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Honda Unveils Limited Edition CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition, Inspired by MotoGP Racing
Honda has introduced the limited edition CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition, incorporating MotoGP-derived technology from the RC213V. The model is limited to 300 units globally, with notable use of carbon fiber to enhance performance and reduce weight.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Oct 7, 2024, 03:28 PM IST
Honda Unveils Limited Edition CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition, Inspired by MotoGP Racing
Honda has officially launched the limited edition CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition . Inspired from Honda Racing Corporation’s (HRC) MotoGP racing, this model showcases features from the RC213V race bike. CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition is a very limited edition motorcycle with only 300 units to be produced, in which 70 unit are allocated to France and 45 for UK.
Engine and Performance
The CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition is powered by a 1000cc, water-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine, that puts out 215 bhp at 14,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 113 Nm at 12,000 rpm mated with a 6-speed manual transmission that comes with a quickshifter. The motorcycle weighs 200 kg and offers a fuel economy of 14.9 kmpl.
Carbon Fiber Components for Weight Reduction
The Fireblade SP Carbon Edition features several carbon fiber bodywork that includes front and rear fenders, the under-cowl, winglets and the airbox cover. The lightweight carbon parts result in a total weight reduction of approximately 1 kg which directly contributes to enhanced performance. Some of the other components provide a weight saving of 10-40% over standard materials.
Chassis and Braking System
In terms of suspension the bike features suspension with Öhlins Smart EC and is fitted with Brembo Stylema monobloc four-piston calipers for enhanced braking performance. The frame is an aluminum twin-tube design, with a wheelbase of 1,455 mm and a ground clearance of 115 mm. It has a 16.1-liter fuel tank and a seat height of 830 mm.
Pricing and Availability
In the UK, the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition is priced at GBP 26,749 (approx. Rs 29.49 lakh), while the standard SP model costs GBP 23,499 (approx. Rs 25.91 lakh).
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