In the near future, new Repsol Honda Team member Joan Mir will continue to acclimatise to Honda’s RC213V MotoGPTM thoroughbred at the Official MotoGPTM Sepang Test. In the meantime, Mir has been learning how to ride Honda’s CBR 1000 RR Fireblade superbike at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo.
With 10 World Championships between them, the combo of the 2020 MotoGPTM World Champion and Marc Marquez in the factory HRC ranks for the 2023 season is one of the most intriguing rider pairings we’ve ever seen in MotoGPTM.
As preseason training intensifies, Mir returned to Valencia. He started his Honda journey at the one-day Official Valencia Test in November 2022, to complete some crucial laps on Honda’s superbike.
Every rider and team, but notably Honda, who were dissatisfied with the results of their Valencia Test, must perform well in the next Sepang Test. Before we have to wait another month to see the premier class back on track in the Official Portimao Test in March, many eyes will be fixed on Mir’s development throughout the three days.
Engine and design
Since its first introduction in 1992, Honda’s legendary Fireblade has evolved into an incredible 1000cc sport bike. The Fireblade heavily borrows engine and chassis technology from the RC213V-S ‘Road Legal MotoGP Machine’. While the aerodynamics are inherited from his RC213V MotoGP machine, and the engine, handling, aerodynamics, and more have been engineered for pure design from the ground up.
The engine’s durability is improved by reducing internal friction, and the camshaft is coated with diamond-like carbon (DLC), similar to RC213V-S. This is the first time this process has been used on a production motorcycle.
The cylinder also features a built-in lower bypass that circulates cold water from the radiator to the main water jacket and uses uncooled water in the area below. The result is a lower, more uniform temperature at all points in the bore, resulting in less distortion and friction.
Aluminum diamond frame – A diamond-style aluminum frame uses the rear of the engine as a top shock mount. The swingarm is longer based on RC213V-S. Carefully tuned stiffness balance, weight distribution, and steering geometry for improved stability, handling, and traction.
Three driving modes
Three preset driving modes give you options to change the performance and character of your engine. Power (P), Engine Braking (EB), Wheelie Control (W), and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) can all be adjusted within the mode. The Fireblade SP also features a fire mode for race starts.
wheelie control – Wheelie Control uses lean angle information collected by the IMU and front and rear wheel speed sensors to maintain torque and manage front wheel lift without sacrificing forward propulsion.
Honda Selectable Torque Control – Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) adjusts off in addition to nine levels. Updated for smoother, more intuitive grip management, HSTC helps maximize rider confidence.
start mode – The RR-R SP is also equipped with a launch mode for race starts. He limits engine speed to target values of 6,000, 7,000, 8,000, and 9,000 rpm, allowing the driver to focus only on releasing (and lighting) the clutch even with full throttle. A quick shifter is also standard and performance optimized for race performance and reliability.
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