Honda CBR1000RR- R SP test: the new 2020 Fireblade sends R !
But what the devil means this fourth "R" added to the surname of the hypersport Honda Fireblade, which already did not lack … air ?! Answers in our full MNC road and circuit test of the luxurious 2020 CBR1000RR-R SP.
CBR1000RR-R SP test Page 2: details in photos captioned MNC
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| Competition engine. The 999.7 cc in-line 4-cylinder has extreme engine dimensions: 81 mm bore for 48.5 mm of stroke, values worthy of MotoGP. This favors the raw power (217.6 hp!), But penalizes the torque which drops by 3 Nm: 113 Nm against 116. And that is felt on the times, especially as the transmission is long. The block also adopts a unique distribution partially driven by cascade of pinions, forged pistons and titanium connecting rods and mufflers.. |
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| R, as a reminder. Like other manufacturers before it, Honda ran into reliability concerns by exceeding the 200 hp mark: the CBR1000RR-Rs were the subject of a recall campaign shortly after their release due to a concern on its forged titanium connecting rods. Certain batches produced by one of its three suppliers presented a fragility which could lead to a risk of breakage, and therefore of engine failure. 320 motorcycles were recalled in Europe: "after an endoscope examination, 2 motorcycles out of 5 required a change of connecting rods", reveals Honda France. Remember that Aprilia, BMW, Ducati and Yamaha also experienced mechanical problems (connecting rods, gearboxes, etc.). |
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| The key to success. The CBR is the first sports car to adopt a keyless start, a device which sublimates its finish beyond criticism and is practical with the contactor moved to the bottom left of the cockpit. But on the track, due to a lack of pocket in the track suit, what do we do with the transponder remote control, Mr. Honda ?! This system also offers the advantage of releasing the steering column and thus passing the pressurized air through it more directly to the air box. Smart ! |
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| SP, as special. This SP version at 26,099 euros differs from the standard at 22,099 euros by its piloted suspensions from Ohlins (Vs Showa mechanical), its Brembo Stylema calipers (Vs Tokyco), its double-acting shifter and its lighter lithium battery which explains its weight identical to the standard version despite its additional equipment. Note that the CBR1000RR-SP does away with the luxurious titanium tank and the lightweight rims of the previous model. On the other hand, both versions show off intimidating fins derived from the RC213V of 2018.. |
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| The r of electronics. Double-acting shifter as standard, start assistant, traction control, mapping, engine brake, wheeling control, adjustable and angle-sensitive ABS, electronic suspensions, all in the expert hands of a six-axis inertia unit: the Fireblade 2020 does not refuse anything! Add to that a particularly readable 5-inch color TFT display, clearly showing all the essential information. Each function can be configured while driving via the left stalk, and appears legibly in a window on the left: a success ! |
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| Convenient. The CBR1000RR-R progresses in terms of protection with its bubble that deflects air to the first third of the helmet. Its saddle and its firm suspensions, on the other hand, offer more spartan comfort than the previous model, which was also less demanding in terms of ergonomics. The passenger seat, perched very high and hard as wood, should be reserved for emergencies. Little consolation: the Honda is equipped with warning and elbow valves. Always it took ! |
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| R, like Roots ?! No fuss for MNC, who strapped a big bundle bag on the Fireblade to join the Beuvardes circuit by road with all his track, photo and video equipment! Almost 200 km via the secondary network with not particularly friendly weather conditions confirmed the high standards of the new Honda, both demanding and not very accommodating on crumpled asphalt. In all, MNC completed 530 km on its handlebars with average consumption between 5.85 and 6.41 l / 100 km. |
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