HONDA VTR1000 FIRESTORM

The Bike Specialist, South Yorkshire
S2 4EE

Details

Year 2001 - M reg
Mileage 15,793
Engine 996cc
£9,999

2001 (51) Honda VTR1000 SP1 is offered to you for sale in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, finished in red this Honda VTR1000 SP1 is one of the many rare and coveted bikes that motorbike dealer The Bike Specialists, Sheffield, South Yorkshire have available for sale. THE BIKE SPECIALISTS, TRADING STANDARD AWARD WINNERS 2021. Bike ID: #8939 Here we have for sale our latest Honda VTR1000 SP-1. It is in beautiful condition and has covered 15,793 miles from new. Our example comes complete with a Promotive exhaust fitted (original also supplied), gear change indicator, two keys, original handbook and a host of old MOT certificates, and receipts. Prior to sale the bike will receive a further service and full 12 months MOT. This model was Hondas answer to Ducati's V-twin domination of the World Superbike Championship, simple: build a V-twin to beat a V-twin. Hondas racing arm HRC did exactly that and the resulting bike was the RC51, more commonly known in Europe as SP1. There's no getting away from it, the VTR1000 oozes quality. Its small, compact and perfectly formed with the usual Honda build quality. The SP-Y is more than capable of delivering a thrilling ride, pegs are high and set back and the seat is shaped for instant knee-down cornering. While the power output is marginal compared to some big in-line four-cylinder bikes, there's plenty of torque and horsepower to be applied usefully thanks the waif-like chassis dimensions. This bike would not only be a great addition to any collection but also a great bike to use on the open road. Please do not hesitate to book your inspection and the chance to own this unique bike. We offer full finance options and can arrange delivery worldwide We are a family-owned company who pride ourselves on the quality of our Motorcycles and all of them are carefully chosen, handpicked enthusiast pre-owned examples that are always HPI Clear for your peace of mind. We offer all the usual used Motorcycle Dealer facilities such as Low-rate finance and extended warranties and operate a no pressure environment where you can relax and enjoy good old-fashioned service with a smile. We have just upgraded our Indoor Showroom where you can see Motorcycles you sometimes can only dream of seeing and sometimes, we have to pinch ourselves when we get certain bikes in as we would like to keep them all! We cater for very specialist tastes and can usually source rare and coveted bikes that we do not have in stock and have lots of contacts throughout the world.

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The Bike Specialist

Unit 6 The Old Barracks, Edmund Road, S2 4EE

http://www.thebikespecialists.com

Running costs
Insurance group 14 of 17
Annual road tax £117
Annual service cost -
Performance
Max power 97 bhp
Max torque 64 ft-lb
Top speed 144 mph
1/4-mile acceleration 11.8 secs
Average fuel consumption 35 mpg
Tank range 146 miles
Quick specs
Engine size 996cc
Frame type Aluminium twin spar
Engine type 8v V-twin, 6 gears
Fuel capacity 19 litres
Seat height 810mm
Bike weight 193kg

Figures shown are for the standard model and so may differ from bike being sold

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