Open-class four-cylinder liter bikes have long been the holy grail for the best sportbike riders. Powerful, precise machines that stand at the very top of motorcycling's hierarchy. On the track, they command your full attention. On the street, they give you a ride like nothing else with a license plate. And make no mistake: Honda's 2021 CBR1000RR and CBR1000RR ABS are two of the best you'll ever ride. Spectacular, refined handling. Immediate, absolute power. And all in a package that offers Honda's legendary quality, and a level of comfort and rideability no racebike can match. Machines like these are a rare breed, and so are their riders. But once you experience a CBR1000RR, it's hard to be truly satisfied with anything less.
Performance Features
- Hi-Performance Four-Cylinder Engine: Featuring high-compression 13:1 pistons, the CBR1000RR revs like only a flat-plane inline-four can. It also makes ten horsepower more than our previous generation of CBR10000RR.
- Dual-Stage Fuel Injection: The CBR1000RR features two sets of injectors per cylinder for both low- and high-rpm performance, instantaneous high-rpm response and great low-rpm metering and clean running. Refined EFI settings make the engine even more manageable, with smoother throttle response specifically at smaller throttle openings.
- Honda Electric Steering Damper (HESD): Most steering dampers only sense handlebar-deflection speed. The Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) is way more sophisticated. It also detects vehicle speed, and adjusts damping proportionally. That helps maintain low-speed maneuverability while providing excellent, predictable high-speed handling.
- Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC): With Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), we've got your back, but you're in control. Here's how it works: The system automatically adjusts engine power and grip to optimize torque at the rear wheel, reducing rear-wheel slip. You get your choice of five power curves, ten torque-control levels, three engine-braking levels, and now three selectable levels of wheelie control so it's easier than ever to dial your bike in at the track.
- Throttle By Wire: The CBR1000RR's throttle-by-wire system works in concert with our Honda Selectable Torque Control. With the two, you get your choice of three engine power-delivery modes, plus two which you can custom program yourself.
Handling Features
- Lightweight Sub-Frame: Almost a full pound lighter than our previous generation, the CBR1000RR sub-frame further refines our mass centralization efforts. Light is always right, and this is the lightest CBR1000RR we've ever produced.
- Slimmer Ergonomics: The CBR1000RR is much slimmer than previous models in the tank/seat junction area, and also in the upper cowl (more than 24mm trimmer). This improves aerodynamics, and the narrow tank makes it easier to tuck in.
Engineering Features
- Thin Film Transfer Display: TFT means an instrument display that's lighter and easier to read than previous LCD designs. It's a first for Honda, and it's made its premiere on the CBR1000RR.
- Assisted Slipper Clutch: Superbikes can deliver a great deal of back-torque through the driveline, upsetting handling—not the CBR1000RR models. Its Honda-designed assisted slipper clutch is the same type used on our MotoGP bikes. The design does away with the need for heavy clutch springs, ensuring full power transmission with smooth shifting and a light clutch pull at the lever.
- Efficient Radiator Design: Almost an inch narrower than on our previous-generation CBR1000RR, and featuring a high-density core. Plus the radiator tucks in tighter and cools just as efficiently.
Design Features
- Full LED Lighting Package: Headlights, tail lights, turn signals—with the CBR1000RRs it's all done with lightweight, efficient, cool LEDs.
Engine
- Engine Type: 998cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
- Bore And Stroke: 76mm x 55mm
- Induction: Programmed Dual Stage Fuel Injection (PGM-DSFI) with 48mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectors
- Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
- Compression Ratio: 13:1
- Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Drive Train
- Transmission: Six-speed
- Final Drive: #530 Chain; 16T/43T
Chassis Suspension Brakes
- Front Suspension: 43mm Big Piston Front Fork with preload, compression and rebound adjustment; 4.3 inches of travel
- Rear Suspension: Single shock; 5.2 inches of travel
- Front Brake: Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with full-floating 320mm discs
- Rear Brake: Single-caliper 220mm disc
- Front Tire: 120/70-17
- Rear Tire: 190/50-17
Dimensions
- Rake (Caster Angle): 23.3 degrees
- Trail: 3.8 inches
- Wheel Base: 55.3 inches
- Seat Height: 32.3 inches
- Curb Weight: 428 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride)
- Fuel Capacity: 4.3 gallons
- Miles Per Gallon: 38 MPG - Honda's fuel economy estimates are based on EPA exhaust emission measurement test procedures and are intended for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you ride, how you maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, installation of accessories, cargo, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.
Other
- Model ID: CBR1000RR
- Emissions: Meets current EPA standards. California version meets current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.
- Available Colors: Matte Black Metallic, Grand Prix Red
Factory Warranty Information
- One Year Included: Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty
- Optional Extended: Extended coverage available with a HondaCare Protection Plan
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