Description
The Honda RC51 or VTR1000 SP-1 was a homologated version of the Castrol Honda World Superbike machine Colin Edwards rode to two championship titles in the 00s. From 2002 the model became the SP-2 with a more refined injection system and an extra 4bhp. The Honda SP2 oozes class. Beautiful machined alloy parts, an exquisite swingarm on the Honda SP2, top-notch Showa suspension, stunning brakes - the Honda SP series bikes are a techie's delight to look at. This is a rare opportunity to own a standard SP2. Nearly every SP-2 out there has a set of aftermarket exhausts fitted – and with good reason, but not this one, it also has the original numberplate plinth. This bike has been fully recommissioned to include, new tyres, brakes overhauled, new battery fully serviced ready for the new owner.
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The Honda VTR1000 SP-2 RC51, to give it its full name, is a true landmark motorcycle. Not only was this bike a product of the last time that the mighty HRC properly got involved in creating a road-going homologation special, it also marks the end of a golden era of World Superbike racing. Once Honda took the 2002 WSB title they packed up their garage and left the series, a move that saw it return to a far more production-based series with the introduction of 1000cc inline fours and tighter controls on how close the road bike had to be to the racer. Is it time you grabbed a slice of homologation-special Japanese exotica?
The SP-2 was an advancement over the SP-1 and as such featured an improved fuel-injection system, but for each one of those miles it is one of the most soulful and enjoyable Honda models ever built.
The SP-2 really is a thing of great beauty – not only in terms of its looks but also its history in the motorcycle world. A bike that feels very un-Honda, it has a fantastic V-twin motor, impressive chassis and that all-important HRC stamp of approval.
Visit us today and take it for a test drive. 12 months MOT. 3 months extendable Warranty. UK Delivery, part exchange welcomed. WHY BUY FROM US? Hand-picked cars from private sources, prepared to a very high standard. All cars indoors, friendly buying experience, No hard sells or admin fees, Five-star customer reviews on Google and Facebook. All dealer facilities offered including nationwide delivery & part exchange.
