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VFR 750 R - RC 30 (reduced effect)

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63 /100 Sporty
Power
100 HP
Top Speed
233 km/h
Engine
748 ccm

1992 Honda VFR 750 R - RC 30 (reduced effect) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1992 Honda VFR 750 R - RC 30 (reduced effect) utilizes a 748 cc (45.6 cu in) liquid-cooled v4, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 10,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 133.7 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the VFR 750 R - RC 30 (reduced effect) measures 244 kg (538 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.41 HP/kg (2.44 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 233 km/h (145 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1988 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
133.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.41 HP/kg (2.44 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 748.0 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)
Engine Type V4, four-stroke
Engine Details V4, four-stroke
Power 100.0 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Compression 11.0:1
Bore x Stroke 70.0 x 48.6 mm (2.8 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 233.0 km/h (144.8 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 170/60-17
Front Brakes Dual disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 244.0 kg (537.9 pounds)
Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
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Intermediate
Requires some riding experience.
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Long Distance Touring
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