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Honda CBR1000RR

Sport bike produced by Honda

Summary

Sport bike produced by Honda

FieldValue
nameHonda CBR1000RR Fireblade
imageHONDA CBR1000RR 2007.jpg
caption2007 Honda CBR1000RR
akaFireblade
manufacturerHonda
production2004–present (as seventh-generation Fireblade)
predecessorHonda CBR954RR
classSport bike
relatedHonda CBR600RR
engine998 – liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-four

The Honda CBR1000RR, marketed in some countries with the Fireblade suffix (capitalized as FireBlade until the 2000s), is a sport bike produced by Honda since 2004 as the seventh generation of the CBR Fireblade series of motorcycles that began with the CBR900RR in 1992.

History

Racing roots

The Honda CBR1000RR was developed by the same team that was behind the MotoGP series. Many of the new technologies introduced in the CBR600RR were used in the new CBR1000RR such as a lengthy swingarm, Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, and Dual Stage Fuel Injection System (DSFI).

2004–2005 (SC57)

The seventh-generation RR (SC57), the Honda CBR1000RR, was the successor to the 2002 CBR954RR. While evolving the CBR954RR design, few parts were carried over to the CBR1000RR. The compact 998 cc in-line four was a new design, with different bore and stroke dimensions, race-inspired cassette-type six-speed gearbox, all-new ECU-controlled ram-air system, dual-stage fuel injection, and center-up exhaust with a new computer-controlled butterfly valve. The chassis was likewise all-new, including an organic-style aluminum frame composed of Gravity Die-Cast main sections and Fine Die-Cast steering head structure, inverted fork, Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, radial-mounted front brakes, and a centrally located fuel tank hidden under a faux cover. Additionally, the Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) debuted as an industry first system which aimed to improve stability and help eliminate head shake while automatically adjusting for high and low speed steering effort.

A longer swingarm acted as a longer lever arm in the rear suspension for superior traction under acceleration and more progressive suspension action. Longer than the corresponding unit on the CBR954RR (585 mm compared to 551 mm) the CBR1000RR's 34 mm longer swingarm made up 41.6 percent of its total wheelbase. The CBR1000RR's wheelbase also increased, measuring 1405 mm; a 5 mm increase over the 954.

Accommodating the longer swingarm was another reason the CBR1000RR power plant shared nothing with the 954. Shortening the engine compared to the 954 meant rejecting the conventional in-line layout. Instead, engineers positioned the CBR1000RR's crankshaft, main shaft and countershaft in a triangulated configuration, with the countershaft located below the main shaft, dramatically shortening the engine front to back, and moving the swingarm pivot closer to the crankshaft. This configuration was first successfully introduced by Yamaha with the YZF-R1 model in 1998 and inspired superbike design in the following years.

Positioning this compact engine farther forward in the chassis also increased front-end weight bias, an effective method of making high-powered liter bikes less wheelie prone under hard acceleration. This approach, however, also provided very little space between the engine and front wheel for a large radiator. Engineers solved this problem by giving the RR a modest cylinder incline of 28°, and moving the oil filter from its frontal placement on the 954 to the right side of the 1000RR engine. This allowed the RR's center-up exhaust system to tuck closely to the engine.

File:Honda CBR 1000 RR Fireblade 2004.jpg|2004 CBR1000RR

2006–2007 (SC57 II)

The eighth generation RR (SC57 II) was introduced in 2006 and offered incremental advancements over the earlier model, and less weight. Changes for 2006 included: A revised front fairing design, new rear suspension with new linkage ratios 135 mm, along with a new chassis geometry, and a new lighter swingarm. A new intake and exhaust porting (higher flow, reduced chamber volume). A higher compression ratio (from 11.9:1 to 12.3:1). The cam timing was revised. Intake valve lift was increased from 8.9 mm to 9.1 mm. Double springs for the intake valves were implemented. The engine RPM redline was increased from 11,250rpm to 12,200rpm. A larger rear sprocket was fitted (from 41 to 42 teeth). New exhaust system. The disk brakes were changed with a larger diameter 320 mm front brake discs but thinner at 4.5 mm as well as a larger 220 mm rear brake discs but thinner at 4.5 mm Along with a smaller, lighter rear caliper.

The 2006 model carried over to the 2007 model year mostly unchanged except for color options.

File:Honda CBR1000RR 2006 model.jpg|2006 CBR1000RR

2008–2011 (SC59)

An all-new ninth-generation RR (SC59), the CBR1000RR was introduced at the Paris International Motorcycle Show on September 28, 2007, for the 2008 model year. The CBR1000RR was powered by an all-new 999 cc inline-four engine with a redline of 13,000 rpm. It had titanium valves and an enlarged bore with a corresponding reduced stroke. The engine had a completely new cylinder block, head configuration, and crankcase with lighter pistons. A new ECU had two separate revised maps sending the fuel and air mixture to be squeezed tight by the 12.3:1 compression ratio. Ram air was fed to an enlarged air box through two revised front scoops located under the headlamps.

Honda made a very focused effort to reduce and centralize overall weight. A lighter, narrower die-cast frame was formed using a new technique which Honda claimed allowed for very thin wall construction and only four castings to be welded together. Almost every part of the new bike was reengineered to reduce weight, including the sidestand, front brake hoses, brake rotors, battery, and wheels.

In order to improve stability under deceleration, a slipper clutch was added, with a center-cam-assist mechanism. The Honda Electronic Steering Damper was revised as well. Another significant change was the exhaust system, which was no longer a center-up underseat design. The new exhaust was a side-slung design in order to increase mass centralization and compactness while mimicking a MotoGP-style.

2009

On September 5, 2008, Honda announced the tenth generation of the RR as a 2009 model. The bike remained much the same, in terms of engine, styling, and performance. The only significant addition was the introduction of the optional factory fitted Combined ABS (C-ABS) system originally showcased on the CBR600RR Combined ABS prototype. Lightweight turn signals were also added.

2010

On September 4, 2009, Honda announced the eleventh generation of the RR as a 2010 model. Honda increased the diameter of the flywheel for more inertia. This improved low-rpm torque and smoother running just off idle. The license plate assembly was redesigned for quicker removal when preparing the motorcycle for track use. The muffler cover was also redesigned for improved appearance.

File:Honda-CBR1000RR 2007TMS.jpg|2008 CBR1000RR File:Honda CBR 1000RR Fireblade Repsol SE.JPG|2009 CBR1000RR File:2010 Honda CBR1000RR at the 2009 Seattle International Motorcycle Show.jpg|2010 CBR1000RR

2012–2016 (SC59 II)

The twelfth-generation Fireblade celebrated its 20th anniversary, revised for 2012, featuring Showa's Big Piston suspension technology, Showa balance-free shock, further improved software for the combined ABS, new 12-spoke wheels, aerodynamic tweaks, an all LCD display and other minor updates.

2014

Retuned engine for additional power, modified rider position along with new windscreen. Also added a performance oriented "SP" variant.

File:Honda CBR1000RR front 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.jpg|2012 CBR1000RR File:Honda CBR1000 RR SP.jpg|2014 CBR1000RR SP

2017–2019 (SC77)

For 2017, with the 25th anniversary of the Fireblade, Honda has updated its flagship CBR (SC77) with new bodywork and features such as throttle-by-wire and traction control for the first time that works with selectable ride modes. A retuned engine which now produces a claimed 189 hp and 153.2 hp Some of the new features on the SP model are semi-active Öhlins Electronic Control suspension (S-EC), Brembo monobloc four-piston front brake calipers, titanium fuel tank and a 13:1 compression ratio. Also adding an even more exotic limited production "SP2" variant with Marchesini forged wheels and with larger valves of which 500 units will be sold.

2019

The CBR1000RR Fireblade received some electronic updates for 2019. The traction control is now separated from the wheelie control, meaning both systems can be controlled independently. The dashboard now has a three-position ‘W’ setting, alongside the Power, Engine Braking and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) traction settings. The ABS settings has also been tweaked, giving less intervention above 120 km/h and giving 15% more deceleration. The ride-by-wire throttle motor is also enhanced, giving the throttle plates more quick reaction to the rider's inputs.

File:Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade - Indonesia International Motor Show 2017 - Side view - April 30 2017.jpg|2017 CBR1000RR File:Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade SP1 - Indonesia International Motor Show 2018 - April 26 2018.jpg|2018 CBR1000RR SP1

2020–present (CBR1000RR-R; SC82)

For 2020, the CBR1000RR is updated along with an updated name (CBR1000RR-R) for the SP model which is race inspired, with redesigned bodywork and new engine based on technologies used in RC213V MotoGP bike.

2024

Changes to the 2024 model include improved specifications for each engine part that have resulted in improved acceleration performance in the mid-range, the implementation of Honda's first two-motor throttle-by-wire (TBW) system, and weight reduction through redesigned frame body components.

File:CBR 1000 RR-R SP 2020.jpg|2020 CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP File:2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP.jpg|2024 CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

Awards

The CBR1000RR was awarded Cycle World's International Bike of the Year for 2008–09 by the world's moto-journal communities as well as journalists. The 2009 CBR1000RR won the Best Sportbike of the Year Award in Motorcycle USA Best of 2009 Awards, having also won the over 750 cc open sportbike class in 2008. The 2012 CBR1000RR won another Cycle World shootout, as well as a Motorcycle USA best street and track comparisons.

Various teams have won the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race nine times between 2003 and 2014. Various teams have won the Macau Grand Prix five times between 2004 and 2012.

Specifications

2004 — 20052006 — 20072008 — 20112012 — 20162017 — 20192020EngineBore × strokeCompression ratioValvetrainFuelIgnitionPowerPower rear wheelTorqueTorque rear wheelTop SpeedDrivetrainFront suspensionRear suspensionBrakesTiresRake, trailWheelbaseSeat heightDry weightWet weightFuel capacityPerformance0 to0 toTop speedBraking 60 toFuel economy
998 cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder999 cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
75.0 ×76 ×81 mm x 48.5 mm (3.18 in x 1.90 in)
11.9:112.2:112.3:113.0:113.0:1
Four valves per cylinder (DOHC)
Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3D mapping
172.0 bhp @ 11,000 rpm174.0 bhp @ 11,250 rpm186.0 bhp @ 12,000 rpm214 bhp @ 14,500 (claimed, Euro model) 193 bhp @ 13,960 measured
136.1 hp142.6 hp150.9 hp153.2 hp @ 10,600 rpm165.4 bhp @ 12,000rpm (US model)
76.4 lbf.ft @ 8,500 rpm76.74 lbft @ 8500 rpm75.7 lbf.ft (rear wheel)78.3 lbft @ 9,630 rpm84 lbft @ 11,000 rpm
71.4 lbf.ft73.9 lbf.ft75.7 lbf.ft74.6 lbf.ft @ 10,580rpm
180 mph188 mph189 mph174 mph189 mph
Cassette-type, close-ratio six-speed sequential, constant-mesh, #530 O-ring sealed chainClose-ratio six-speed sequential, constant-mesh, #530 O-ring sealed chain6-speed sequential, multi-plate hydraulic wet-clutch with assist-slipper
43 mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 4.7 in travel43 mm inverted Big Piston Fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability43 mm inverted Big Piston Fork fully adjustable 4.7 in travel43 mm Showa Telescopic inverted piston fork fully adjustable 4.7 in travel
HMAS Pro-Link single shock with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability; 5.3 in travelUnit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring pre-load, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.4 in travelUnit Pro-Link Balance-Free Rear Shock with spring pre-load, rebound and compression damping adjustabilityShowa balance-free shock fully adjustable l5.4 in travelUnit Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step preload
Front: Dual full-floating 310 mm discs with four-piston radial-mounted callipers
Rear: Single 220 mm disc with single-piston calliperFront: Dual full-floating 320 mm discs with four-piston radial-mounted callipers
Rear: Single 220 mm disc with single-piston calliperCast aluminum alloy 5-spoke; 17 in. x 3.5 in. / 17 in. x 6 in.
Front: 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear: 190/50ZR-17 radialFront: 120/70-ZR17 radial
Rear: 200/55-ZR17 radial
23.75°, 102 mm23.45°, 100 mm23.3°, 96.2 mm23.3°, 96.0 mm23.3°, 96.0 mm24.0°, 101.6 mm
55.6 in55.2 in55.4 in55.5 in55.3 in1455 mm
32.5 in32.3 in32.7 in828 mm
431 lb425 lb385 lb
459 –449 lb438 lb452 lb433 lb
4.8 usgal, including 1.06 usgal reserve4.7 usgal, including 1.06 usgal reserve4.2 usgal16 L
date=May 2021}}date=May 2021}}date=May 2021}}2.6 sec.
10.14 sec. @ 140.79 mph9.95 sec. @ 144.4 mph9.94 sec. @ 143.12 mph9.82 sec. @ 144.77 mph
179 –187 –193 mph192 mph214 mph
114 ft115 ft122 ft123 ft
37.0 mpgus37.7 mpgus38.5 mpgus38 mpgus

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