Honda CB1000R vs Honda CBR1000RR
The Honda CBR1000RR is more powerful and lighter than the Honda CB1000R, although they are very close in specifications. Its output is 178 hp (133 kW), and the comparable wet-weight difference is 16.3 kg. The choice is less about a broad advantage than about which model’s particular strengths match your priorities; the answers below separate the measurable distinctions without implying benefits the figures do not establish.
Honda CB1000R vs Honda CBR1000RR: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 999 cm³ |
| Power | 143 hp (107 kW) | 178 hp (133 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 211.8 kg | 195.5 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 828 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.3 L — Favorable value | 15.9 L |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 998 cm³ | 999 cm³ |
| Power | 143 hp (107 kW) | 178 hp (133 kW) — Favorable value |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 114 Nm — Favorable value |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 76.0 x 56.5 mm | 76.0 x 55.1 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.6:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Fuel consumption | 6.4 L/100 km | 5.7 L/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (EPA) | 6.05 L/100 km | 6.05 L/100 km |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate | Assisted Slipper Clutch |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 211.8 kg | 195.5 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 828 mm | 820 mm |
| Length | 2,105 mm | 2,075 mm |
| Width | 784 mm | 720 mm |
| Height | 1,095 mm | 1,125 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm | 1,405 mm |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.3 L — Favorable value | 15.9 L |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Mono-backbone, cast aluminium | Diamond; aluminium composite twin spar |
| Front suspension | 43mm Showa SFF-BP fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability. | Öhlins with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability |
| Rear suspension | 43mm Showa SFF-BP fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; | Unit Pro-Link® Ohlins Shock with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability |
| Front wheel travel | 109 mm | 109 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 127 mm | 137 mm |
| Rake | 24.7° | 23.3° |
| Trail | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Honda CB1000RModel year 2019 | Honda CBR1000RRModel year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. | Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. |
| Front brake diameter | 310 mm | 320 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 256 mm | 220 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 | 190/55-ZR17 |
| ABS | Optional | Yes |
Key differences
This comparison uses Honda CB1000R from 2019 and Honda CBR1000RR from 2019.
Power
Honda CB1000R
143 hp (107 kW)
Honda CBR1000RR
178 hp (133 kW)
Highlighted valueWet weight
Honda CB1000R
211.8 kg
Honda CBR1000RR
195.5 kg
Highlighted valueEngine capacity
Honda CB1000R
998 cm³
Honda CBR1000RR
999 cm³
Torque
Honda CB1000R
99 Nm
Honda CBR1000RR
114 Nm
Highlighted valueSeat height
Honda CB1000R
828 mm
Honda CBR1000RR
820 mm
Highlighted valueHonda CB1000R vs Honda CBR1000RR: which one to choose?
These models are very close in specifications.
- The Honda CBR1000RR is 16.3 kg lighter on a comparable wet-weight basis.
- Engine sizes are very close: Honda CB1000R 998 cm³; Honda CBR1000RR 999 cm³.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Honda CBR1000RR has more power, at 178 hp (133 kW) versus the Honda CB1000R’s 143 hp (107 kW).
- Which motorcycle has the lower seat?
- The Honda CBR1000RR has the lower seat at 820 mm, compared with 828 mm on the Honda CB1000R.
- Which motorcycle has the larger fuel tank?
- The Honda CB1000R has the larger tank, at 16.3 L versus 15.9 L on the Honda CBR1000RR.