Mike Duluth:
Looks like I picked one up in Louisville. I have someone going to get it this Sunday, I will get it on my spring run to the Gap. Please, if you know anything about these things, keep the info coming, good or bad. The bike sounds a bit spooky to ride.
pkpk:
A 10 year old model probably won't get to 205 mph like the ones out of the crate. ;)
Greg:
--- Quote from: pkpk on February 23, 2013, 12:49:25 PM ---A 10 year old model probably won't get to 205 mph like the ones out of the crate. ;)
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there's a joke that might be a little too "inside baseball" for some. Clever though, Paul :)
Ray916MN:
The RC51s have held their value well, but then again they pale in value compared to their RC brethren. RC30s are not solidly over $20K and RC45s are nearing $30K. With this in mind, I think these have held their value better because they were developed "specifically for racing" and were successful in racing. Sold alongside the 954RR and 1000RR CBRs, they were special in comparison, somewhat the way an "R" model Ducati is special in comparison to other Ducati superbike models. Unlike Ducati, which regularly produces "limited edition" race models, Honda does so infrequently, so when Honda produces one, they get valued at a premium.
carlson_mn:
I only know one guy who rode one and he said it was a "not good" street bike not because the bike is bad but because it just is a bit much to ride on the street. Not real sure what that meant but looks like some others have said it's probably just uncomfortable. That can be subjective.
I second that they are one of the best sounding bikes in the world and they look great. However, be prepared to look for gas often. Those and the VTR1000 are thirsty bikes.