2001Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade

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The 2001 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade is a premium sport bike engineered for experienced riders seeking cutting-edge performance and precision handling. Powered by a 929cc inline-four producing 147 horsepower, it delivers explosive acceleration and a 273 km/h top speed while maintaining Honda's legendary reliability. Known for its agile chassis, advanced fuel injection, and track-focused capabilities, the Fireblade defined the superbike category for a generation.

Capacity: 929.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 170.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 147.0 HP (108.1 kW)

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What’s new for the 2001 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade

vs the 2000

Spec	2000	2001
Power	152.0 HP (111.8 kW)	147.0 HP (108.1 kW)
Torque	103.0 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM	101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Top speed	280.0 km/h (174.0 mph)	273.0 km/h (169.6 mph)

Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering93%

City riding35%

Daily riding40%

Touring30%

Two-up25%

Track92%

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.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2001 Honda CBR 900 RR 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: 929.0 ccm
Power: 147.0 HP (108.1 kW)
Torque: 101.0 Nm (10.3 kgf-m) @ 9000 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.8647 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: 273.0 km/h (169.6 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1400 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Dry weight: 170.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 135 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

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	1999	2001
Capacity	893 cc	893 cc	918 cc	918 cc	929 cc
Dry weight	185 kg	185 kg	183 kg	180 kg	170 kg
Seat height	770 mm	800 mm	810 mm	810 mm	815 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18 L	—	—	18 L