CB 1100 R

1982 Honda CB 1100 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1982 Honda CB 1100 R relies on a 1062 cc (64.8 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 120 HP (87.6 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 113 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the CB 1100 R measures 259 kg (571 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.46 HP/kg (2.16 kg per horsepower). The 26-liter (6.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1981 to 1983, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.