Sportbikes
1988Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30
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The 1988 Honda VFR 750 R, known as the RC30, is a compact sport bike designed for riders seeking agility and refinement. Its 748cc liquid-cooled V4 engine delivers 112 horsepower with exceptional smoothness, while the lightweight 210kg chassis enables responsive handling. The VFR750 R remains celebrated for pioneering the modern middleweight sport bike category and its race-proven reliability.
- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Engine
- V four
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 210.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 112.0 HP (82.4 kW) @ 11000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built to win World Superbike races in period, it excels at fast, precise cornering and track-focused riding rather than commuting or hauling gear.
- Built for
- 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.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 748.0 ccm
- Power
- 112.0 HP (82.4 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- Engine type
- V four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5333 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 48.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc | 748 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L | 18 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30?
The 1988 Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 has a Capacity of 748.0 ccm (45.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 have?
The 1988 Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 has a Power of 112.0 HP (82.4 kW) @ 11000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 have?
The 1988 Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 weigh?
The 1988 Honda VFR 750 R / RC 30 has a Wet weight of 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds).
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