Honda VTR 100F Superhawk reviews

They told me before I bought this bike that V-Twins are an aquired taste. Well I sure as hell aquired it!! This is the most fun bike I have ever owned. I recently joined a local sportbike club and it never ceases to amaze the other riders this scoot flat out rocks. It's a shame that the inline 4 bikes get all the publicity because they are overlooking a seriously great bike. A definite 10 on the grin scale. Show less

This is the "ultimate driving machine". I purchased this monster 2 months ago and can't believe the tamed power band. I had a F2 600 for 10 years and to show you the Honda reliability factor I received $3200 trade in on a bike that sold three days later. The technology put into the frame/integrated swingarm system is truly a work of art. The handling is beyond reproach with the ligther than air response time. The V-twin power is simply out of this world with the reponsiveness of the FI makes this the bike that Ducati wishes they had. Tall gearing makes city driving a hassle...but enter the onramp of a freeway and she's feels right at home. Tank pad by Honda fixes the belt buckle problem and looks good too. Just make sure you're within 100 miles of a gas station as this baby inhales the petro. Tire side up!! Show less

I think that the hawk is an excellent bike when a steering dampener and aftermarket pipes are added. The real need for improved braking is more of a pressing issue than most peoples complaints about the suspension in my opinion. Over all the power and Torque at low rpm's of the V-twin in general will spoil most inline 4 riders because there is no need for as much shifting when riding hard or just cruising around town. Although coming into tight corners is tricky at first because normally inlines require down shifting and the v-twin needs to be left at a faily low rpm (~4-5 rpm). My general comparison to most riders is the hawk is like the power of a v-8 in a car and the inline 4's are like a high performance high reving 4-cylinder. Show less

I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2001 RC51. THE DEALERSHIP LET ME TAKE ONE FOR A TEST RIDE. I WAS SOLD IN THE FIRST MILE. COMPARED TO MY 2000 CBR (YOU CAN'T). I FEEL MORE CONFIDENT ON THIS BIKE THAN ANY BIKE I HAVE EVER RIDDEN. DID I MENTION THE AWESOME WHEELIES IT WILL DO. FROM SOME OF THE OTHER LETTERS I HAVE READ, IT SEEMS YOU GUYS UP NORTH ARE GETTING RAPED BY THE DEALERSHIPS. TRY LOOKING HERE IN FLORIDA, THE ORLANDO TO MIAMI AREA. YOU MIGHT BE SUPRISED. I PAID 10,700 OUT THE DOOR FOR MINE. CORBIN HAS A NEW SEAT FOR THE RC51. I BOUGHT ONE THE OTHER DAY AND IT IS VERY NICE. IF YOU RACE THE BIKE IT IS A MUST, IT REALLY KEEPS YOUR ASS PLANTED. Show less

Honda should be commended for bringing to the market a true "race bike with lights" at a very reasonable price. Certainly this wasn't the case with the RC30 or RC45. Other than the need to lose about 25-30 lbs., the bike is perfect as delivered. I have never owned a bike that required or encouraged you to replace less. Reliability is typical Honda, i.e. above reproach. Parts availability at first was not typical Honda, but this has been solved now. I can highly recommend this bike to anyone who appreciates high build quality, performance and even reasonable street comfort at a reasonable price, along with a certain amount of panache that usually only comes with something Italian. The bike responds to suspension adjustments exactly as you would expect, with impeccable handling. I can also highly recommend replacement of the stock skins with Bridgestone's new BT 010's. If you have the opportunity, get you one! Show less

This is a cool bike! I love just about everything on this bike except for the terrible gas mileage and rider positioning. When I first sat on this bike it gave me that you sit up feel but after riding it I realize how uncomfortable she can be! I am going to get some heli-bars and a Corbin seat and I should be good to go! HopONDumbAss!!! Jason Show less

**My first thought of riding my RC51 is that it feels much smaller than a liter motorcycle. It also feels very light, nimble and maneuverable around banking curves on twisted canyon roads. Break-in is deceiving as I asked my dealer what are the parameters of a 300mi break-in while servicing the bike at 600mi. Many motorcycles I owned in the past had break-in at 55-60mph in top gear. It felt awkward breaking-in the RC51 at 55-60mph. This is about 3,000 rpm or lower in top(6th) gear and feels like the bike is begging to be ridden harder. The dealer said just keep the revs below 5,000 rpm during break-in and you will be safe. I kept the revs at 4,000 rpm and below until the 600miles break-in. **Once the RC51 was broken-in, it is a "Monster Machinewith tons of useful torques that can accelerate you from 50mph to 100+mph in a matter of seconds. Because the torque curve of the RC51 is so potent, you don't have to wind out the engine in high revs for the adrenaline rush in G-Force increased velocity. You are never left with searching for the right gear in turns or in straight out acceleration. **The bike is extremely controllable/flickable at low speeds if having to cut lanes in rush hour' traffic. As a commuter bike, it is can be ridden very conservatively and is well mannered. On the highway if you are in a compromising situation, a light twist of the throttle will put you in triple digits' with its gut wrenching' acceleration clearing you away from any vehicle in harms way. In the canyons the bikes combination of torque and handling is excellent. On the track without worry about oncoming traffic, oil slicks and major road debris makes the average rider seem like a superior rider. For "Superior Riderslike Miguel DuHamel, Colin Edwards and Nicky Haden --puts them in the "Winners Circlefor team Honda. ** The RC51 is a sports race bike first. The ergonomics and exchangeable tail-section/seat is impractical for long distance touring and carrying soft luggage. The RC51 does not have a bike bra so a rubber strip' at your Honda dealership would help; otherwise, keep your belt buckles and jacket zippers away from the gas tank to those who never owned a sport race bike. ** I do not recommend this bike for first time or novice riders. This bike is very deceptive and though it can be ridden conservatively, it can be an UNTAMED MONSTER to individuals lacking riding experience. **I do recommend the RC51 to seasoned riders with tremendous amounts of self-control to ride sensibly, which again being a relative term. If you purchased and ride your RC51 and have not received a speeding ticket, haven't scratch your gas tank with your belt buckle or zipper, haven't wiped out because the bike was too much for you you're riding sensible;-) Show less

This bike seems to be THA' BOMB, cause I saw it at the bike show this past weekend. Anyway, I got to sit on it and I think this is the most comfortable bike out there, just because of the feel for the bike I'm thinking of getting one of these babie's....I was thinking of a GSX-R 750, but i'm not too sure anymore and i'm usually a HONDA man, but they are darn expensive, but now I know why, cause you get the best quality for the money, that's all I got to say.... Show less

I purchased this bike just because i didn't want to see myself coming and going like CBR,ZX9,GSXR,R1'S.Great decision with a few needed upgrades. Yoshimura RS3 full exhaust drops 4 and a half pounds, factory jet kit, and K&N filter lets the bird fly.Brakes are soft put on galfer steel lines on front.Replace pads when stock are gone.Honda saved cash on the suspension.Upgrade to Race Tech kit for front and ship your rear in for redo to your weight.Run antique D204s until worn upgrade D207s,pilot sports,top tires right now.Shark lower fairing,killer suspension,superb power delivery,have fun trying to keep your wheel on the ground. Show less

I recently purchased my yellow Superhawk at a local dealer and all I can say is wow! After riding a '82 nighthawk 750 for 14 years I betrayed my Honda heritage and bought a zrx1100. After 3 months, 2600 miles and four trips to the dealer to keep the thing running, I gave up and came back home to Honda. I have followed the Superhawk from rumors to fruition. The only reason I didn't buy it first was budget. I realized my mistake and love my new scoot. Power, comfort, one-wheeled shenanigans, and that yellow paint! My Harley friends are jealous! Show less