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CB 1100 SF

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66 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.6 hp/kg
Top Speed
258 km/h
Torque
113 Nm
Engine
1137 ccm

1999 Honda CB 1100 SF Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1999 Honda CB 1100 SF features a 1137 cc (69.4 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 134 HP (97.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 112.6 Nm (83 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 117.9 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 SF measures 222 kg (489 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.6 HP/kg (1.66 kg per horsepower). The 22-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 5.74 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 383 km (238 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 258 km/h (160 mph).

Specific Output
117.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.6 HP/kg (1.66 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~383 km (238 mi)
Engine
Displacement 1137.0 ccm (69.38 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 134.0 HP (97.8 kW))
Torque 112.6 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.0 ft.lbs)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling Liquid
Max RPM 11500
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 257.5 km/h (160.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption 5.74 litres/100 km (17.4 km/l or 40.98 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Twin aluminuim spars
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 180/55-17
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 256 mm (10.1 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 256 mm (10.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 222.0 kg (489.4 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.6036 HP/kg
Fuel Capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black, Red, Blue
Carrying Capacity None
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