The Racing History of Honda | GearDriven Hot Lap

The first in what will be a regular series discussing various histories and aspects of the automotive world. This time: Honda and its illustrious motorcycle racing history.
I know I missed parts and probably got a few facts wrong, but I wanted to keep it around the ten minute mark. It's also my first try lol.
Cover image: tomplumpton.deviantart.com/

[@andyb.1026]

The Top Guy at Honda is always an Engineer, never an accountant or lawyer etc 😇😊

[@RedRideRVT1R]

or marketing dept

[@richardho5955]

Thank you! I had a VF750F back in 1983, great bike but soft cams! So in 1991 I bought a VFR750F which I still own today! Honda V-4’s rule, and run like a Seiko watch! 🏍👍🇿🇦

[@PJHEATERMAN]

How do you not mention the RC51.

[@jafinjohn7367]

You should do one for honda rc51 v twin

[@franktore]

Making a video of the racing history of Honda, and didnt mention the RC51. Jeeez..!

[@KC16A6]

YOU have just introduced me (a MAJOR Honda fan) to a beautiful engine building video AND to a history lesson... what else could anyone ask for ???

[@gregorychalfant4159]

Thank you very much for producing this video it means so much to me I have a 2017 CBR 1000rr SP2 I absolutely love it trying to save money to get one of those RC 213 VS

[@orientaldog]

RC51?

[@markwinchester3005]

After buying and growing to being extremely impressed I cannot believe how much better HONDA is than pretty much every other motorcycle out there. Some are close but most aren't.

[@allistervilliers9442]

Brilliant. Loved it and loved that it's kiwi!

[@wingsof2ndheartattack647]

RC 51 ?????

[@dennisobrien2578]

Loved this video. I’ve had 4😀 VFR’ s. 86-87-91-99

[@truthandjustice6838]

All I want is a V4 Honda...one last time please Honda.

[@johnnyrvf]

According to official Honda figures, the total number of RC30s built was 4.782.

[@N0ENEMIES]

How does this only have 7 likes??!!

[@GearDriven]

Glad you like it! I want to do more of these videos but they take a while and not many people end up watching them haha. Maybe when my channel grows a bit I'll revisit, is there one you'd like to see?

[@rochellestanley9532]

Love HRC history 👏

[@random-characters4162]

btw do someone have a link to honda assble bike asmr video?))

[@PerHolger]

Lovely video!

[@GearDriven]

Cheers! Anything I could improve on?

[@RedRideRVT1R]

the music and the duc favored ending. HRC stands for Duc-Hunters Incorporated

[@Brakelateatmsn]

How about the '85-'86 VF1000R sold here in the states. They can be found in decent shape and are extremely affordable.

[@gusstevenson42069]

I have a VF1000R 1985. SC 16, CAM GEAR drive. I love it's weight and power. Don't know what to do with it, I'm getting to old.

[@dvtc8u]

cheers for this!

[@donr62]

Nice report but spoiled by the dyno runs of the NR500 that wasn’t an NR500.

[@piee93able]

HONDA FOR LIFE...#JapanBeast👍🏍😎

[@sicks6six]

At last someone who talks plainly, knows what they are saying and how to say it without any self publicity or stupid jokes that makes you stop watching, keep it simple, plain, factual and clear, no jokes, it's the bike not you. OK !

[@empirecases4128]

Poorly documented history, lack of good footage, very limited model coverage and jumped over some of the most interesting and important years, bikes and milestones.

[@Team-fabulous]

Honda have totally lost their way. Their bikes are SO good at what they do they've lost their character and soul. They are devoid of any personality. When I start my Royal Enfield or Moto Guzzi and watch them dance about the garage floor warming up I know they're alive.. Honda died years ago......

[@RedRideRVT1R]

dance into pieces maybe from their inferior build

[@davidciesielski8251]

honda has always been a bunch of weak crap that does not work. Maybe the 600 rr is the best bike they made for us....Everyone in the comments is saying what about the 51 ???? The bike that honda took Matt's showa guy and made him work for Nicky!!!! so they could win the championship. THEY NEVER CAN WIN WITHOUT SOME KIND OF ONE OFF BIKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If the motogp bike is so great....why can't anyone ride it but Marc...If the cbr1000rrrrrrrrrr is so great well ask Bautista ! Like I said the 600rr is the only bike that ever really competed. Please change my mind. Dave. PS My wife loves our Goldwing and I do own some CRF450's.