Honda RC213V-S - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Honda RC213V-S is a race-derived superbike engineered for experienced track-focused riders seeking MotoGP-inspired performance. Built around a compact 172kg chassis with advanced electronics and premium components including Marchesini magnesium wheels and Brembo braking, it delivers extreme agility and precision. This exclusive machine is best known for bringing authentic grand prix engineering to the road within a strictly limited production run.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Honda RC213V-S |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Dry, multiplate with coil spring |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM-DSFI electronic fuel injection with 48mm throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 81.0 x 48.5 mm (3.2 x 1.9 inches) |
| Compression | 13.0:1 |
| Torque | 90.00 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.4 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
| Power | 101.00 HP (73.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM |
| Engine type | V4, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 999.00 ccm (60.96 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | 7-spoke forged magnesium (Marchesini) |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Brembo. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Brembo. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link with gas-charged TTX36 (Ohlins) spring preload, compression and rebound damping adjustment, 64mm stroke |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic with gas-charged TTX25 (Ohlins) spring preload ,compression and rebound damping adjustment, 130mm stroke |
| Frame type | Diamond, aluminium |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,465 mm (57.7 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,010 mm (79.1 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,120 mm (44.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5872 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 172.0 kg (379.2 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | RC213V-S is the road-going version of RC213V. |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Red/blue/white, Cabon |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
101 hp
Peak Power
3.2s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track98%
City25%
Cornering98%
Daily Riding20%
Touring15%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a MotoGP-derived exotic built for highly experienced riders who understand race-bike ergonomics and throttle response, not a bike to learn on despite its modest stock horsepower figure. |
| Purpose | It exists as a road-legal homologation special replicating Honda's RC213V grand prix machine, prioritizing chassis purity, exotic componentry, and track pedigree over raw power output. |
| Rider Fit | Its aggressive clip-on riding position, tall 830mm seat, and minimal wind protection demand a fit, flexible rider comfortable with committed forward-leaning race posture. |
| Character | The RC213V-S rewards precise inputs with razor-sharp handling from its lightweight aluminium diamond frame, top-shelf Ohlins suspension, and Marchesini magnesium wheels, feeling every bit the street-legal grand prix bike it was designed to be. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not suited to commuting, touring, passengers, or riders wanting effortless comfort, as everything about its design sacrifices practicality for track-focused purity. |
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