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Power/Weight
0.36 hp/kg
Torque
59 Nm
Engine
998 ccm
Technical Overview
2008 Honda CB 1000 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Honda's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Honda CB 1000 R relies on a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76.4 HP (55.8 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 59 Nm (43.5 lb-ft) at 8,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 76.6 HP per liter and a 2,250 rpm working window between peak torque (8,250 rpm) and peak power (10,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the CB 1000 R measures 213 kg (470 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.79 kg per horsepower). The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
76.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.79 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,250–10,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power76.4 HP (55.8 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque59.0 Nm (6.0 kgf-m or 43.5 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiplate with coil springs
Chassis
Front Suspension43mm inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload, compression and rebound adjustment, 120mm cushion stroke
Rear SuspensionMonoshock with gas-charged HMAS damper featuring 10-step preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment, 128mm axle travel
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Suspension
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Transmission
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