Woopa!! Cbr1000rr Riders

[Tashi]

It looks light.

 

Earliest will be in SG by Feb, if not Mar or Apr.

 

This is the nicest FireBlade video ever. What a teaser, there's a very long pause after they cycle through all the past Blades to the present. The cinematography looks like something from Top Gear, I like it, slow mo at some parts.

 

Now, check out the video. Thanks Malcolm for a good find.

 

http://jp.youtube.com/watch?v=2Ivq10atGR8

 

This video summarizes the features of the 08 Blade.

 

http://jp.youtube.com/watch?v=fMEzdsrhC3w

[Tashi]

US 2008 FireBlade Specs

 

* All-new 999cc inline four-cylinder engine.

* Lightweight titanium intake valves.

* New thinner high-strength pistons featuring molybdenum coating.

* New removable cylinder block with Nikasil-coated cylinders.

* Idle-air control valve (IACV) and Ignition Interrupt Control for idle stability and smoother on/off throttle response.

* Unique slipper clutch features cam mechanism to reduce clutch lever pull.

* New mid-muffler exhaust system design incorporates exhaust valve and catalyst.

* New-generation Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) (see Technology Section).

* New lighter-weight front brake hoses with lighter front brake rotors.

* New monoblock front brake calipers with chromium-plated aluminum pistons.

* Lightweight aluminum sidestand.

* New four-piece Hollow Fine Die-Cast Frame (see Technology Section).

* New aluminum swingarm design.

* New twin-tunnel ram-air induction.

* New line-beam headlights.

* Front turn signals integrated into mirrors.

* New compact instrumentation.

* New lighter-weight wheels.

* New lightweight compact battery.

* New improved ergonomics.

* Iconic new Honda Wing tank badge.

* Exciting new colors include Red/Black, Black/Metallic Silver, Pearl Yellow/Black, Candy Dark Red/Metallic Silver.

* Black/Metallic Grey (2008 special color�*).

 

Unique Features

 

* Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link® Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

* Mid-muffler exhaust system design.

* Specially designed slipper clutch.

* Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) system features two injectors per cylinder (see Technology Section).

* Centrally located fuel tank increases mass centralization and allows more compact frame design.

* Line-beam headlights feature two-piece reflector design.

 

Engine/Drivetrain

 

* Liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 999cc four-stroke inline four-cylinder engine features bore and stroke dimensions of 76mm x 55.1mm.

* Sixteen-valve cylinder head features 30.5mm intake and 24mm exhaust valves with a 12.3:1 compression ratio for efficient combustion and high horsepower.

* Larger titanium intake valves create a lighter valve train for higher rpm.

* Intake valves feature double-spring design for optimum performance at high rpm.

* Intake ports use new shot-peening technology that improves power and torque characteristics.

* Cam-pulser location between the middle cylinders allows a narrower cylinder head and frame.

* Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation system ensures high-rpm durability and allows 16,000-mile valve maintenance intervals.

* Forged-aluminum pistons with molybdenum coating for reduced friction.

* Lightweight nutless connecting rods.

* Iridium-tip spark plugs improve fuel combustion and performance.

* Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) (see Technology Section).

* 46mm throttle bodies feature Denso injectors with lightweight valving for faster reaction time and 12 holes per injector to optimize mixture atomization, combustion efficiency and power.

* Auto-enriching system is integrated into programmed fuel injection (PGM-FI) module, eliminating the need for a manual choke.

* New idle-air control valve (IACV) minimizes torque reaction and smoothes response to small throttle changes through gradual reductions of air and fuel intake when the throttle is opened and closed.

* New Ignition Interrupt Control system works with IACV and FI mapping to enhance driveability.

* Smaller and lighter ECU provides two 3-D fuel-injection maps for each cylinder and two 3-D ignition maps for cylinder pairs, creating ideal fuel-mixture and spark-advance settings for superb rideability.

* MotoGP-derived twin ram-air system allows high volume of cooler air to the 9.7-liter airbox for linear power delivery and incredible engine performance.

* Butterfly valves inside the ram-air ducts open and close depending on throttle opening and engine rpm for optimum performance.

* High-capacity radiator incorporates twin cooling fans and allows a more compact cowl for reduced drag coefficient.

* Maintenance-free automatic cam-chain tensioner.

* Starter gears located on the right side to produce narrow engine and increased lean angle.

* Unique slipper-clutch design uses a center-cam-assist mechanism for easier actuation. Unlike an ordinary slipper clutch where the pressure plate moves side to side, the Honda clutch moves both the center cam assist and the pressure plate to provide additional slipper effect.

* Nine-plate clutch is compact and tough, featuring durable friction- plate material.

* New extremely compact exhaust system incorporates a catalyzer and control valve in mid-muffler design that reduces rear bodywork size and significantly improves mass centralization, reducing roll and yaw inertia.

* Durable #530 O-ring - sealed drive chain.

 

Chassis/Suspension

 

* Lightweight Hollow Fine Die-Cast twin-spar aluminum frame utilizes MotoGP technology (see Technology Section).

* New aluminum subframe is lightweight and easily removed for ease of maintenance.

* MotoGP-derived Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) (see Technology Section).

* 43mm inverted aluminum-slider Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) cartridge front fork features spring preload and rebound and compression damping adjustability, and offers precise action and unparalleled rigidity (see Technology Section).

* Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

* Front brake system features radial-mounted four-piston calipers and 320mm floating discs, and rear brake system uses a 220mm disc with a single-piston caliper for exceptional stopping power.

* Front discs with 72 holes of four different diameters for lighter weight and improved feel.

* Super-light aluminum-alloy hollow-spoke wheels feature race-spec 3.5 x 17-inch front and 6.0 x 17-inch rear dimensions.

* Centrally mounted 4.7-gallon fuel tank is positioned low in the frame, increasing mass centralization and allowing a more compact design. This design positions the rider farther forward for optimum handling.

 

Additional Features

 

* New ergonomic triangle lets rider sit 10mm farther forward and 10mm lower than previous-generation CBR1000RR. Handlebars are 6.5mm higher and 2mm forward.

* High-capacity 400-watt AC generator.

* High-tech instrument display features tachometer, plus LCD readouts for speedometer, coolant temperature, odometer, two tripmeters and a clock, mpg and average fuel consumption. A low-fuel LED light and shift-indicator light are located above the LCD.

* Line-beam headlight features two-piece reflector design utilizing two H7 bulbs for optimum light distribution and unique compact design.

* LED taillights for lighter weight and improved appearance.

* Plastic tank shell cover protects tank and airbox.

* Convenient ignition switch/fork lock for added security.

* Folding aerodynamic mirrors.

* Convenient push-to-cancel turn-signal switch.

* New maintenance-free battery is 2.2 pounds lighter.

* Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

* Purchase of a new, previously unregistered Honda USA-certified unit by an individual retail user in the United States qualifies the owner for a one-year complimentary membership in the Honda Rider's Club of America® (HRCA®). Visit http://www.hrca.honda.com for details.

 

Available Accessories

 

* Color-Matched Passenger Seat Cowl, U-Lock, CBR® Racing Cycle Cover, Carbon-Fiber Accents.

 

�* Limited color run, less than 500

[Tashi]

Paris launch video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gH0x9KFeZE

[ronald814]

After glancing it continuously for the last hr, IMO, it does not look really ugly except the exhaust. Hopefully, the compact rear can let people put in a raincoat.

 

http://powersports.honda.com/motorcycles/sport/photos_enlarge.asp?sCategory=Motorcycles&sSubCategory=Sport&ModelName=CBR1000RR&ModelYear=2008&ModelId=CBR10RRL8&ModelStyle=CBR10RRL8&iPageNum=3&w=751&h=569

[Tashi]

After glancing it continuously for the last hr, IMO, it does not look really ugly except the exhaust. Hopefully, the compact rear can let people put in a raincoat.

 

http://powersports.honda.com/motorcycles/sport/photos_enlarge.asp?sCategory=Motorcycles&sSubCategory=Sport&ModelName=CBR1000RR&ModelYear=2008&ModelId=CBR10RRL8&ModelStyle=CBR10RRL8&iPageNum=3&w=751&h=569

 

 

 

If you look closely, the front actually resembles the 2003 600RR, which is pretty nice, only the 08 Blade has large gaping ram air ducts underneath.

http://fullgaz.co.il/galleries/2008-cbr1000-rr/cbr1000rr-pa.jpg

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http://fullgaz.co.il/galleries/2008-cbr1000-rr/cbr1000rr-pa%20(28).jpg

[DM]

the ram air scoops looks like copy yamaha r1

i like the mass centralization idea but it still looks hideous to me

 

and ABS on a sportsbike?! imho, abs screws up the braking and adds additional weight to a bike

[DeusExMachina]

Ugly head fairing. Looks like a CBR 150.... Just can't get used to that "double-decker bus rammed me head-on" facade.... Like a throwback to the 90's.

 

The exhaust looks like a bad afterthought too. But that can be fixed by an aftermarket system.

 

The main side-fairing panel is just... weird too... with that huge vertical slit.

 

 

Other than that, the bike is fine... specs wise. Will probably have killer performance. But it's a real shame that it fell out of the ugly tree....

[Tashi]

Cut-out of the exhaust. It seems the whole black thing from lower mid section is the exhaust, while the silver bit is just a heat shield.

[Lass]

so this is for real eh?

[Saufi]

Frm my view,...

It lookz UGLY,....

Really dissapointed,...

Can't Honda do better or iz thiz the dream Honda has for the fireblade,...

More of a nightmare for me,...

Comparing,...

The 04 - 07 lookz much more better,...

[hockie69]

Cut-out of the exhaust. It seems the whole black thing from lower mid section is the exhaust, while the silver bit is just a heat shield.

 

 

i believe a aftermarket slip-on from arrow will solve the "look" issue.

[hockie69]

The front lamp unit actualy looks like a scale down lamp unit from the Goldwing GL1800.

 

which will work great....as for look....that can be ignore.....buy bike for looks or for GO? or...just rossi got...so consumer also follow?.

 

peace out.

[DM]

buy any vehicle must look nice and perform well too. who will buy a vehicle that looks like a garbage truck even if it gives 100km/ L and has perfect handling and power?

 

 

 

answer: the waste disposal company.

[hockie69]

buy any vehicle must look nice and perform well too. who will buy a vehicle that looks like a garbage truck even if it gives 100km/ L and has perfect handling and power?

 

 

 

answer: the waste disposal company.

 

 

wahahaha...if u want to put it in such context...then only those product from yamaha & suzuki will meet ur needs/wants/demand liao.

[fubby]

im wondering if any of u guys have any contacts in boon siew...

just got in an accident.. my front end really wrecked up ...

front fairing gone.. front mudguard gone... headlamp gone... upper fairing stay bracket gonecase...

 

best part my bike shop cant get hold of the headlamp and the fairing bracket....

anyone here could offer me adivce where to get these items?? haiz... really need to get my bike running again...

stay in pasir ris.. work in amk... study in clementi.. take bus .... zzzzz

[BlackHonda]

im wondering if any of u guys have any contacts in boon siew...

just got in an accident.. my front end really wrecked up ...

front fairing gone.. front mudguard gone... headlamp gone... upper fairing stay bracket gonecase...

 

best part my bike shop cant get hold of the headlamp and the fairing bracket....

anyone here could offer me adivce where to get these items?? haiz... really need to get my bike running again...

stay in pasir ris.. work in amk... study in clementi.. take bus .... zzzzz

 

here's a few site at ebay where they are selling

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/HONDA-CBR-1000RR-CBR1000RR-CBR-1000-RR-06-07-FAIRINGS-9_W0QQitemZ150164940366QQihZ005QQcategoryZ35583QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItemhttp://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/HONDA-CBR-1000RR-CBR1000RR-CBR-1000-RR-04-05-FAIRINGS-2_W0QQitemZ150164940353QQihZ005QQcategoryZ35583QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[DeusExMachina]

i believe a aftermarket slip-on from arrow will solve the "look" issue.

 

But we can't fix that ugly face!

 

If fix on the 06 head fairing, plus put on aftermarket.... then the bike is saved....

[torque]

im wondering if any of u guys have any contacts in boon siew...

just got in an accident.. my front end really wrecked up ...

front fairing gone.. front mudguard gone... headlamp gone... upper fairing stay bracket gonecase...

 

best part my bike shop cant get hold of the headlamp and the fairing bracket....

anyone here could offer me adivce where to get these items?? haiz... really need to get my bike running again...

stay in pasir ris.. work in amk... study in clementi.. take bus .... zzzzz

 

Hey I got front fender and tail for sale...

 

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9702/spa0244ek5.jpg

 

http://img409.imageshack.us/img409/8498/spa0247an6.jpg

 

tashi, after all those comments, u confirmed looking for a change?

[Tashi]

im wondering if any of u guys have any contacts in boon siew...

just got in an accident.. my front end really wrecked up ...

front fairing gone.. front mudguard gone... headlamp gone... upper fairing stay bracket gonecase...

 

best part my bike shop cant get hold of the headlamp and the fairing bracket....

anyone here could offer me adivce where to get these items?? haiz... really need to get my bike running again...

stay in pasir ris.. work in amk... study in clementi.. take bus .... zzzzz

 

Check with FJT.

[Tashi]

tashi, after all those comments, u confirmed looking for a change?

 

I can live with that look, it looks nice in certain angles. I did a good job over the weekend in convincing myself, heh. I kinda like the maroon, but not the black tank, it's a total mismatch. If I'm still in SG for the next 2 years, I don't mind getting it.

[hockie69]

I can live with that look, it looks nice in certain angles. I did a good job over the weekend in convincing myself, heh. I kinda like the maroon, but not the black tank, it's a total mismatch. If I'm still in SG for the next 2 years, I don't mind getting it.

 

if u getting...dun mind to pass my de contact too...me looking for a change too.thx

[DM]

wahahaha...if u want to put it in such context...then only those product from yamaha & suzuki will meet ur needs/wants/demand liao.

 

 

oh? actually, i prefer honda quality over everything else

[hockie69]

But we can't fix that ugly face!

 

If fix on the 06 head fairing, plus put on aftermarket.... then the bike is saved....

 

the face not that bad la....only take time to get used to.

 

Honda like most other MFGer....would had spend million on market research b4 committing on such bold move...and well...consumer are always forgetful....lastly,CBR1000RR is thier permium product for the gobal...so i really dun believe they would release a product without honda-san approve.

[hockie69]

oh? actually, i prefer honda quality over everything else

 

honda "quality" is no different from other make.

 

just that honda product were lower in power...slower in speed...hence,the mechincal stress point can last longer.

 

maybe i'm way over the youth era...where everything also must be the best....now i would settle for something that last....cos..i aint going to ride it like MotoGp boyz.

[DeusExMachina]

the face not that bad la....only take time to get used to.

 

Honda like most other MFGer....would had spend million on market research b4 committing on such bold move...and well...consumer are always forgetful....lastly,CBR1000RR is thier permium product for the gobal...so i really dun believe they would release a product without honda-san approve.

 

I'm sure it's gonna be a light, lean and mean machine.

 

But.... just.... can't..... get.... over.... that..... face..... urk.....