2006Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird

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The 2006 Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird is a sport-touring powerhouse renowned for its exceptional top speed and aerodynamic design. Its potent 1137cc inline-four engine delivers 150 horsepower, making it ideal for riders seeking aggressive performance combined with practical touring capability. Built for long-distance highway dominance, the Blackbird remains legendary among speed-focused enthusiasts.

Capacity: 1137.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 227.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 150.2 HP (110.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2006 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird

vs the 2005

Spec	2005	2006
Power	164.0 HP (120.6 kW)	150.2 HP (110.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque	119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs)	119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m or 87.8 ft.lbs) @ 7250 RPM
Dry weight	224.0 kg (493.8 pounds)	227.0 kg (500.4 pounds)
Front suspension	43mm HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork, 109mm axle travel	43mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Pro-link with gas-charged HMAS damper, stepless adjustable rebound damping, 109mm axle travel	Pro-Link with gas-charged H.M.A.S. damper, stepless adjustable rebound damping

Other years 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering70%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring75%

Two-up75%

Track60%

Best for: It's built primarily for high-speed sport touring, blending a powerful engine with long-distance comfort.
Built for: The Blackbird is a legendary hyper-sport tourer, prized for its effortless top-end speed and stable, high-speed cruising manners.
Not ideal for: This is not the right choice for beginners, off-road enthusiasts, or riders wanting a light, nimble city commuter.

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 810mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 1137.0 ccm
Power: 150.2 HP (110.5 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque: 119.0 Nm (12.1 kgf-m) @ 7250 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6617 HP/kg (dry)
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate with coil springs

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1490 mm
Overall length: 2160 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Dry weight: 227.0 kg
Wet weight: 253.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Ground clearance: 130 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 43mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Pro-Link with gas-charged H.M.A.S. damper, stepless adjustable rebound damping
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm
Trail: 99 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 256 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Specs last verified against published sources: September 2026.

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	1997	2000	2002	2005	2006	2007
Capacity	1137 cc	1137 cc	1137 cc	1137 cc	1137 cc	1137 cc
Dry weight	223 kg	223 kg	224 kg	224 kg	227 kg	224 kg
Seat height	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	24 L	23 L	23 L	23 L	23 L