2008 Honda CB1000R

Stunning Performance Naked style, breathtaking acceleration, light, responsive handling and invigorating thrills at every twist of its throttle. The new CB1000R packs full-blooded litre-class Super Sports performance into a compact, spare and muscular-looking form that speaks of good times and fast friends, blasting down the avenue in search of excitement in the bright lights.

Introduction
Sales of large-displacement Naked models, and particularly big-bore Performance Naked machines have rapidly grown over the last several years, and now attract a wide cross-section of both new and experienced riders attracted to their uncomplicated style and sharp focus on the pure basics of motorcycle riding enjoyment. These riders are not only looking for exciting top performance, they also place high value on comfort, user-friendliness and distinctive styling that heightens their sense of pride in the bike they ride.

For years now, Honda’s popular lineup of Performance Naked motorcycles have consistently set the stage for exciting riding fun coupled with slim, lightweight proportions and cool, attractive looks that set hearts on fire. Introduced in 2002, Honda’s Hornet 900 commanded a leading role in the litre class of the Performance Naked segment, featuring distinctive Hornet styling, lithe, responsive handling and the powerful midrange acceleration of its retuned CBR900RR Fireblade engine. The times, however, have caught up with the Hornet 900, as have tightening exhaust emissions regulations, and the time was right to start with a clean slate and chart a new future for Honda’s Performance Naked flagship.

Gauging recent trends in the litre-class European street bike scene, Honda’s development team set out to create a bold new statement in Performance Naked design, incorporating many of the latest innovations developed for its cutting edge line-up of high-performance Supers Sports corner-carvers. Setting their sights on crafting a startling new look of Naked aggression that delivers up hard-charging performance and swift handling highlighted by compact proportions and light weight, the team put together a whole new concept in cool streetbike style that sets pulses racing. Prowling the avenues or even standing still, the exciting new CB1000R will surely write a whole new chapter in Performance Naked motorcycle design for years to come.


The CB1000R’s list of exciting features include:

Styling Features
Coolly sophisticated ‘Bar Star’ image with exciting Performance Naked style.
‘ Mass forward’ design concept positions rider forward, as emphasised by short, compact tail cowl.
Eye-catching high-tech–look parts integrated with sophisticated overall design that grabs attention.
Angular-looking, semi-underslung stainless steel exhaust system lowers centre of gravity for lighter, more responsive handling and an exhilarating sound.
New-design triangular multi-reflector headlight integrated into compact bikini cowl with unique LED position light.
Attractive 17" wheels featuring impressive swept 4- spoke designs.
Magnesium cylinder head and ACG covers for reduced engine weight.








Equipment
2008 Honda CB1000R

Honda Ignition Security System (HISS)
Like most of Honda’s larger displacement motorcycles, the new CB1000R is also fully equipped with the highly capable Honda Ignition Security System (HISS), which features a fail-safe electronic interlock to prevent the engine from being started by anything other than the machine’s two original keys, thus providing effective protection against ride-away theft. Designed to totally disable the engine at the very heart of its ignition system, the HISS system cannot be bypassed by hot-wiring the ignition or exchanging the ignition switch module.



Optional Equipment
Honda Access will be supplying the new CB1000R with an assortment of optional parts and accessories to accentuate is bold, attractive style and extend its range of operating versatility. These accessories include:

A colour-matched rear seat cowl that snaps into place to accentuate the CB1000R’s purposeful street-brawling look.
A luxuriously finished Alcantara seat.
A decorative crankcase cover set.
A decorative fuel tank cap cover.
A selection of lightweight and stylish carbon fibre parts specially developed for the new CB1000R.
A selection of decorative panels.
A compact alarm unit with motion detector, siren and back-up battery to provide extra protection against vandalism and theft. A low-consumption sleep mode protects battery from drainage.



General
Model: CB1000R
Mold Type: ED-type

Engine
Type: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Displacement: 998cm³
Bore x Stroke: 75 x 56.5mm
Compression Ratio: 11.2 : 1
Idling Speed: 1,200min-1
Oil Capacity: 3.6 litres



Fuel System
Carburation: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore: 36mm
Aircleaner: Dry, cartridge-type paper filter
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 litres (including 4-litre LCD-indicated reserve)


Electrical System
2008 Honda CB1000R

Ignition System: Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Ignition Timing: 5° BTDC (idle) 50° BTDC (10,000min-1)
Sparkplug Type: NGK: IMR9E-9HES (NGK); VUH27ES (DENSO)
Starter: Electric
Battery Capacity: 12V / 8.6AH
ACG Output: 350W
Headlights: 12V, 55W x 1 (low) / 60W x 1 (high)


Drivetrain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Clutch Operation: Hydraulic
Transmission: 6-speed
Primary Reduction: 1.604 (77/48)
Gear Ratios:

1 2.538 (33/13)
2 1.941 (33/17)
3 1.579 (30/19)
4 1.363 (30/22)
5 1.217 (28/23)
6 1.115 (29/26)
Final Reduction: 2.750 (44/16)
Final Drive: #530 O-ring sealed chain


Frame
Type: Mono-backbone; cast aluminium


Chassis
Dimensions (LxWxH): 2,090 x 775 x 1,090mm
Wheelbase: 1,445mm
Caster Angle: 25°
Trail: 99mm
Turning Radius: 2.8m
Seat Height: 828mm
Ground Clearance: 130mm



Suspension Type:

Front: 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 120mm cushion stroke
Rear: Monoshock with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 128mm axle travel



Wheels
2008 Honda CB1000R
Type:

Front: Closed-section 4-spoke cast aluminium
Rear: Closed-section 4-spoke cast aluminium
Rim Size:

Front: 17M/C x MT3.50
Rear: 17M/C x MT5.50
Tyre Size:

Front: 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear: 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Tyre Pressure:

Front: 250kPa
Rear: 290kPa



Brakes Type:

Front: 310 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with 4-piston (*Combined 3-piston) callipers, floating rotors (ABS) and sintered metal pads
Rear: 256 x 5mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper (ABS) and sintered metal pads