Please Note: The VINData Report for this bike shows that there is an open recall for the fuel pump.
Introduced in 2003, the CBR600RR marked a dramatic shift in how Honda developed sports bikes. Project Leader Hiroyuki Ito stated, “we developed the RR in a completely different way from any model in the past. In the past Honda has always developed a road bike, then modified it for racing. But with the RR, we first built a prototype racer, then gave it to the production department.”
The CBR600RR benefitted from Honda’s learning with the RC211V MotoGP racebike with enhancements like the Unit Pro-Link rear suspension and Honda’s new dual stage fuel injection. The bike got major revisions every two years, and in 2009 Honda debuted a sportbike first of optional ABS (not equipped on this specific bike). Engine updates resulted in additional torque without having to give up top-end power.
Manufactured in January 2009, this example is VIN: JH2PC40479K200799. The seller bought it six years ago “from mechanic’s home, where it had been abandoned by an unknown customer.”
During his ownership, the seller has covered between 1,000-2,000 miles. The odometer shows 17,380 miles.
“Bike is owned by motorsports journalist Michael Gougis, author of the story that became the Dreamworks motion picture “Biker Boyz,” and has been seen multiple times in Roadracing World & Motorcycle Technology magazine. It has been used for photo shoots, track days, and racing with organizations like WERA West in the V8 Mediumweight vintage class. In its category, it has been good enough for trophies and one highly improbable race win.
Maintained by the crew at M Performance Racing, a bunch of former racers who took my race program as seriously as I took it and always made sure the bike was as perfect as it could be when I unloaded at the track. Simple, dependable, runs on pump gas, and extremely well-sorted. Perfect for the track day rider and gentleman racer. I will miss it when it is gone.”
Maintenance:
“Outside of the upgrades listed below, routine maintenance – oil changes, tires, brake pads, etc.”
Modifications:
– Stock engine with Bazzaz ECU piggyback module, including traction control
– Bazzaz Z-Bomb
– Clutchless upshifter
– Jardine exhaust canister
– 108 bhp at rear wheel on M Racing Performance dyno
– Braided steel front brake lines
– Brakes rebuilt with new pads
– Race Tech Gold Valve pistons in forks
– Penske shock, fully adjustable, with remote reservoir
– Suspension set up by JJ Matter at Suspension Matters for 175 lb. rider
– Slotted rear brake disc
– Aftermarket rear brake master cylinder
– Rearsets
– Keyless race gas cap
– Tank protectors/knee grips
– Race bodywork and aftermarket windscreen
– Powder-coated rims with tape stripes – helps identify the rims at the tire vendor on race weekends
– Lightweight lithium-ion battery
– Dunlop slicks with four track days on them.
Inside of the tank:
The seller states, “no street parts available except for original footpegs.”
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax slicks with date codes of 0524 and 0724.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Paint has small chips on upper fairing from sand/stones during racing. Small details for Dunlop sticker on fairing lower are disfigured.”
Currently located in Claremont, California, this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale only. “Track use only, bill of sale only, cannot be registered for street use.” Have any CBR600RR stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
