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.

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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