Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird vs Honda Vtr1000 Firestorm
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird vs Honda Vtr1000 Firestorm. Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird: 164 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 256 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 290 km/h (electronically limited; some sources cite 300+ km/h unlimitied), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. Honda Vtr1000 Firestorm: 110 hp @ 9,000 rpm hp, 197 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 240 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird
Honda Vtr1000 Firestorm
Horsepower (hp)
164 hp
110 hp
Torque (Nm)
126 Nm
100 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
290 km/h
240 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
256 kg
197 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
164 hp @ 10,000 rpm
110 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque
126 Nm @ 7,250 rpm
100 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
290 km/h (electronically limited; some sources cite 300+ km/h unlimitied)
240 km/h
Weight
256 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbr1100xx Blackbird
8.5/10
"A genuinely fast, reliable classic that rewards careful buyers enormously."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Exceptional power delivery smoothness
+Comfortable for long distances
Cons
−Cam chain tensioners wear early
−Fairings scarce and pricey
−Heavy for tight urban riding
Honda Vtr1000 Firestorm
8.0/10
"A brilliant V-twin that demands a thorough pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+Glorious V-twin character
+Sharp, adjustable chassis
+Strong parts availability
Cons
−Rear shock always needs work
−Thirsty at 40mpg
−Neglected examples everywhere
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