The 999.9cc inline four-cylinder engine features a 13.0:1 compression ratio and produces peak power of 214.5hp (160kW) @ 14,500rpm. It uses a compact, short-stroke layout – sharing the bore and stroke of the RC213V-S ­– with semi-cam gear train, finger-follower rocker arms, forged aluminium pistons and titanium con-rods.

The 4-2-1 exhaust system employs oval-section downpipes for maximum efficiency. Designed by Akrapovic, the compact titanium muffler offers extreme, Moto-GP-levels of lean angle.

Fully customisable, the full colour TFT display connects you directly to the bike’s systems. Compact left-hand switchgear houses a four-way switch for riding mode parameters and screen display cycling. Three default riding modes are available, plus the option to customise Engine Power, Engine Brake and Wheelie Control. Honda’s Smart Key system streamlines start up, allowing a clean, competition-style top yoke.

A six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) delivers instant 3D estimation of pitch and roll for accurate dynamic input. Throttle By Wire (TBW) features enhanced throttle feel, while Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) offers on-the-edge control and corner-exit performance. Showa’s rod-type Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) features 3-level stability management. The ABS features two modes, SPORT and TRACK, while Launch Control is standard.

Honda’s RC213V MotoGP machine provides a baseline design for the efficient, high-performance aerodynamics of the CBR1000RR-R, including a frontal ram air duct feeding directly through the headstock to the airbox. Vertical winglet structures maximise hard acceleration and high-speed braking stability.

The aluminium diamond frame uses the rear of the engine as the upper shock mount; the swingarm is longer and based on that of the RC213V-S design. The rigidity balance, weight distribution and steering geometry have been carefully optimised for the engine output in terms of front and rear grip levels and, just as importantly, feel for both.

With its large damping volume, the Showa 43mm Big Piston Fork (BPF) inverted telescopic forks effectively reduce hydraulic pressure generated under compression and extension, maximising tyre contact with tarmac. The rear shock is a fully adjustable Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion Light (BFRC-Light) unit operating through Pro-Link.