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1990s Honda VFR750 (RC36) Valuation Report

Date: November 2025

Historical Overview

The Honda VFR750 (RC36) became a benchmark UK sport-tourer in the 1990s thanks to its V4 engine, gear-driven cams and robust build. Early RC36 (1990-1993) and the facelift RC36-2 (1994-1997) trade in similar corridors; sharp, original examples with paperwork and sensible miles attract the strongest results.

UK Valuation Summary (by condition)

Condition	RC36 1990-1993	RC36-2 1994-1997	Evidence (UK — Sold vs Asking)
Project / Recommission Non-runner or off the road; needs work, cosmetics tired.	£900 – £1,300	£1,000 – £1,400	Sold: 1992 VFR750, Mathewsons, May 2024, approx £1,950 (running, average; sets upper context for usable bikes). Asking: UK projects/non-MOT examples frequently listed £900–£1,400 depending on completeness.
Roadworthy / Presentable Running and usable; MOT present/recent; tidy with age-related wear.	£1,600 – £2,300	£1,800 – £2,600	Sold: 1995 VFR750F, H&H Classics, Nov 2024, sold £2,185 (complete, average cosmetics). Sold: 1992 VFR750, Mathewsons, May 2024, sold £1,950 (good order, MOT). Asking: Late-2025 classifieds typically £1,500–£2,500 for tidy riders.
Restored / Excellent Very original low-mile or high-quality example with history.	£2,600 – £3,200	£2,800 – £3,600	Sold: 1994 VFR750F, WB & Sons, July 2024, sold £2,620 (clean, original, history). Sold: 1996 VFR750, Iconic Auctioneers, sold £3,050 (very tidy, low miles). Asking: Top-condition UK bikes commonly £2,800–£3,600 depending on mileage and originality.

Notes: Original fairings, factory paint/decals, standard exhausts, tidy wheels and correct screens add value. Gear whine is normal on these. Service history (valve checks, charging system health, reg/rec updates) and a clean MOT record underpin stronger prices.

Value Influencing Factors

Originality: OEM panels, paint and exhausts lift values; crash repairs and non-standard paint reduce interest.
Mileage & Use: Genuine low-mile bikes with regular servicing command a premium.
Paperwork: V5C, service invoices, old MOTs and owner history help significantly.
Timing: Spring/summer sales and event weekends (Stafford/NEC) usually see stronger bidding in the UK.

Conclusion

In the UK as of November 2025, RC36 VFR750 values typically sit around £1.6k–£2.6k for tidy, running riders depending on phase and condition, with confirmed hammers at roughly £1.95k–£3.05k supporting the band. Projects are generally £0.9k–£1.4k. Excellent and very original later RC36-2 examples with history can achieve £3k+, particularly when mileage is sensible and presentation is strong.

Sources (plain text, UK-focused):
H&H Classics — 1995 Honda VFR750F sold approx £2,185 (Nov 2024).
Mathewsons — 1992 Honda VFR750 sold approx £1,950 (May 2024).
WB & Sons — 1994 Honda VFR750F sold approx £2,620 (July 2024).
Iconic Auctioneers — 1996 Honda VFR750 sold approx £3,050 (very tidy, low miles).
Car & Classic UK, eBay UK — late-2025 asking levels for roadworthy RC36 typically £1,500–£2,500; excellent examples £2,800–£3,600.

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