From 1990 to 1996, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-11 was the world’s fastest production motorcycle, and Team Green benefitted from all sorts of press and rider excitement about that fact. Honda decided to steal the crown, and their weapon of choice was the CBR1100XX. It was also known as the Super Blackbird outside of the US – the name was an homage to the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, which has owned the record for fastest “manned airbreathing jet” since 1976. Honda only had the record for three years until Suzuki released the Hayabusa (which was amusingly named as the “peregrine falcon” because they prey on blackbirds), but it was still faster than you’d ever need.
The XX was capable of 175 miles per hour thanks to 162hp/88lb-ft of output from the 1,137cc inline four engine. These bikes are known for being very reliable with owners putting on lots of trouble-free miles. While future efforts from Suzuki and Kawasaki were faster, many publications thought that the Honda was the best all-around bike of the bunch. It also makes you wonder why Yamaha never tried their hand at taking the speed crown.
In 1999, Honda updated the Blackbird with fuel injection, ram air intake, a different front wheel/rotor, a new clutch, upgraded stator, and improved front fork valving. 2001 brought an additional update in the form of a digital dashboard.
Manufactured in December 2001, this example is VIN: JH2SC35002M500625.
The odometer shows 18,067 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok (<0.15V)
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok (<1.5% of moisture contamination)
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: No Front Turn Signals Rear Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 32/24
Tire Date Code Rear: 08/25
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90%
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 36 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.8V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.5V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
-No Front Turn Signals
-No Plate Light
Recommendations:
-Electrical Diagnostic for front turn signals and plate light
Modifications:
Custom paint.
Black Widow exhaust.
Galfer wave rotors, braided brake lines.
Frame sliders.
Powerbronze tinted windscreen, aftermarket mirror block offs, front turn signal delete.
Tank grips.
CRG levers, aftermarket bar end mirrors, aftermarket master cylinder reservoir covers.
Aftermarket seat cover, aftermarket seat cowl.
Faux carbon fiber dash cover, inner fairing, and top triple tree cover.
Carbon fiber rear hugger.
Tail tidy, aftermarket turn signals.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax Q5 tires with date codes of 3224 and 0825.
The sale includes one key.
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 August 2026.
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