Honda, as a company is class apart in
bike manufacturing, and it has proved its mettle lately with path
breaking innovation and modern technology engineered and designed to
cater to all segments of bike lovers. The most recent launches of Honda
in India namely, CBR1000RR and Honda CB1000R
designed for Indian terrain are priced at Rs. 12.5 lacs and Rs. 9.5
lacs, respectively. Needless to say the price tag cuts majority of bike
lovers and these will strictly be high-end appealing the upwardly bike
enthusiasts. The motorbikes no wonder made bold new statements in the
superbike category in India. In this review we shall talk about the
relatively cheaper one, Honda CB1000R bike. Certainly, the all
new Honda CB1000R is all set to unfold a new chapter in style,
performance and safety; however, this time for some surprise on the
Indian roads.
If Only Looks Are Enough:
The Honda CB1000R reflects power, masculinity with a distinctive style
and appeal. From the designing board to manufacturing, Honda team of
engineers conceptualized CB1000R as a naked beauty to convey powerful
impression of performance even when it rests on the stand. Looks
monstrous and aggressive though, but one can really enjoy the ride on a
CB1000R machine as its fun-filled accentuated with sheer magic of thrill
and excitement.
The Honda CB1000R further grabs
attention of every onlooker with the unmistakable metal as muscle to add
to its look and its unstoppable power-packed performance can woo bike
enthusiasts. The rear seat rises and the rear tyre is huge with seat
saddle pitting a little. These looks of the bike are further enhanced
with slim and short tail cowl and a forward-tilted fuel tank. The
compact bikini cowl of the Honda CB1000R makes it look brilliant with
its close to triangle-shaped multi-reflector headlight (I never had so
much love for the wolf-eyed headlight, but this one hit me with a
monster head like looks) and distinctive LED position lamp. Honda
CB1000R looks big but it doesn’t look unmanageable unlike some super
bikes. I find that CB1000R has more of steel than some other super bikes
in the same engine segment and it does blend well with chrome. The
four-spoked wheels add to the beauty
Talk About Performance: With
kerb weight of 217kg, the Honda CB1000R runs on a 998cc, 4-stroke
16-valve DOHC engine. It means with each and every twist of the
throttle, the super bike powers exhilarating acceleration. The
mass-forward orientation of the super bike positions the rider slightly
forward and it does help the rider to have a control on the bike in the
windy roads and twisted turns that any sports bike rider will love.
In the segment of liter-class
performers, this super street machine CB1000R delivers breathtaking
power and awesome torque. It’s the torque that pulls the motorcycle in
the race or to climb an uphill with tremendous ease. With a 6-speed
gearbox transmission, the engine delivers maximum power output of 92kW @
10000rpm and torque is about 1000 Nm @8000 rpm. The technical
specifications of the Honda CB1000R include fully-adjustable radial
front brakes, forks, single-backbone frame and all digital dashboards.
The LCD meter panel features
multi-segment LCD tachometer. Other features of the Honda CB1000R
include dual piston caliper, mono shock rear suspension coupled with
adjustable HMAS damper in addition to 310mm floating front-disc brakes.
You Gotta Be Kidding… Super Bike On Indian Roads?
Honda CB1000R will set
the heart of most bike lovers on fire as it pulsates with speed and
vibrates with power be it metal road or asphalted road. It’s the
acceleration that is sets it apart and with the new version of its
braking system, the super bike can well be kept under control without
the slightest displacement. Cartridge-type fork suspension system
doesn’t fail and delivers smooth stop. The Z rate sports bike standard
tyres withstand high speeds and the wider rear tyre provides the bike
stability and awesome pull on the corners and turns.
Honda CB1000R is equipped with ABS or
Antilock brake system which functions on bumpy and uneven road surfaces.
The system reacts when there is even small change in the speed of 2
wheels and applies brake pressure for smooth and steady
deceleration/stopping of the bike. So it should suit Indian roads as
well.
Besides, tubeless tyres add on to the
lighter weight while still gripping the road surface. With competition
from Yamaha and Suzuki, Honda is poised for greater challenges in the
super bike segment even in India
Final Verdict: Although
Honda CB1000R super bike comes with a hefty price tag, yet the market
for super bikes in India has open up well and people are now not
hesitant to spend on the 1000cc metal machines and even in times of
recession Honda boasts of selling its units. The Fireblade engine is
redesigned for midrange performance and therefore, Honda CB1000R is
expected to pump in greater demand, more for its torque than for its
power.
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