In the early 1990s, Honda turned the motorcycling world on its head when it released the CBR900RR Fireblade. The ‘Blade’s designer, Tadao Baba, primarily focused on keeping weight down above all else — a must considering his brief was to deliver a modern superbike with open-class power, weighing no more than your average 600 of the day. The “Fireblade” name is actually the result of a mistranslation of the word “lightning”, and it didn’t fit squarely into any of the existing major classes. Rather, Honda’s goal was to create the best possible road-going superbike, and the eventual result was the 900RR.
At the heart of the original Fireblade — which didn’t come to US shores until ’93 — was a 893cc in-line four which was essentially a stroked three-quarter liter mill with a 70mm bore. Though it wasn’t the most powerful engine of its day, the RR’s 124 hp, 65 ft-lbs of torque, and 160 mph top speed were nothing to scoff at, especially with its svelte weight. A number of measures were taken by Baba and his team to ensure the Fireblade would hit its target weight. This included using a highly-developed lightweight frame, 16” front wheel, conventional forks instead of heavier inverted units (though the 900RR’s front-end was designed to look like an upside down fork) and even the Swiss cheesed-nose.
In the end, Baba-san came through, delivering a 900 that tipped the scales at around 450lbs wet. It was less than 10 lbs heavier than the CBR600, and a whopping 100lbs lighter than most of the open-class competition of the day.
Manufactured in June 1993 this example is VIN: JH2SC2802RM201931. The seller states “I purchased this bike from a private seller in Akron, Ohio in April 2023. It had been garage kept its entire life (you can tell when they spend time outside because the speedometer needles will start to turn yellow). The bike hadn’t been ridden in years so I performed all the necessary maintenance to get it back on the road safely. I have years of experience working on these. This is 1 of 5 CBR900RRs I have owned. It rides and feels like a new bike. The bodywork is all original and in phenomenal condition. It features its original windscreen and uncut rear fender, both which are very expensive and hard to find. This has been my go-to weekend/joy rider for the past two years, but I have recently purchased a 1993 Red/White/Blue version so it is time to let this one go to a new home.”
The odometer shows 23,394 miles. The seller states “I purchased the bike in Ohio in April 2023.” He has covered approximately 3,229 miles during his ownership.
Maintenance:
The seller states “The bike has been thoroughly gone through. Here is a list of all work that has been done to it: Valve adjustment at 22k miles. Carburetors fully disassembled and rebuilt with Vapourworx LiteTek carb kit (better than OEM.) All brake calipers disassembled, cleaned and rebuilt with all NOS OEM parts. Front and rear master cylinders fully rebuilt with all NOS OEM parts. Brand new Spiegler steel braided brake lines on front and rear brakes. All fluids changed every 1,000 miles (Oil + RBF Brake Fluid.) Brand new CL Brake pads on front and rear calipers at 22k miles. New Bridgestone S21 tires at 22k miles. New D.I.D. VX3 X ring drive chain at 22k miles. New Sunstar rear sprocket (45T.) Dynojet jet kit with new K&N high flow air filter. Ape Manual Cam Chain Tensioner installed.”
Modifications:
Dynojet Kit with K&N High Flo Filter, APE cam chain tensioner, CL Brake Pads, Vapourworx LiteTek carb kit (better than OEM) (not pictured.)
Spiegler Steel Braided Brake Lines (Front + Rear.)
45T Sunstar Rear Sprocket.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone S21R tires with date codes of 2822 and 4322.
The sale includes two keys and owner’s manual from a 1993 model, and OEM tool kit.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Dunkirk, Maryland, this Honda is offered on a clean Maryland title. Have any CBR900RR stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
