The world’s finest Super Sports street bike has just got better. In 2006 you’ll find lighter weight bodywork for quicker acceleration and better handling. There are redesigned cowls for a more aggressive look – and even new dynamic colours including our imposing Sinister Black.
£ 8,899 on the road
Engine
NEW Lighter-weight 998cm³ Dual Sequential Fuel Injected inline-4 engine maintains overall power characteristics for an increased power-to-weight ratio and sharper acceleration. Reprogrammed fuel injection system realises smoother, more linear response.
HESD
the first time a steering damper has been added to the Fireblade, because it is the first time Honda has developed a damper it is satisfied with. By monitoring the vehicle speed and acceleration the rotary and electrical system maintains the optimum damping for the speed - at lower speeds less damping is required - just think urban riding - whilst at higher speeds more damping is required to smooth out all the bumps in the road.
Exhaust
NEW Lighter-weight 4-into-2-into-1 titanium and stainless steel Centre-Up exhaust system enhances mass centralisation for sharper and swifter cornering control. Features servo-operated exhaust valve for optimised performance at all engine speeds.
Design
NEW Front and side cowl designs modified for a sleeker and more aerodynamic look. Lower side exhaust ducts more effectively cool the radiator to reduce rider’s exposure to engine heat.
Engine
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Engine Displacement
998cm3
Bore & Stroke
75 x 56,5mm
Compression Ratio
12,2 :1
Carburation
PGM-DSFI electronic fuel injection
Max. Power Output
126,4kW/11.250min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque
114,5Nm/10.000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Transmission
Gearbox
6-Speed
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Dimensions and Weight
Length x Width x Height
2.030 x 720 x 1.118 mm
Wheelbase
1,400mm
Seat Height
831mm
Ground Clearance
130mm
Fuel Capacity
18 litres
Dry Weight
176 kg
Kerb Weight
203kg (F: 105kg; R: 98kg)
Max. Carrying Capacity
180kg
Loaded Weight
353kg
Caster Angle
23° 30'
Turning Radius
3,34m
Wheels, Suspension and Brakes
Wheels Front
17 x MT3.50
Wheels Rear
17 x MT6.00
Tyres Front
120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Tyres Rear
190/50 ZR17M/C (73W)
Suspension Front
43mm inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 120mm axle travel
Suspension Rear
Unit Pro-Link with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 13-step preload and stepless compression and rebound damping adjustment, 135mm axle travel
Brakes Front
310 x 5mm dual hydraulic disc with 4-piston callipers and sintered metal pads
Brakes Rear
220 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-piston calliper and sintered metal pads
