1988 Honda VFR750R RC30

1988 Honda VFR750R RC30

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The 1988 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 packs a 748cc DOHC V-4 engine with 112hp into a sport bike package from Honda.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC V-4
Displacement
748 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
112 hp @ 11000 rpm
Torque
68.0 Nm
Compression
—
Bore × Stroke
70.0 × 48.6 mm
Cooling
Water-cooled
Fuel System
4x Keihin FCR carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Aluminum twin-spar
Front Suspension
Cartridge fork
Rear Suspension
Pro-Link monoshock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
—
Rear Tyre
—
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain

Performance

Top Speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
¼ Mile
—

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
185 kg (408 lbs)
Wet Weight
201 kg (443 lbs)
Seat Height
790 mm
Wheelbase
1410 mm
Ground Clearance
—
Fuel Capacity
18.0 L

History & Story

Honda's 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 arrived in 1988 as a sport bike designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Japan, it quickly earned recognition as a capable sport bike from the 1980s.

The 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 is motivated by a 748cc DOHC V-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 112hp at 11000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin FCR carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.

Weighing 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, the 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 uses a aluminum twin-spar frame, cartridge fork front suspension, and pro-link monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 achieves a claimed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 is considered an extremely rare and highly prized collector piece, commanding premium prices at auction. Parts availability is rated as difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of Honda motorcycling from 1980s.

Known Issues

  • Charging system can be weak on early models
  • Rubber intake boots deteriorate with age

Fun Facts

  • With 112hp, the 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 was considered extremely powerful when launched
  • The 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30's top speed of 250 km/h made it one of the fastest production bikes of the 1980s
  • Pristine examples of the 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 can command six-figure prices at auction
  • The 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 is considered one of the most collectible motorcycles from Honda
  • The 1988 Honda VFR750R RC30 is widely regarded as a milestone in motorcycle history

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Difficult
Collector Rating
10/10

Resources & Parts

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