2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP First Look [7 Fast Facts]

Honda is putting again within the superbike class with the brand new 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP. Whereas not an all-new mannequin, there are important adjustments to the facility output and suspension. Whereas it is a Euro-only mannequin, Honda has not introduced its 2024 CBR1000RR-R lineup, so sit tight. Within the meantime, now we have a rundown of what’s new.

1. Energy is boosted. Japanese producers don’t like to speak about engine output in the USA. Nonetheless, they’re more than pleased to share numbers in Europe. The most recent SP places out 215 horsepower with the motor spun as much as 14,000 rpm, with torque peaking at 83 ft-lbs at a lofty 12,000 rpm. This closely oversquare inline-4 likes to rev, and it will get a lighter crankshaft and connecting rod this yr to assist make that occur. There’s additionally new valve timing, and the compression ratio is bumped as much as 13:6.1. Amazingly, the brand new Akrapovič muffler is 5 dB quieter than final yr.

2. Gearing is decrease. Honda’s purpose is to “generate much more nook exit acceleration,” in line with insiders.

3. The ride-by-wire system will get updates. It’s a two-motor design to extend part-throttle sensitivity and response. Additionally, it offers for added engine braking.

4. The body and fairing have been revised. The center fairing is new, as are the winglets. The body is lighter, and stiffness has been diminished.

5. The 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP debuts a brand new Öhlins fork—the third technology Öhlins Sensible Digital 43mm S-EC3.0 NPX inverted unit. The Öhlins TTX36 shock makes use of the identical superior Öhlins semi-active suspension {hardware} and software program. The whole lot is adjustable by way of switchgear and the TFT show.

   6. New Brembo Stylema R calipers grasp 330mm discs within the entrance.

7. We’ve got neither a 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP worth nor an arrival date in the USA. Nonetheless, we are able to let you know it’s out there in a single colour—Grand Prix Purple.

2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Specs

ENGINE 

Engine: Inline-4

Displacement: 1000cc

Bore x stroke: 81 x 44.5mm

Most horsepower: 215 horsepower @ 14,000 rpm

Most torque: 83 ft-lbs @ 12,000 rpm

Compression ratio: 13.6:1

Valvetrain: DOHC; 4 vpc

Fueling: EFI w/ 52mm throttle our bodies

Transmission: 6-speed w/ quickshifter

Last drive: Chain

CHASSIS 

Body: Twin-spar aluminum

Entrance suspension; journey: Absolutely adjustable, semi-active Öhlins NPX S-EC3.0 inverted 43mm fork; 4.9 inches

Rear suspension; journey: Linkage-assisted totally adjustable Öhlins TTX36 S-EC3.0 piggyback-reservoir shock; 5.6 inches

Entrance wheel: 17 x 3.5

Rear wheel: 17 x 6.0

Tires: Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V3 SP or Bridgestone Battlax Racing Road RS11

Entrance: 120/70 x 17

Rear: 200/55 x 17

Entrance brakes: 330mm discs w/ Brembo Stylema R 4-piston caliper

Rear brake: 220mm disc w/ Brembo 2-piston caliper

ABS: Commonplace

CHASSIS 

Wheelbase: 57.3 inches

Rake: 24 levels

Path: 4.0 inches

Seat Peak: 32.7 inches

Gasoline Capability: 4.4 gallons

Estimated gas consumption: 35 mpg

Curb weight: 443 kilos

Coloration: Grand Prix Purple

2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Value: £TBA MSRP

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