posted February 21, 2006 08:20 PM
Honda Announces a Model Change for the CBR1000RR Super Sports Model TOKYO, Japan, February 22, 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced a model change for its CBR1000RR large-displacement super sports model. The new CBR1000RR, which comes equipped with a water-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder, 1000cc engine featuring advanced technologies developed on the MotoGP circuitthe world pinnacle of motorcycle road racinggoes on sale in Japan on Saturday, February 25, 2006.
CBR1000RR
The new model inherits the same basic styling and specifications as its predecessor, carefully refined down to the smallest detail to ensure nimbler handling and greater concentration of mass. Overall weight has been reduced, shaving 4.0kg off the previous model to achieve quicker acceleration and nimbler handling.
The styling employs a smooth, curvaceous design with the surface area of the cowl reduced by 13% compared to the previous model. The lower cowls have been fitted with larger air outlets for improved engine cooling and enhanced riding comfort.
Engine enhancements include a reworking of the cylinder head shape and size, valve shape, and combustion chamber shape, resulting in better combustion and more efficient engine aspiration for improved low-to-midrange torque.
For the chassis, caster angle and the amount of trail have been adjusted to obtain more nimble handling, while the engine mount bolts were also reworked to achieve exquisitely sensitive, responsive handling characteristics.
Improvements to the brakes include thinner, larger diameter front brake discs and lighter, more compact rear brake calipers, to deliver both weight savings and improved braking performance.
The new model offers a selection of four color schemes. Graphite Black and Winning Red impart an intrepid feel that breathes quality. Two more color schemes feature stripe patterns using the Honda wing mark as a motif on a background of either Candy Phoenix Blue or Winning Red.
The CBR1000RR, successor to CBRR900RR series released in North America and Europe in 1992, first made its debut in April 2004. Employing HESD (Honda Electronic Steering Damping), Unit Pro-Link suspension, and other advanced technologies inherited from Honda's RC211V MotoGP machine, it has earned a reputation as a versatile bike suitable for a wide range of uses from touring to racing.
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posted February 21, 2006 08:20 PM
TOKYO, Japan, February 22, 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced a model change for its CBR1000RR large-displacement super sports model. The new CBR1000RR, which comes equipped with a water-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder, 1000cc engine featuring advanced technologies developed on the MotoGP circuitthe world pinnacle of motorcycle road racinggoes on sale in Japan on Saturday, February 25, 2006.
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