HONDA CBR1000RR (2008-2009) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer announced the Honda CBR1000RR as a 2009 model that remained unchanged in terms of engine, styling, and performance but with the addition of the factory fitted Combined ABS (C-ABS) system that was also found on the CBR600RR ABS model and lightweight turn signals.

The bike delivered massive power and was loaded with MotoGP-derived technologies, such as the Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, top-drawer racing-class front fork, and an electronic steering damper that increased tracking precision.

Some of the unique features installed on the bike were the Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) system that used two injectors per cylinder, a low-mounted exhaust system, and a slipper clutch system that featured a cam mechanism for reduced lever pull.

The bike featured a lightweight four-piece twin-spar aluminum frame developed with the latest MotoGP technologies at the time and a lightweight aluminum rear subframe that was easily removable for easier maintenance.

For suspension, the model packed a 43 mm Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) inverted fork with spring preload, rebound, and compression adjustability, and a MotoGP-derived adjustable Unit Pro-Link rear shock absorber.

In the performance department, the 2009 Honda CBR1000RR was powered by a 998cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 176 hp with a peak at 12,000 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) of torque available at 8,500 rpm.