I bought my SP1 in 2007 , now have done nearly 60000 and it is still running like a swiss clock. Currently replacing the radiators because the twin has shaken the shit out of the mounting points, not too bad for 20 years of work. apart from tyres brakes and 1 set of chain and sprockets, it has been bulletproof. 220 to 250km per tank is about average,running full stainless Yoshi system with RS-3 cans on the end and a Power Commander. I still get THE HORN every time I ride it .Peter From Victoria
@@justaride1474 You are right!!! it will never be sold. My kids will have to fight over it when I am gone. Sorry for no comment on your post, I really enjoyed watching it, but why wouldn't I, you were preaching to the converted!!! Thanks for the post!!
You are meant to do a complete top end rebuild. You didn't say what miles it had when you got it. I got mine new and the power does begin to fall off sometime after 15000 miles. Sorry to say you may have not ridden yours at its best. Get the top end done.... Where was yours from as different markets were set up slightly differently. UK had the highest power. Not sure where the power was limited but mine was only giving 95% throttle according to my power commander. Its now set at 100%.
@@richardlee2488 9000km Australian delivery 2000 model . We have some absolutely magnificent bike roads in the high country of North East Victoria which is where I am from and the SP1 loves those types of roads. Seems a bit odd that a Honda needs work on the heads that soon!!!
@@peterguest7483 it's to overcome pocketing of the valves from memory. Perhaps because of carbon build up but they mentioned recutting and lapping the valve seats. It's possible it is a very narrow seat so can burn easily and to maintain formula 1 performance they see it as necessary. The actual service requirements are very extensive but for something that can do 180mph plus its better to be safe. I heard the mountain roads are awesome but not sure about meeting a logging truck on the bendy bits or the wildlife. I've seen the size of your mice. I live 30 miles east of the Isle of man on the English mainland but its 100 miles including about a 3 hour ferry trip. The mountain course is amazing once your out of the speed limits but the weather is unpredictable. The white lines are very slippy too as even on virtually slick tyres and in the dry spinning up the back tyre at 120mph is quite common. For the record I want to be buried with mine. :)
This is easily the best sp1 review , responsible riding of a super bike in a public place , I love the way you said you where nipple hard looking forward to track days.very well put together and narrated well done Adrian 👍
Great review. I own an sp1 and a white sp2, both great motorcycles, the changes made on the sp2 makes for a shaper ride imo.. both are going up in value and are getting harder to find, specially ive been told the white sp2 which was the colin edwards castrol honda. Both were world superbike championship winning bikes, so its abit like any aussie bathurst winning car, they are fetching good money. Apart from that these bikes are the best sportsbikes ive owned, all others ive sold, the only other i love is my 2007 cbr 1000 fireblade. Thanx again mate love your reviews 👍
Great bikes :) I have an 05 blade and my brother recently picked up an 01 sp1. I believe they're my two loves, out of the good amount of bikes we've been fortunate enough to own or ride. One day I'll find a well cared for sp2 to call my own.
@@warrensmith792 Had an SP1 and as with most bikes, regret selling it. Definitely one of the best I've had. Currently got a 1,600 miler (yes that low, not battery reset) 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory, out the crate condition. Would be tempted to p/ex for a SP1 or SP2 if could find the right one, mainly as the SP1 fitted me better, the Aprilia is bigger. Oddly my first RSV 1000 R didnt feel that big, but this one does, as beautiful as it looks, dripping in carbon, OZ rims, Ohlins suspension, its stunning. Also got a Ducati Monster 1100 Evo, amazing bike. V-twins all day for me.
Good on you mate. Most entertaining RC-51 video (it's written right on our fairings here in the US) I've seen to date and I've watched em all. Waiting delivery of a Nicky Hayden edition. Can't F'n wait. Cheers 🍻
Owned my SP1 since 2012 , knocked off nearly 4 years ago and just about to get it back on the road , missed it very much , I have a MV Agusta F4 but still prefer the SP. Good video
Just a quick note. The cams are not chain driven, they are gear driven, hence the cute little whine that comes from the front as the back is producing the most guteral eargasm noise you can muster on a sports bike imo. Also, as Im about to trade in my 97 fireblade for an SP1 next week, I must admit that, although the SP1 is not uncomfortable for me, it is a noticable tad heavier and sluggish when handling compared to my blade. Oh god I'm gonna miss my blade, but it was time for a step forward. Can't wait to scare the shit out of car alarms and annoy my neighbours with this red devil. Such a lovely machine.
In the UK, the first batch of SP1’s sold well compared to later years, so SP2’s have typically been harder to get hold of. I’ve owned both models over the last twenty years and have kept one SP2 (and sold another) as I think it’s the best of the bunch.
Yes Honda made around 15 changes with the sp2 and the consensus is that it’s a better bike but I’m guessing that for typical road riding most people won’t be too concerned as the sp1 is still a great motorcycle and you can pick one up for less than a 2 though they’ve both increasing in value.
You’re right in that the changes are not that obvious based on a typical ride. Having owned and worked on both I was surprised by how many changes were made given that the two bikes look so similar. I gather some were at the request of HRC to homologate changes for the race bikes with others made to improve issues reported on the SP1 road bikes. They basically involve lighter wheels and exhausts (including a revised exhausts port shape), frame revisions, different subframe, swingarm, rear shock / linkage, fans on both radiators, fuel injection system changes (from 4 to 12 jets and an inlet increase from 54 to 62mm), clutch upgrades and a few other bits I’ve forgotten about. You only realise some of the changes when you start to buy parts.
@@paulcavacuiti4176 That’s for sure. My sp2 was stolen 3 years ago and now I’m finding it difficult to replace within my budget so will probably settle for an sp1 😄
Love this fella good job chopper and yess iv got the same bike properly done review and him on R1 had same year bike an sp1 comes at side he’s like and what and what!!!! Learn ya bikes respect when due the bike and the funny Ozzy rideing it if don’t follow him something wrong with you much love brother from Manchester uk ever come hear ride one ov my bikes anytime 😅gee Salford Manchester
I bought my SP1 in 2007 , now have done nearly 60000 and it is still running like a swiss clock.
Currently replacing the radiators because the twin has shaken the shit out of the mounting points, not too bad for 20 years of work. apart from tyres brakes and 1 set of chain and sprockets, it has been bulletproof.
220 to 250km per tank is about average,running full stainless Yoshi system with RS-3 cans on the end and a Power Commander.
I still get THE HORN every time I ride it .Peter From Victoria
Peter Guest never sell it mate. You clearly are and should be a proud SP1 owner for life. Stay safe. Stay happy.
@@justaride1474 You are right!!! it will never be sold. My kids will have to fight over it when I am gone.
Sorry for no comment on your post, I really enjoyed watching it, but why wouldn't I, you were preaching to the converted!!! Thanks for the post!!
You are meant to do a complete top end rebuild.
You didn't say what miles it had when you got it.
I got mine new and the power does begin to fall off sometime after 15000 miles.
Sorry to say you may have not ridden yours at its best. Get the top end done....
Where was yours from as different markets were set up slightly differently. UK had the highest power. Not sure where the power was limited but mine was only giving 95% throttle according to my power commander. Its now set at 100%.
@@richardlee2488 9000km Australian delivery 2000 model . We have some absolutely magnificent bike roads in the high country of North East Victoria which is where I am from and the SP1 loves those types of roads.
Seems a bit odd that a Honda needs work on the heads that soon!!!
@@peterguest7483 it's to overcome pocketing of the valves from memory. Perhaps because of carbon build up but they mentioned recutting and lapping the valve seats. It's possible it is a very narrow seat so can burn easily and to maintain formula 1 performance they see it as necessary.
The actual service requirements are very extensive but for something that can do 180mph plus its better to be safe.
I heard the mountain roads are awesome but not sure about meeting a logging truck on the bendy bits or the wildlife. I've seen the size of your mice.
I live 30 miles east of the Isle of man on the English mainland but its 100 miles including about a 3 hour ferry trip.
The mountain course is amazing once your out of the speed limits but the weather is unpredictable. The white lines are very slippy too as even on virtually slick tyres and in the dry spinning up the back tyre at 120mph is quite common.
For the record I want to be buried with mine. :)
This is easily the best sp1 review , responsible riding of a super bike in a public place , I love the way you said you where nipple hard looking forward to track days.very well put together and narrated well done Adrian 👍
Daniel Watters cheers mate. 👍🏼👍🏼
Literally just finished a 1 month review on an SP1 for my channel. I loved it so much I just bought a Castrol liveried SP1 for myself ♥️
Nice. I’ll go check out your review. 👍🏼
Great review. I own an sp1 and a white sp2, both great motorcycles, the changes made on the sp2 makes for a shaper ride imo.. both are going up in value and are getting harder to find, specially ive been told the white sp2 which was the colin edwards castrol honda. Both were world superbike championship winning bikes, so its abit like any aussie bathurst winning car, they are fetching good money. Apart from that these bikes are the best sportsbikes ive owned, all others ive sold, the only other i love is my 2007 cbr 1000 fireblade. Thanx again mate love your reviews 👍
Great bikes :) I have an 05 blade and my brother recently picked up an 01 sp1. I believe they're my two loves, out of the good amount of bikes we've been fortunate enough to own or ride. One day I'll find a well cared for sp2 to call my own.
@@warrensmith792 Had an SP1 and as with most bikes, regret selling it. Definitely one of the best I've had. Currently got a 1,600 miler (yes that low, not battery reset) 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 R Factory, out the crate condition. Would be tempted to p/ex for a SP1 or SP2 if could find the right one, mainly as the SP1 fitted me better, the Aprilia is bigger. Oddly my first RSV 1000 R didnt feel that big, but this one does, as beautiful as it looks, dripping in carbon, OZ rims, Ohlins suspension, its stunning.
Also got a Ducati Monster 1100 Evo, amazing bike. V-twins all day for me.
Enjoyed that review, Changing out the sprockets and chain on my SP1. my SP2 i think growled at you a time or two. great job man.
Great video, love the enthusiastically mad Aussie accented banter... Sold my 2000 SP1 in 2002 and regret it to this day. Looking for another.
Hello from France 🇨🇵, great video, too few of our SP1 owners talk about this mythical bike 😋, in any case I love mine 🥰
Rc51/ sp1 or sp2 are the best bikes ever made for the public. Speaking of the sound they make more powerful in line 4’s sound like sewing machines.
Can’t argue with you there mate. 👌🏼👌🏼
Good on you mate. Most entertaining RC-51 video (it's written right on our fairings here in the US) I've seen to date and I've watched em all. Waiting delivery of a Nicky Hayden edition. Can't F'n wait. Cheers 🍻
Thanks for the love Franklin. Enjoy that 69 edition. Legend bloke he was. 💪🏼👌🏼
Owned my SP1 since 2012 , knocked off nearly 4 years ago and just about to get it back on the road , missed it very much , I have a MV Agusta F4 but still prefer the SP. Good video
Just a quick note. The cams are not chain driven, they are gear driven, hence the cute little whine that comes from the front as the back is producing the most guteral eargasm noise you can muster on a sports bike imo.
Also, as Im about to trade in my 97 fireblade for an SP1 next week, I must admit that, although the SP1 is not uncomfortable for me, it is a noticable tad heavier and sluggish when handling compared to my blade. Oh god I'm gonna miss my blade, but it was time for a step forward. Can't wait to scare the shit out of car alarms and annoy my neighbours with this red devil. Such a lovely machine.
Terrub thanks for the chain/gear clarification.
The neighbours will learn to love that sound! Who wouldn’t??
In the UK, the first batch of SP1’s sold well compared to later years, so SP2’s have typically been harder to get hold of. I’ve owned both models over the last twenty years and have kept one SP2 (and sold another) as I think it’s the best of the bunch.
Yes Honda made around 15 changes with the sp2 and the consensus is that it’s a better bike but I’m guessing that for typical road riding most people won’t be too concerned as the sp1 is still a great motorcycle and you can pick one up for less than a 2 though they’ve both increasing in value.
You’re right in that the changes are not that obvious based on a typical ride. Having owned and worked on both I was surprised by how many changes were made given that the two bikes look so similar. I gather some were at the request of HRC to homologate changes for the race bikes with others made to improve issues reported on the SP1 road bikes. They basically involve lighter wheels and exhausts (including a revised exhausts port shape), frame revisions, different subframe, swingarm, rear shock / linkage, fans on both radiators, fuel injection system changes (from 4 to 12 jets and an inlet increase from 54 to 62mm), clutch upgrades and a few other bits I’ve forgotten about. You only realise some of the changes when you start to buy parts.
@@paulcavacuiti4176 That’s for sure. My sp2 was stolen 3 years ago and now I’m finding it difficult to replace within my budget so will probably settle for an sp1 😄
Great video keep up the good work 👌
27:50 Riding a sports bike with shorts on😮🤭. You have been warned 😂😂
I just scored a 2000 SP1 with under 10,000 km and it has not been molested
It was about $1500 more than the new 929
Love this fella good job chopper and yess iv got the same bike properly done review and him on R1 had same year bike an sp1 comes at side he’s like and what and what!!!! Learn ya bikes respect when due the bike and the funny Ozzy rideing it if don’t follow him something wrong with you much love brother from Manchester uk ever come hear ride one ov my bikes anytime 😅gee Salford Manchester
Mount Tambo?
Yep. And the surrounding area.
@@justaride1474 I used to ride it a lot. Roads are great here in the UK when it’s not pissing down
nice review, had a good old laugh at the use ya fuckin mirrors ya bell end comment :)
You do realise that there are thousands of Fazer 1000 gen 1 owners laughing at you eh? ;)
Didn’t hear them over the throaty rumble of the big twin. 👍🏼