Motorcycles 2021 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP
2020 Fox Raceway National Motocross 250 Class Race Report
Jett Lawrence wins first moto and overall; Ferrandis secures championship.“It was good to race in California close to home,” Ferrandis said. “Unfortunately, the track was really tough to ride. I felt strong in moto 1 and got [second place] to put myself in a safe position for the championship. In the second moto, I had a small tip-over and was ninth. I came back then rode easy at the end to enjoy those last laps in my 250 career. Winning this US motocross championship is another dream goal accomplished. I really put a lot of work to get it, and it was not easy at all.
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The CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP is equipped with a larger instrument screen and higher resolution than previous CBR models. You can choose from a menu of screen setting options that display the information you want in a format you prefer, with items like engine temperature, riding modes
What we have with the 2021 Honda CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP is the raciest CBR to date, with minimal considerations for the street and maximum attention to racetrack performance, thanks to its spiritual inspiration – the RC213V MotoGP bike. While the CBR hasn’t tasted much success lately, the
Ups

“Take-it-to-a-new-level” hardware
Trickle-down tech from MotoGP RCV
Impressive handling and feedback

Downs
Handlebar positioning causes wrist pressure
Limited-production-only model in US market

Verdict
The Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP challenges the likes of the Ducati V4 S with its engine development and race charisma in a street-legal package.

Overview
The Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is the embodiment of decades of racing history and development. Its wonderful balance of power, chassis, and tech make it a superb corner-carving superbike.
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The CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP ’s throttle-by-wire system smooths and improves throttle response, especially at the critical initial throttle opening. Plus, adopting TBW makes it possible to integrate the CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP ’s riding mode system. Honda SELECTABLE TORQUE CONTROL
Introducing the limited edition CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP . Street legal, but track ready. Available to only a handful of lucky riders. And it still offers Honda ’s famous CBR refinement, build quality, and rideability. Get ready to find out why world champions like Marc Márquez ride red.
Updates for 2021
The CBR1000RR-R is a new 2021 model for the US although it is pegged as a 2020 model in Europe.

Pricing and Variants
This limited-production CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP retails for $28,500.
Powertrain: Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The 999cc inline-four produces a claimed 214 hp (Euro model). It has been modified to be supremely compact and lightweight thanks to its engineers trickling down tech from Honda’s MotoGP efforts with the RCV. This engine is fully analyzed by Cycle World’s Kevin Cameron in “2021 CBR1000RR-R Is Honda’s Response To The Ducati V4 R.”
Tractable, yet impressive power delivery is a highlight of the RR-R SP, while a rush of top-end power will surge toward its 14,500 rpm redline. In fact, we noted that the rideability of the engine’s power delivery resulted in serious confidence. “As a testament to the 999cc liquid-cooled inline-four’s tractability and rider friendliness, I shut the HSTC and Wheelie Control settings off entirely for my final five laps of the day and found the same level of confidence under acceleration as I did with rider aids engaged,” noted Road Test Editor Michael Gilbert.
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Handling
When Road Test Editor Michael Gilbert took laps around Losail on the European model CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP, he wrote: “Honda struck a superb balance. With its brand-new twin-spar frame and swingarm with redone rigidity characteristics, the Fireblade is gloriously serious in corner-carving prowess. The bike exemplified its strength in Losail’s difficult side-to-side transitions, requiring little effort to change direction and easily executing midcorner corrections. Look where you want to go, and it goes, no drama—a true track weapon and racebike to the core.”

Superb feel and support are relayed from the top-shelf Öhlins NPX Smart EC 2.0 semi-active gas-charged fork and TTX 36 Smart EC shock. These suspension components are easily tunable via the Objective Based Tuning Interface (OBTi) accessed in the TFT display.
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The CBR 1000 RR - R SP is not built with a road-rider’s needs in mind; the race-track is where it belongs. And while it is fully road legal, with lights, indicators, full-colour TFT display and Honda Smart Key, the CBR 1000 RR - R Fireblade SP is our ultimate statement of pure super sports aggression.
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Brakes
The Brembo Stylema calipers bite down on two 330mm front discs and the rear caliper is straight from the RCV213V-S. Two ABS modes are Sport and Track, but offer no hint of excessive intervention found on the previous model.
Fuel Economy and Real-world MPG
Fuel economy and real-world mpg are not currently available.

Ergonomics: Comfort and Utility
Ergonomics for this superbike are as you would expect: aggressive. The pegs are up and back for an athletic lower body stance. Handlebar location, however, is lower and angled much farther forward, motocross style, which puts excessive pressure on the rider’s wrists.
Electronics

Racebikes offer cream-of-the-crop electronics in order to deliver the best, most efficient lap times, and as such the ‘Blade is equipped with throttle-by-wire, five power modes, nine levels of Honda’s Selectable Torque control, wheelie control, two ABS modes, and three Engine Brake levels. A Bosch six-axis IMU monitors lean and pitch angles.
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A new full-color TFT display can be customized to rider preferences.
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty. One year included but extended coverage is available with a HondaCare Protection Plan.
Quality
Honda’s history is deeply rooted in racing. The new Fireblade is the result of decades’ worth of experimenting and progressing through that history with a potent blend of MotoGP-derived tech, an impressive powerplant, and a strong chassis. A fine fit and finish is the cherry on top.

2021 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Claimed Specifications
MSRP: | $28,500 |
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Engine: | 999cc, DOHC, liquid-cooled inline-four; 4 valves/cyl. |
Bore x Stroke: | 81.0 x 48.5mm |
Horsepower: | 186.0 hp @ 12,000 rpm (US model)/214 hp @ 14,500 rpm (Euro model) |
Torque: | 83 lb.-ft. @ 11,000 rpm (US model)/83 lb.-ft. @12,500 (Euro model) |
Transmission/Final Drive: | 6-speed/chain |
Fuel Delivery: | Fuel injection w/ 52mm throttle bodies, 12-hole injectors |
Clutch: | Wet, multiplate |
Engine Management/Ignition: | Throttle-by-wire, digital transistorized w/ electronic advance |
Frame: | Twin-spar aluminum |
Front Suspension: | 43mm Öhlins NPX Smart EC fork w/ electronically controlled preload, compression, and rebound adjustments; 4.3 in. travel |
Rear Suspension: | Öhlins TTX 36 Smart EC shock w/ adjustable compression, rebound, and spring preload; 5.6 in. travel |
Front Brake: | Brembo Stylema radial-mount calipers, 330mm discs w/ ABS |
Rear Brake: | Brembo two-piston caliper, 220mm disc |
Wheels, Front/Rear: | 17 x 3.5 in. / 17 x 6.0 in. |
Tires, Front/Rear: | 120/70ZR-17 / 200/55ZR-17 |
Rake/Trail: | 24.0°/4.0 in. |
Wheelbase: | 57.3 in. |
Ground Clearance: | 4.5 in. |
Seat Height: | 32.6 in. |
Fuel Capacity: | 4.3 gal. |
Wet Weight: | 443 lb. |
Contact: | powersports.honda.com |

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