Honda RCB1000: history, specs, pictures

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Honda RCB1000
Manufacturer
Production 1976
Class Sport Bike
Engine
Traditional tubular
Bore / Stroke 66.0mm x 66.0mm
Compression ratio 11:1
Horsepower 115.06 HP (85.8 KW) @ 9500RPM
Torque 73.02 ft/lbs (99.0 Nm) @ 8500RPM
Fuel System 4 Keihin Carburetors
Transmission Gear box: 4 valves per cylinder
Final Drive: Chain
Brakes Front: Double disc
Rear: Single disc
Front Tire 3.25/400-18
Rear Tire 3.50/5.75-18
Weight 187.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil Honda GN4 10W-40
Manuals Service Manual


The Honda RCB1000 was a Traditional tubular Sport Bike motorcycle produced by Honda in 1976. Max torque was 73.02 ft/lbs (99.0 Nm) @ 8500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 115.06 HP (85.8 KW) @ 9500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 66.0mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 997.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 4 valves per cylinder transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.25/400-18 front tire and a 3.50/5.75-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Double disc in the front and a Single disc in the rear.

1976 - 1980 Honda RCB1000[edit | edit source]

The Honda RCB1000 is a sport motorcycle produced by Honda for only 4 years, between 1976 and 1980.