Any passionate of motor sport that has 64,999 pounds (77,000 euros) has the unique opportunity to acquire a true piece of history of the world of superbikes. Yes, as you read it, a legendary Honda RVF750 RC45 1995 with a lot of Pedigrí is on sale. Without a doubt, a machine with an impressive legacy in the competition.
This iconic Slingavailable through The Bike Specialists in Sheffield, is not a RC45 any. It is a competition machine for V&M RACINGteam with a prestigious history both in circuits and in road competitions.
The motorcycle was originally built by Sling as a special approval motorcycle for the World Superbike Championship. As we all know, the RC45 It was designed with the highest technology of the time to face the fierce competition in the circuit.
What is special this Honda RC45?
The history of this particular unit is remarkable. Participated in championships between 1995 and 1997, being initially piloted by Steve Ward with the iconic colors of Castrol in the 1995 season. Subsequently, he adopted the design scheme of V&M RACINGwith the support of the renowned coach Jack Valentine and Steve Mellor.
As for its competition history, the motorcycle was noticed from the beginning. In 1995, under the pilot Terry Rymerhe achieved a victory in Brands Hatch. The following year, with Iain Duffus At the controls, a meritorious fourth place was secured in two of the most demanding and prestigious road races in the world: the TT of the Island of Man and the North West 200.
Later, in 1997, this Honda RC45 continued demonstrating his worth when Michael Ruttera pilot who would later accumulate seven victories in the TT of the Island of Man, took control of this RC45. Rutter He took the motorcycle to an impressive second place in the TT Superbike category, in addition to getting a first and second place in the NW 200, even more consolidating its reputation as one of the most competitive machines of the decade.
After its withdrawal from the competition, this RC45 It has spent the last 15 years in a private collection, where it has been carefully preserved in an impeccable state. Unlike many withdrawal racing motorcycles, this unit has not only been preserved as a museum piece, but also remains completely operational and in perfect operating conditions. In fact, it has been recently exhibited in the prestigious event of Goodwooddemonstrating its spectacular state and its importance within the history of motorcycling.
This exclusive Superbike is offered with a Paddock stand, a detailed documentation about its record in the competition and a complete technical report.
For collectors and enthusiasts of competition motorcycles, this RC45 It represents an exceptional opportunity to have a machine that not only marked an era in the circuits, but also remains one of the most iconic superbikes ever manufactured by Sling.
