MAX BIKES: July 2010

Friday, July 30, 2010

2010 Honda CBR1000RR C-ABS Review And Photos

2010 Honda CBR1000RR

How do you improve upon the machine rated best by one magazine after the other, a revolutionary literbike that's the lightest, best handling, most compact and highest performing sportbike to be found?

Last year we made the CBR1000RR available with our high-tech electronically controlled Combined ABS for the ultimate in sophisticated sportbike braking performance, and the new 2010 model adds engine changes that provide an even smoother power delivery.

New for 2010
o Increased-diameter flywheel for more inertia and improved performance.

o Redesigned license plate stay for easier removal on track days.

o New muffler cover for enhanced appearance.

o Exciting new colors: Pearl Orange/Light Metallic Silver and Red/Black. C-ABS model available in Black only.

2010 Honda CBR1000RR - Specifications
MSRP: $TBA USD

Model: CBR1000RR / CBR1000RR C-ABS

Engine Type: 999cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
Bore and Stroke: 76mm x 55.1mm
Compression Ratio: 12.3:1
Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
Induction: Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI)
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3-D mapping
Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
Final Drive: #530 O-ring - sealed chain

Suspension Front: 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.3 inches travel
Rear: Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.4 inches travel
Brakes Front: Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with full-floating 320mm discs
Rear: Single 220mm disc; Honda Electronic Combined ABS
Tires Front: 120/70ZR-17 radial
Rear: 190/50ZR-17 radial
Wheelbase: 55.4 inches
Rake: 23.3o
Trail: 96.2mm (3.8 inches)

Seat Height: 32.3 inches

Fuel Capacity: 4.7 gallons, including 1.06-gallon reserve

Colors: CBR1000RR: Pearl Orange/Light Metallic Silver, Red/Black
CBR1000RR C-ABS: Black

Curb Weight*: 439 pounds (CBR1000RR) / 461.7 pounds (CBR1000RR C-ABS)
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel--ready to ride.