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2017Honda CB1100 RS

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The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser that appeals to riders seeking classic aesthetics with modern reliability. Known for its smooth, torquey air-cooled engine and comfortable ergonomics, it excels as an accessible daily rider and weekend cruiser. The bike combines timeless design with Honda's dependable engineering, making it ideal for experienced riders who value character over raw performance.

Capacity
1140.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
252.0 kg
Seat height
792 mm
Power
88.5 HP (64.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 55Agility 52Comfort 78Off-road 10Touring 68Road manners 80
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering65%
City riding60%
Daily riding75%
Touring68%
Two-up65%
Track30%
Best for
Built as a retro-styled all-rounder for relaxed sport-touring, weekend rides, and everyday street use rather than track work.
Built for
A smooth, air-cooled inline-four with classic UJM styling that rewards relaxed, torque-driven riding over aggressive throttle use.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp modern sportbike agility, off-road capability, or class-leading acceleration.

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 792mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Honda CB1100 RS, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 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
1140.0 ccm
Power
88.5 HP (64.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM
Torque
91.0 Nm (9.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.3512 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
73.5 x 67.2 mm
Compression
9.5:1
Cooling system
Oil & air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1491 mm
Overall length
2100 mm
Overall width
800 mm
Overall height
1100 mm
Seat height
792 mm
Wet weight
252.0 kg
Fuel capacity
14.80 litres
Ground clearance
130 mm
Oil capacity
4.90 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double steel cradle
Front suspension
41mm fork with spring preload adjustability
Rear suspension
Twin shocks with spring preload adjustability
Front wheel travel
107 mm
Rear wheel travel
114 mm
Rake (fork angle)
27.0°
Trail
114 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
Front brakes diameter
296 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter
256 mm
Front tyre
120/70-R17
Rear tyre
180/55-R17
Other
Color options
Black, 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 2017201820192020
Capacity 1140 cc 1140 cc 1140 cc 1140 cc
Seat height 792 mm 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm
Fuel capacity 14.8 L 16.8 L 16.8 L 16.8 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 CB1100 RS?

The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS has a Capacity of 1140.0 ccm (69.57 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda CB1100 RS have?

The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS has a Power of 88.5 HP (64.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM.

How many gears does the Honda CB1100 RS have?

The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda CB1100 RS?

The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS has a Torque of 91.0 Nm (9.3 kgf-m or 67.1 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.

How much does the Honda CB1100 RS weigh?

The 2017 Honda CB1100 RS has a Wet weight of 252.0 kg (555.6 pounds).

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