2016Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade

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The 2016 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade is a litre-class superbike known for its balance and usability. Its liquid-cooled 999cc in-line four drives a six-speed gearbox and chain. An 820 mm seat, 199.1 kg wet weight and a 17.8-litre tank make it fast yet approachable on the road.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 176.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 189.0 HP (139.0 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding30%

Daily riding35%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track97%

Best for: Built primarily for track-focused performance and high-speed cornering, this is a purebred sportbike rather than a practical all-rounder.
Built for: It's a razor-sharp, adrenaline-fueled machine that rewards precision and aggression with blistering acceleration and razor-edged cornering ability.
Not ideal for: This is not the right choice for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up journeys.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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: 999.0 ccm
Power: 189.0 HP (139.0 kW)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.0739 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.1 mm
Compression: 12.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate with diaphragm spring with assist slipper

Performance

0-60 mph: 2.60 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1407 mm
Overall length: 2071 mm
Overall width: 703 mm
Overall height: 1130 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 176.0 kg
Wet weight: 199.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.80 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond; aluminium composite twin spar
Front suspension: 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability
Rear suspension: Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Front wheel travel: 109 mm
Rear wheel travel: 137 mm
Rake (fork angle): 23.3°
Trail: 96 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Black, Pearl White/Light Silver Metallic, Repsol Edition: blue/White/Orange/Red

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	2006	2010	2013	2016	2019
Capacity	998 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc	999 cc
Dry weight	176 kg	176 kg	176 kg	176 kg	176 kg
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	832 mm
Fuel capacity	18.2 L	17.8 L	17.8 L	17.8 L	16 L