Sportbikes

2021Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade

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The 2021 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade is a track-focused superbike developed from Honda's MotoGP know-how. Its liquid-cooled 999cc in-line four makes 214.6 hp at 14,500 rpm and 113 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. ABS, an 831 mm seat and a 16.1-litre tank complete it.

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 202.0 kg
Seat height: 831 mm
Power: 214.6 HP (156.6 kW) @ 14500 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering97%

City riding25%

Daily riding30%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track98%

Best for: Built as a homologation-spec superbike, it exists to dominate racetracks and deliver MotoGP-derived performance to the road.
Built for: It's a razor-sharp, race-bred weapon that rewards precision and aggression with blistering acceleration and world-class cornering ability.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone wanting a relaxed two-up touring experience.

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

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At 831mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2021 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 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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Riding a year

Based 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 999.0 ccm
Power: 214.6 HP (156.6 kW) @ 14500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 139 CO2 g/km
Torque: 113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m) @ 12500 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 1.0624 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 81.0 x 48.5 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Electronic, digital transistor
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate hydraulic clutch

Performance

0-60 mph: 3.30 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.40 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1455 mm
Overall length: 2099 mm
Overall width: 762 mm
Overall height: 1136 mm
Seat height: 831 mm
Wet weight: 202.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.10 litres
Ground clearance: 119 mm
Oil capacity: 4.00 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium twin tube
Front suspension: SHOWA BPF 43mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: SHOWA BFR-C Pro-Link swingarm
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 62 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.1°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Dual-piston caliper. ABS.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 200/55-ZR17