybe it just needed a tune up. Good luck on your search
What rebuild?
I like your fan mod. Who makes these ones that spin backwards?
Hey! There's a video I made on it 3 years ago that goes into more detail here: czcams.com/video/dCQNT7MCWmk/video.html
You will need a custom bracket, you can make your own or see if someone on the facebook page has one for sale. Sorry I don't have a link for the SPAL fan itself, I forget where I bought it. I'm sure you can google it though and find out easy enough. I believe it's a generic 5.2" SPAL fan.
@@HeroRRvlogs Thank you! Proud to be a Honda fanboy, and proud to be a subscriber of your channel!
I wanna trade my sc77 for one of these!
These are selling at 14k here i'm Spain and a SP2's even more, don't sell it now.
Almost bought a SP1 for 6500$ here in the US, had 30k+ miles but idc about miles anymore especially on Hondas lol
I’ll give you 8000$ for that bike.