India-bound Honda CBR1000RR displayed at BIMS 2017

The Honda CBR1000RR AKA the Fireblade has been showcased at the 2017 Bangkok International Motor Show. The bike is likely to be launched in India by December.

The Honda CBR1000RR is stands on 43 mm Big Piston Showa forks up front while the rear gets completely adjustable Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion. Instead of a conventional single-tube layout, the is bike is built on a double-tube design, the damper case and an internal cylinder. The brakes have been shared from Tokico. There is an optional cornering ABS while the electronic updates and chassis remain the same.

 Honda CBR1000RR side Profile

Mechanically, 2017 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade is powered by a 999 cc DOHC, liquid cooled, in-line four cylinder mill paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The fuel injected engine is capable of propelling 191.7 PS of maximum power at 13,000 rpm and 114 Nm of peak torque at 11,000 rpm.

The Honda CBR1000RR gets massive all-LED lighting. The cooling system, clutch and titanium exhaust remain similar to the Honda CBR1000RR SP and Honda CBR1000RR SP2. and a TFT instrumentation.Honda will also be offering optional quickshifter for better handeling.

 Honda CBR1000RR Rear Profile

Additionally, the Honda CBR1000RR gets a TFT instrumentation and a 9 level traction control as standard.