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VTR 1000 F FireStorm - Super Hawk

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Power/Weight
0.57 hp/kg
Torque
93 Nm
Engine
996 ccm

2003 Honda VTR 1000 F FireStorm - Super Hawk Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2003 Honda VTR 1000 F FireStorm - Super Hawk utilizes a 996 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110 HP (80.3 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93 Nm (68.6 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 110.4 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), 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 VTR 1000 F FireStorm - Super Hawk measures 193 kg (425 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.57 HP/kg (1.75 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2002 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
110.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.57 HP/kg (1.75 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–8,500 rpm
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 996.0 ccm (60.78 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 110.0 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 93.0 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.6 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Bore x Stroke 98.0 x 66.0 mm (3.9 x 2.6 inches)
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-17
Rear Tyre 180/55-17
Front Brakes Double disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.5699 HP/kg
Seat Height 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2050 mm (80.7 inches)
Overall Width 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
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Sport & Track
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Seat Height
81 cm / 31.9 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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