Honda Cbr900rr Fireblade
The Honda CBR900RR FireBlade was introduced in 1992, conceived by engineer Tadao Baba with the radical philosophy of combining 900cc power with 600cc-class weight and handling. It revolutionized the superbike segment by proving that lightweight agility could coexist with large-displacement performance, making it one of the most influential sportbikes ever produced. The model evolved through several generations until 2003, when it was replaced by the CBR1000RR, consistently setting benchmarks for power-to-weight ratio in the open-class category.
122 hp
Power
92 Nm
Torque
185 kg
Weight
270 km/h
Top Speed
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Honda Reliability Legacy
The CBR900RR is renowned for exceptional Honda build quality, with well-maintained examples regularly exceeding 100,000 km without major engine work. Regular valve clearance checks are the most critical maintenance item to keep it running flawlessly.
Watch for Rectifier Faults
Early models (1992–1999) are known for regulator/rectifier failures that can kill the battery and leave you stranded. Always test the charging system — a healthy bike should show 13.5–14.5V at the battery when running.
Strong Collector Value
Original, unmodified first-generation Fireblades (SC28/SC33) are increasingly sought after as modern classics, holding or gaining value when in clean, stock condition. Heavily modified or track-prepped examples sell for significantly less.
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