Notes: Known in America as the Superhawk. Known issue – rear exhaust gasket. Side mounted radiators and swingarm mounted to engine to keep length at a minimum.
Variants
Honda VTR1000 SP1 SC45 (2000-2001)
2000-2001
Capacity: 999cc
Weight: 196kg (dry)
Fuelling: PGM-FI Fuel Injection (18.2L tank)
Frame: Aluminium Twin Spar
Front Tyre: 120/70-17
Rear Tyre: 190/50-17
Notes: known as RVT1000R (RC51) in the US. Gear driven cams. Won the 2000 World Superbike Championship with Colin Edwards.
VTR1000 SP2 SC45 2002
2002-2006
Capacity: 999cc
Weight: 191kg (dry)
Fuelling: PGM-FI Fuel Injection (18L tank)
Frame: Aluminium Twin Spar
Front Tyre: 120/70-17
Rear Tyre: 190/50-17
Notes: Stronger, more rigid frame and engine modifications which boosted power by 4BHP.
Factoids
The VTR1000 SP1 was Honda's attempt at ending the dominance of Ducati's V-Twins in World Superbikes. The development of the bike was rushed, leading to some issues - hence the SP2.
