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1988Honda CBR 1000 F

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The 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F is a sport-touring middleweight powered by a liquid-cooled 998cc inline-four engine producing 100 horsepower. Best suited for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and practicality, it's renowned for its smooth power delivery, nimble handling, and reliable engineering that defined Honda's sport-touring segment in the late 1980s.

Capacity
998.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
235.0 kg
Seat height
775 mm
Power
100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Other years 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 66Agility 48Comfort 78Off-road 5Touring 82Road manners 80
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering65%
City riding55%
Daily riding75%
Touring85%
Two-up75%
Track55%
Best for
Built for covering long distances quickly in comfort, blending sporty performance with a more upright, touring-friendly riding position.
Built for
A muscular, fast sport-tourer with strong midrange torque and stable high-speed manners rather than a razor-sharp track weapon.
Not ideal for
Not ideal for new riders seeking a light, forgiving bike or for anyone wanting a dedicated off-road or ultra-nimble city commuter.

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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At 775mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
998.0 ccm
Power
100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.4255 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
77.0 x 53.6 mm
Compression
10.5:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
237.0 km/h (147.3 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1505 mm
Seat height
775 mm
Dry weight
235.0 kg
Wet weight
262.0 kg
Fuel capacity
21.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
110/80-17
Rear tyre
140/80-17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

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Specification 198719881990199419972000
Capacity 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc 998 cc
Dry weight 235 kg 235 kg 235 kg 235 kg 235 kg 235 kg
Seat height 775 mm 775 mm 775 mm 775 mm 780 mm 780 mm
Fuel capacity 21 L 21 L 21 L 21 L 21.5 L 22 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda CBR 1000 F?

The 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda CBR 1000 F have?

The 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F has a Power of 100.0 HP (73.5 kW) @ 9000 RPM.

How many gears does the Honda CBR 1000 F have?

The 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Honda CBR 1000 F weigh?

The 1988 Honda CBR 1000 F has a Dry weight of 235.0 kg (518.1 pounds).

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