Naked Motorcycles
2021Honda CB1000R
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The 2021 Honda CB1000R is a middleweight naked bike powered by a 998cc inline-four engine producing 143.5 horsepower, making it ideal for experienced riders seeking a versatile, everyday sportbike. Known for its refined performance, sharp handling, and modern technology including fuel injection and liquid cooling, it excels as both a commuter and weekend canyon carver.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 211.0 kg
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Power
- 143.5 HP (104.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
What’s new for the 2021 Honda CB1000R
vs the 2020| Spec | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Showa SFF-BP USD fork | 43mm inverted telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step pre-load and stepless rebound damping adjustment. | Single shock |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for everyday road riding - commuting, errands and weekend rides - with an upright, unfaired riding position.
- Built for
- A naked bike from Honda with a 998cc engine; its character is strong and confident, with 144 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for long motorway journeys at speed or for off-road riding.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 143.5 HP (104.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 140 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m) @ 8250 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6801 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 56.5 mm
- Compression
- 11.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3-D mapping
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 3.20 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.40 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1455 mm
- Overall length
- 2121 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Overall height
- 1095 mm
- Seat height
- 830 mm
- Wet weight
- 211.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.30 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Oil capacity
- 3.30 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel mono backbone
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 131 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 100 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 256 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Matte Pearl Grey, Glare White
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Model ID: CB1000R. Nick named CB1000R Neo Sports Café.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | 213 kg | 220 kg | 219 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 825 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 830 mm | 830 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 16.3 L | 16.3 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB1000R?
The 2021 Honda CB1000R has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB1000R have?
The 2021 Honda CB1000R has a Power of 143.5 HP (104.7 kW) @ 10500 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CB1000R have?
The 2021 Honda CB1000R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CB1000R?
The 2021 Honda CB1000R has a Torque of 104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM.
How much does the Honda CB1000R weigh?
The 2021 Honda CB1000R has a Wet weight of 211.0 kg (465.2 pounds).
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