got to review one last weekend and was blown away, the motor is a true Jekyll and Hyde, I found it very easy 1000 to 4000 rpm on the street, and then just a savage 6k and above. Great review man.
Loads of people slagged off the 1st fireblade and i was lucky enough to have one in early 1993 and look at that it changed the way we looked at sports bikes. Then again i went to the green side in 1998 with the zx9r and i still have that bike today 🤣👍
Super eloquent review and great insight into what you’re letting yourself into if you pull the trigger on this. Many thanks. If I may ask, what would be your recommendation for the best road-use bike in this category? Thanks again. G.
I've seen lots of positives reviews of the S 1000 RR and GSX-R1000 for road use as far as superbikes go. Also the previous gen Fireblade was apparently very accommodating for that purpose.
It’s not intended to be used like a Gold Wing! Ludicrous to complain about not “going to the shops” on it. It’s razor sharp and perfectly suited for its intended purpose.
@@jedbone1451 I don't understand those remarks on these super bikes. It's 'not comfortable', 'handles are low', 'knees are tucked', it is like they are comprehending that bike is built for racing, not cruising with saddle bags.
Guys even WSBK racers complained about the ergonomics and it's been changed now for the 2024 model to be more comfortable, even for its intended purpose. It's sold as a street bike to the general public, not many people considering buying it and watching these reviews are intending to only track it and nothing else, that's very much a minority, with money/skill that most don't have, so knowing it isn't comfortable on the road is worth mentioning. I'm guessing you haven't ridden one, but it makes most other modern superbikes feel like tourers in terms of ergos. The fact the pegs have been lowered and the bars raised and brought forward for the latest model to satisfy professional racers is something worth knowing and considering. Ergonomics is important, whether it be street use, track use, or a combination.
So I've been riding for 20+ years and I've rode every bike out but have not rode a new rrr but thinking of getting one I have a 2020 zx10r and absolutely love ❤️ it and wouldn't trade the 2020 zx10r for anything I wanted to ask you if I absolutely love everything about my zx10r would I like the rrr the same or more ??? I know everyone says zx10r is this that not that good but Iam totally opposite I think the 2020zx10r is the best bike you can get I love the power it's fast and I ride fast but I really like the rrr and think I want one just want to know if you think it's better than my 2020 zx10r
I love everything about this bike except for the key fob I understand why but you could’ve put a keyhole on the side as well everything about this bike is special
Finally got round to riding one of these and oh my god it was insane. I've heard the 2022 model has gone from 40 to 43 teeth on the rear sprocket. How will this effect the gearing?? Also they've done work to the mid range apparently.
Great ‘rider’ review, all bikes have little idiosyncrasies which you don’t notice when you’re starry eyed on a test ride or during the first weeks of new bike love! Although many of us ride track we also ride road so you have to consider all the good and bad, tall gearing is something I am now used to and actually like ! But the Honda’s gearing is wayyyyy tallll ! Well done and good job for not crashing it 👍😂😂😂
Did you take the bike in as the 2020 cbr 1000rr had connecting rod recall? @vgk The cbr 1000rrr ecu was unlocked but when you do so it looses wheelie control ,traction control ect ect =really screws ecu up
The key fob is annoying, i understand why Honda moved it, but carrying a huge fob is not fun. But iam getting used to the circle starter button dial thing, kinda cool, very tactile
how "stoopid" are you to review a HONDA for Long Term topic haven't heard you HONDA is A HONDA and its know for its longevity, durability and is lasted of a life time if maintained properly
It’s a 1000cc, 200hp track machine for the road, OF COURSE ITS NOT GOING TO COMFY😂 Also putting it down because it’s not great at “going to the shops” wtf is wrong with you? If you can afford a 24k superbike im sure you’ll have a bike you can pop to the shops on. And complaining it’s doesn’t have cruise control or heated grips? It’s a fricken track weapon for god sake man! If Honda wanted to make the ultimate road bike and it didn’t put grips or cruise on then fair enough... BUT THEY MADE A ROAD LEGAL RACE BIKE!!!!
I had it leaned over in a huge right hand sweeper doing 120-mph, half way thru the turn i remember thinking,how is this bike soo stable and planted, Engine has special Japanese Magic, What a Weapon!!! Hard to believe it will get even faster with a proper ECU-Flash!!! Hurry Up Flasher People!!!
Good review, but would have been even better if not chosen to sit on the fence regarding the decision to buy new or go used. £24k for a bike is out of reach for the vast majority of us and by openly admitting the same for himself, he would have changed what is a good review of the bike into a honest and fair review of what owning the bike would be like.
The SP Model is even better for street use than the base model. Because of the semi-active Ohlins suspension which can be softened or harden just by the click of the button. The main issue of the bike on the street is the lack of torque and power in lower RPMs. It all be fixed with the ECU flash.
@@Fearless154 It's not what I meant, the CBR1000RR has two engines, the 81mm bore and the older 76mm bore. The 76 has better low end torque and hence it is more rideable on the street. the 81 is Peaky in torque delivery.
@@tumdeax You mean the old model 2017-2019 the new rr-r model replaces it. You can still find leftovers but the rr-r is the next-gen of cbr1000 not a special model of it.
@@tumdeax The question is are those leftover models or they're keeping the production in the US. In Europe, it's completely gone from the showrooms. I know In the US they'll keep on selling discontinued bikes until they'll run out of stock. Correct me if I wrong but I pretty sure In the US they can call it the 2021 model as long as it wasn't registered and was still in the crate.
Honda has always had higher pegs- that helps take the weight off the wrists, BMW is the only bike I know that comes with heated grips, but the winglets keep the wind off the hands nicely.... The Suzuki is the best street riding bike out there hands down! The front forks- are a good choice as the showa bff forks are a disappointing design using too narrow a bushing! The maintenance cost is a real issue, be prepared to spend 100$ for an oil change every 2000miles..... And expect to change tires every 2000 miles also- The ABS is a good place to start for cutting the weight down! And the rubber lines can be upgraded to steel braid when removing the abs pump... The honda ecu is difficult to flash at the moment so expect the cost of mapping to be extra for a few years.
Some spot on points there, but overall the bike is pants. Those m4 calipers are the worst. Abs is pointless as its also dual abs. Too many fiddly electronics. Glad I never got one and threw it back after less than a week into a month trial.
It’s an absolute adrenaline fuelled missile. 2nd and 3rd on the road on magic carpet suspensions. The noise is the greatest 😎
got to review one last weekend and was blown away, the motor is a true Jekyll and Hyde, I found it very easy 1000 to 4000 rpm on the street, and then just a savage 6k and above. Great review man.
track focussed use aside, bike's got absolute stunner looks... Thanks reviewing this
This bike is a keeper & destined to be a classic.
What a genuine review, 3 year old RRR SP about £15k now that's worth considering.
This is a pure track focused bike with more horsepower more torque ❤️🔥4th gear it clocked 299kmph hell yeah ❤️
Really honest and useful content！ definitely heaps of detailed information for this bike overall！
Loads of people slagged off the 1st fireblade and i was lucky enough to have one in early 1993 and look at that it changed the way we looked at sports bikes. Then again i went to the green side in 1998 with the zx9r and i still have that bike today 🤣👍
I'm 62, have a '21 mt09 and a '18 mt10. I absolutely LOVE this bike. Maybe I can trade both my current bikes in on one...gets me the down payment 🤣
Gsxr1000 and S1000rr great road sportsbikes with massive power wherever you are in the revs!👍
Super eloquent review and great insight into what you’re letting yourself into if you pull the trigger on this. Many thanks. If I may ask, what would be your recommendation for the best road-use bike in this category? Thanks again. G.
I've seen lots of positives reviews of the S 1000 RR and GSX-R1000 for road use as far as superbikes go. Also the previous gen Fireblade was apparently very accommodating for that purpose.
It’s not intended to be used like a Gold Wing! Ludicrous to complain about not “going to the shops” on it. It’s razor sharp and perfectly suited for its intended purpose.
Couldn’t agree more. And saying “ah it’s no very comfy it hurts your hands” ITS A FUCKING SUPERBIKE MAN!
@@jedbone1451 I don't understand those remarks on these super bikes. It's 'not comfortable', 'handles are low', 'knees are tucked', it is like they are comprehending that bike is built for racing, not cruising with saddle bags.
Guys even WSBK racers complained about the ergonomics and it's been changed now for the 2024 model to be more comfortable, even for its intended purpose.
It's sold as a street bike to the general public, not many people considering buying it and watching these reviews are intending to only track it and nothing else, that's very much a minority, with money/skill that most don't have, so knowing it isn't comfortable on the road is worth mentioning. I'm guessing you haven't ridden one, but it makes most other modern superbikes feel like tourers in terms of ergos.
The fact the pegs have been lowered and the bars raised and brought forward for the latest model to satisfy professional racers is something worth knowing and considering. Ergonomics is important, whether it be street use, track use, or a combination.
So I've been riding for 20+ years and I've rode every bike out but have not rode a new rrr but thinking of getting one I have a 2020 zx10r and absolutely love ❤️ it and wouldn't trade the 2020 zx10r for anything I wanted to ask you if I absolutely love everything about my zx10r would I like the rrr the same or more ??? I know everyone says zx10r is this that not that good but Iam totally opposite I think the 2020zx10r is the best bike you can get I love the power it's fast and I ride fast but I really like the rrr and think I want one just want to know if you think it's better than my 2020 zx10r
I ride 2020 blade engine;chasis;electronic;feeling and every thing fantastic and next level on the market
I love everything about this bike except for the key fob I understand why but you could’ve put a keyhole on the side as well everything about this bike is special
Restricted heavily to 186 mph. This is definitely a 211 mph bike if completely unrestricted.
Yeh OK 🤣🤣🤣
Awesome review 👍
The bike give lots of surprises r.r.r
Finally got round to riding one of these and oh my god it was insane. I've heard the 2022 model has gone from 40 to 43 teeth on the rear sprocket. How will this effect the gearing?? Also they've done work to the mid range apparently.
Great ‘rider’ review, all bikes have little idiosyncrasies which you don’t notice when you’re starry eyed on a test ride or during the first weeks of new bike love! Although many of us ride track we also ride road so you have to consider all the good and bad, tall gearing is something I am now used to and actually like ! But the Honda’s gearing is wayyyyy tallll ! Well done and good job for not crashing it 👍😂😂😂
If I remember right it can do 299 kmh on 4th gear
Do you have to race tune on your bike.
Did you take the bike in as the 2020 cbr 1000rr had connecting rod recall?
@vgk The cbr 1000rrr ecu was unlocked but when you do so it looses wheelie control ,traction control ect ect =really screws ecu up
The key fob is annoying, i understand why Honda moved it, but carrying a huge fob is not fun. But iam getting used to the circle starter button dial thing, kinda cool, very tactile
It’s a shame the stock gearing is so pants. I’m hearing if you want to change the gearing you need to run the hrc kit loom and ecu which is mental!
how "stoopid" are you to review a HONDA for Long Term topic
haven't heard you HONDA is A HONDA
and its know for its longevity, durability and is lasted of a life time if maintained properly
Spot on!
Dream bike
Mine is ABSOLUTELY Phenomenal!!!!!!!! WSBK HRC-Akropavic!!! Servo Buddy is a must from Moto-Million, Never gone so fast do easy
It’s a 1000cc, 200hp track machine for the road, OF COURSE ITS NOT GOING TO COMFY😂 Also putting it down because it’s not great at “going to the shops” wtf is wrong with you? If you can afford a 24k superbike im sure you’ll have a bike you can pop to the shops on. And complaining it’s doesn’t have cruise control or heated grips? It’s a fricken track weapon for god sake man! If Honda wanted to make the ultimate road bike and it didn’t put grips or cruise on then fair enough... BUT THEY MADE A ROAD LEGAL RACE BIKE!!!!
my next bike!
Great review!
1 bad thing about this bike is that it doesn't have a lock ..
Easy to steal
I had it leaned over in a huge right hand sweeper doing 120-mph, half way thru the turn i remember thinking,how is this bike soo stable and planted, Engine has special Japanese Magic, What a Weapon!!! Hard to believe it will get even faster with a proper ECU-Flash!!! Hurry Up Flasher People!!!
How do you know you were doing 120
Good review, but would have been even better if not chosen to sit on the fence regarding the decision to buy new or go used. £24k for a bike is out of reach for the vast majority of us and by openly admitting the same for himself, he would have changed what is a good review of the bike into a honest and fair review of what owning the bike would be like.
7:05 This a flat out track bike. Get the non-SP and test it out one day.
The SP Model is even better for street use than the base model. Because of the semi-active Ohlins suspension which can be softened or harden just by the click of the button.
The main issue of the bike on the street is the lack of torque and power in lower RPMs. It all be fixed with the ECU flash.
@@Fearless154 It's not what I meant, the CBR1000RR has two engines, the 81mm bore and the older 76mm bore. The 76 has better low end torque and hence it is more rideable on the street. the 81 is Peaky in torque delivery.
@@tumdeax You mean the old model 2017-2019 the new rr-r model replaces it. You can still find leftovers but the rr-r is the next-gen of cbr1000 not a special model of it.
@@Fearless154 it's not old, the 2021 CBR1000RR is still being sold in the US for $16.5K
@@tumdeax The question is are those leftover models or they're keeping the production in the US.
In Europe, it's completely gone from the showrooms.
I know In the US they'll keep on selling discontinued bikes until they'll run out of stock.
Correct me if I wrong but I pretty sure In the US they can call it the 2021 model as long as it wasn't registered and was still in the crate.
Gorgeous bike with Honda build... extremely desirable no matter what the foibles
Honda has always had higher pegs- that helps take the weight off the wrists, BMW is the only bike I know that comes with heated grips, but the winglets keep the wind off the hands nicely.... The Suzuki is the best street riding bike out there hands down! The front forks- are a good choice as the showa bff forks are a disappointing design using too narrow a bushing!
The maintenance cost is a real issue, be prepared to spend 100$ for an oil change every 2000miles..... And expect to change tires every 2000 miles also-
The ABS is a good place to start for cutting the weight down! And the rubber lines can be upgraded to steel braid when removing the abs pump...
The honda ecu is difficult to flash at the moment so expect the cost of mapping to be extra for a few years.
POTENT !!!!! There is a reason 1 of the display options starts at 5k -RPM
Some spot on points there, but overall the bike is pants. Those m4 calipers are the worst. Abs is pointless as its also dual abs. Too many fiddly electronics. Glad I never got one and threw it back after less than a week into a month trial.
Change the sprocket to 15/44
Once again the euro nanny state f#cks things up...The abs should be able to be disabled on track...ridiculous and unnecessary
They want £20K for the base model! And it doesn't even come with a quickshifter/blipper as standard! What an absolute rip off!👎
But its fast asf
Lmao go buy a ducati then pay 1500$ every 15k miles for a desmo valve job lol ,the msrp of the honda is fine lol
This gentleman looks a lot like MotoGP rider Joan Mir
M1000 RR , ITS A BMW not a honda, by a civic
If you were buying a bike to nip to the shops, it wouldn't be a blade!
False neutral still happening?? Wtf honda
Just turn off the abs on track...this thing is a 💎.seems like you're too disappointed with honda.
U can't turn it off
@@pravesh736 ABS is given Sport and Track modes, although if you wish to die...just take out the tc fuse
What a dithery review, if i, Would I, well yes but ... FFS !!
FC.CB
May be great on track but absolutely pointless and garbage as a road bike! Can't see why anybody would buy it to purely use on the road.
That’s cuz your old as hell grandpa
Rubber break lines? So cheap. Cast wheels? So cheap.