Sportbikes
1998Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade
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The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade is a lightweight supersport designed for experienced riders seeking track-focused performance. Its potent 918cc inline-four engine delivers 130 horsepower with razor-sharp handling, making it renowned for pioneering the modern middleweight sportbike category and dominating both road and circuit racing.
- Capacity
- 918.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 180.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW)
What’s new for the 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade
vs the 1997| Spec | 1997 | 1998 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 128.0 HP (94.1 kW) | 130.0 HP (95.6 kW) |
| Torque | 93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) | 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM |
| Top speed | 260.0 km/h (161.6 mph) | 275.0 km/h (170.9 mph) |
| Dry weight | 183.0 kg (403.4 pounds) | 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance rather than utilitarian transport.
- Built for
- A raw, high-strung superbike icon that rewards precise inputs with explosive acceleration and razor-sharp cornering agility.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right choice for beginners, tall touring riders, two-up journeys, or anyone seeking a relaxed, upright commuting experience.
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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- Capacity
- 918.0 ccm
- Power
- 130.0 HP (95.6 kW)
- Torque
- 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7222 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 74.0 x 54.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 275.0 km/h (170.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 180.0 kg
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
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 | 1993 | 1995 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 893 cc | 893 cc | 918 cc | 918 cc | 918 cc | 929 cc |
| Dry weight | 185 kg | 185 kg | 183 kg | 180 kg | 180 kg | 170 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 800 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 810 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18 L | — | — | — | 18 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 900 RR Fireblade?
The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade has a Capacity of 918.0 ccm (56.02 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade have?
The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade has a Power of 130.0 HP (95.6 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade have?
The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade?
The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade has a Torque of 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade weigh?
The 1998 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade has a Dry weight of 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds).
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