News 5 Nov 2013

First look: Honda unveils 2014 Honda CBR1000RR SP edition

Honda has added an SP version of the CBR1000RR for 2014, the model unveiled overseas overnight.

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Honda has added an SP version of the CBR1000RR for 2014, the model unveiled overseas overnight.

Although not yet confirmed by Honda Australia, the 2014 Honda CBR1000RR SP will feature fully adjustable Öhlins front and rear suspension, plus Brembo front brakes and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC premium tires.

A special lightweight subframe lowers the center of gravity and a new-design rear single-seat cowl also shaves weight.

Add additional power and torque via a new cylinder head, intake tract and exhaust system, along with high-performance engine parts including pistons and connecting rods hand-selected to match weight and balance for quality and performance.

The riding position is now more track-oriented, a bubble windscreen creates a larger still-air pocket for the rider, and a special tri-color paint scheme all help to create a finely honed instrument that brings the CBR1000RR’s performance to a whole new level.

Honda has also announced that the 2014 CBR1000RR will be revised as well. A new cylinder head, intake tract and exhaust system add additional horsepower and torque.

More aggressive riding ergonomics come via new handlebars and relocated footpegs, while it too has a bubble windscreen.

The lightweight aluminum frame is equipped with a Big Piston Fork and Honda’s Unit Pro-Link® rear suspension system with a patented Balance-Free Rear Shock and optional Honda Electronic Combined ABS—all to sharpen the CBR1000RR’s ultra-responsive middleweight-style handling.

Stay tuned for more when we have it from Honda Australia including local availability and pricing.

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