2005 Honda RC 51

General information

Model: Honda RC 51
Year: 2005
Category: Sport
Rating: 76.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Displacement: 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Engine type: V2
Stroke: 4
Compression: 10.8:1
Bore x stroke: 100.0 x 63.6 mm (3.9 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel system: Injection.
Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) with two injectors per cylinder
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed

Transmission type

final drive: Chain
 
Physical measures

Dry weight: 195.0 kg (430.0 pounds)
Seat height: 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase: 1,420 mm (55.9 inches)

Chassis and dimensions

Rake (fork angle): 23.5°
Trail: 95 mm (3.7 inches)

Front suspension: 43.0mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability

Front suspension travel: 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension: Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Rear suspension travel: 119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 190/50-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc. Full-floating. 4-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. 1-piston calipers
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)

Speed and acceleration
Other specifications

Fuel capacity: 18.16 litres (4.80 gallons)
Color options: Black/Metallic Gray
Comments: Model ID: RVT1000R