LOT 344

The Robin Spring Collection 1998 Honda 899cc Fireblade Registration no. R596 RDP Frame no. JH2SC33AXWM207445 (See Text) Engine no. SC33E-2216963 (See Text)

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Lot 344

The Robin Spring Collection, 1998 Honda 899cc Fireblade

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|13 October 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

The Robin Spring Collection
1998 Honda 899cc Fireblade
Registration no. R596 RDP
Frame no. JH2SC33AXWM207445 (See Text)
Engine no. SC33E-2216963 (See Text)

Every so often a model comes along that rewrites the rulebook for sports motorcycles, one of the most influential of modern times being Honda's FireBlade. Launched in 1992, the FireBlade blew away the opposition with its combination of litre-bike performance and a 600-sized package. Superbly styled and evocatively titled, it was recognised as a future classic almost immediately, and early and unmolested examples command high prices today.
This example was acquired by Robin on 2nd September 2000 having had two previous keepers. The vendor advises us that the alarm is disconnected and that the battery is flat and may need replacing. Seat screws are under the seat. Original silencer is supplied. Accompanying paperwork includes a V5C document (please note the discrepancies mentioned above); various MoTs (most recent expired 5th July 2018); and an MSG Racing & Dyno invoice and report from 2014 showing 121.15bhp. The original owner's manual and Datatag paperwork are also supplied. According to Gov.uk MoT history, the last test was conducted on 13th May 2021 at 10,170 miles. However, earlier entries on the Gov.uk website show a higher mileage as well as other discrepancies. (These may be due to 'trip' readings instead of the total mileage travelled.) Some fairly extensive recommissioning will be required before taking to the road. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted, the V5C records the frame number as: JH25C33AXWM207445, and the engine number as: SC33LT22126963.
Offered with key

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