Honda RVF - RC 45 vs Bimota SB7 (1997)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda RVF - RC 45stacks up against the Bimota SB7. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda RVF - RC 45Bimota SB7
Model year19961997
Price
Engine749 cc749 cc
Horsepower120 hp132 hp
Torque76 Nm
Weight189 kg178 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

Honda RVF - RC 45 vs Bimota SB7 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda RVF - RC 45 and the Bimota SB7 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda RVF - RC 45 brings 120 hp in a 189 kg package, while the Bimota SB7 counters with 132 hp at 178 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: