Please note: This bike did not come with a 17 digit VIN originally. As such there is no VIN report for this bike.
Considered to be Honda’s first homologation special, the CB1100R is a legend among Honda fans – especially those based in the US, where this bike was never officially sold. The CBR was offered in 1981 (RB), 1982 (RC), and 1983 (RD). As a RD, this bike is one of 1,500 examples. The RD was differentiated by a metallic red paint job with a silver Honda logo on the tank.
Based on the CB900F, the CB1100R was developed to allow Honda to compete in endurance racing – they won the ’81 New Zealand Castrol Six Hour. It was big and it was heavy, but it was damn fast. The engine from the CB900 was bored out, bumping displacement up to 1062cc. The new engine produced 115 horsepower at 9,000 rpm. Top speed was 149 miles per hour, making it the fastest bike of its time.
Despite the 518 pound weight, the new one piece frame combined with Honda’s first use of twin-piston calipers and nitrogen-charged piggyback shocks in a production bike made this bike successful on race tracks that prioritized fast sweepers over tight hairpins.
Manufactured in December of 1982, this example is VIN: SC082100032.
The odometer shows 267 kilometers (166 miles).
The seller is the original owner, he purchased it new in 1983 after it was imported from Australia. “I found this bike in Cycle News. The importer had two of them in their original aluminum shipping crates. I should have bought both of them. Originally uncrated by Dennis Smith of Cycle Tune in Torrance, California.” The owner imported and collected Hondas from around the world and is clearing up some space in his collection – he recently sold a 1983 Honda VF750F Interceptor With 267 Miles and a 1988 Honda RC30 VFR750R With 62 Miles here on Iconic Motorbikes as well.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, rebuild front brake master cylinder, rebuild front brake calipers, rebuild rear brake master cylinder, rebuild rear brake caliper, change the engine oil and filter, clean the carbs, replace the battery, clean/adjust/lube the chain, install new spark plugs, and replace the petcock. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A, Air Cooled
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New, <1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok, serviced
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 98%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 98%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: Pre-2000(Original)
Tire Date Code Rear: Pre-2000(Original)
Tire % Remaining Front: 99%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99%
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 36 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.63V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.74V
Running Condition: Ok, runs on bench
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Tires Installed:
-Front: 110/90-18
-Rear:130/80-18
Notes:
When in the factory default position, the adjustable handlebars hit the fairings when turned full lock in either direction.
Modifications:
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Arrowmax GT501 tires with date codes of 2403 and 1004.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration current through March 2026.
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