Description
Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
In 2004, Honda released the first full liter-sized model in the CBR double-R range when they replaced the 954RR with the 1000RR. Designed by a team led by Kunitaki Hara, the 1KRR was an all-new model, not sharing any components with the outgoing model. Though it was powered by an inline-four and not a V5, many parts of the first CBR1KRR were based on Honda’s RC211V MotoGP racer, the bike Valentino Rossi used to secure back-to-back world titles.
The CBR1000RR was constructed around an advanced aluminum twin-spar chassis derived from Honda’s premier class racer. Other pieces born out of HRC’s R&D department included the hybrid aluminum swingarm and all-new Pro-Link rear suspension. Soaking up the bumps up front is a 43mm inverted fork supplemented with the new Honda Electronic Steering Damper that was developed alongside Kayaba.
Inside the MotoGP-derived frame was an all-new liquid-cooled, 998cc, four-stroke, DOHC (16-valve), inline-four with dual-stage fuel injection and two-stage ram air regulated via a 32-bit ECU. The 1000RR’s engine was good for a claimed 172hp and 85ft-lbs of torque, translating to a sub-three-second (2.7) 0-60mph time, and a top speed of over 175mph.
In addition to keeping the dry weight under 400lbs, Hara and his team went to great lengths to optimize mass centralization. Alongside its compact engine, the RR featured a low, centrally-located 4.8-gallon fuel-cell. The RR also got 17” aluminum alloy hollow-spoke wheels and radial four-piston brakes biting dual floating 310mm discs. The CBR1000RR didn’t boast the most aggressive performance, but it was touted as being much easier to control and more comfortable than its liter-sized competitors.
One area the bike did stand out in was its appearance. With bodywork inspired by the RC211V, line-beam headlight, and under-tail exhaust, the first 998cc CBR-RR more than looked the business.
This example is VIN: JH2SC57A05M105575. It came to Iconic as an import from the UK; prior history is not known.
The odometer shows 50,100 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us replace the battery. Angel did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Tire Year Front/ Rear: 3020/3020
Tire % Front/ Rear: 70/80
Tire Press Front/ Rear: 30/30
Brake % Front/ Rear : 70/30
Hydraulic: Fail
Oil: Level Okay, Quality Bad
Coolant: Level Okay, Quality Bad
Low Beam: OK
High Beam: OK
Turn: OK
Tail Light: OK
Brake Light: OK
Plate Light: OK
Kill: OK
Horn: NON-FUNCTIONAL
Battery: NEW
Test Ride: None, Ran on bench
Notes:
– Aftermarket fairings
– Tree sap on paint
– Road rash on mirrors
– Corrosion on the radiator hose
– Bike runs
Modifications:
Yoshimura exhaust.
Aftermarket ‘Repsol’ bodywork.
Aftermarket reservoir caps.
Aftermarket turn signals.
Domino grips.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power tires with date codes of 2318 and 3020.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Honda is offered on a clean Oregon title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any CBR1000RR Repsol stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
