Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 - 1991 Specifications and Reviews
The 1991 Honda VFR 750 R, known as the RC30, is an advanced sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking race-bred performance. Its 748cc V4 engine delivers 112 horsepower with exceptional handling courtesy of its lightweight aluminum frame and sophisticated suspension. Best remembered as a homologation special that dominated early 1990s superbike racing, it remains a collector's favorite for its innovative engineering and timeless design.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 1991 |
| Model | Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 70.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches) |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Power | 112.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | V4 |
| Capacity: | 748.00 ccm (45.64 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
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Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 170/60-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-17 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 gallons) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
112 hp
Peak Power
3.4s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track90%
City45%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding40%
Touring50%
Passenger35%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a homologation-special superbike best suited to experienced riders who understand race-derived ergonomics and a high-strung V4 powerplant. |
| Purpose | Built to win World Superbike races in period, it excels at fast, precise cornering and track-focused riding rather than commuting or hauling gear. |
| Rider Fit | The committed sportbike riding position and firm suspension demand a fit rider comfortable leaning forward with weight on the wrists for extended periods. |
| Character | It rewards a rider who craves the exotic V4 exhaust note, razor-sharp handling, and the mystique of owning a rare homologation legend over outright comfort. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not a good fit for beginners, tall or heavy touring riders, pillion-focused riders, or anyone seeking plush comfort on long highway journeys. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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