The engine draws strongly on Honda RC213V MotoGP technology, meaning the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is driven by the most powerful inline four-cylinder that Honda has ever built.

The same bore and stroke as the RC213V allow the use of MotoGP technology for the intake, exhaust and combustion chambers, based on know-how gained in MotoGP. The con-rods, pistons and camshaft materials and surface treatment, such as the throttle body shape, derive from the RC213V-S.

The new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP delivers maximum power of 160kW at 14,500rpm and peak torque of 113Nm at 12,500rpm while tipping the scales at just 201kg.

In terms of engine configuration, the in-line 4 layout, with its short front-to-back dimensions, ensure an ultra-high-end performance engine while allowing for very compact overall packaging. The frame has also been optimised, increasing torsional rigidity by 9% to improve handling at circuit cornering speed. On the other hand, lateral rigidity is reduced by 11% with a longer wheelbase and longer swingarm, for improved grip and feeling both through and out of the corners.

In line with the Honda mass centralisation philosophy, the Fireblade is equipped with a lightweight titanium Remus exhaust end can. Put it all together and the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP constitutes a premium production package around which to build a winning race machine.