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Honda CB 1100R BD 1983 Found in Honda |
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Make: Honda Model: CB 1100R BD Year: 1983 Engine: Air cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinders, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder. Capacity: 1062 Bore: 70 x 69 mm Compression: 10.0:1 Induction: 4x 33mm Keihin carbs. Starter: Electronic Power: 120 hp 87.5 kW @ 9000 rpm Torque: 98 Nm @ 7500 rpm Transmission: 5 Speed Front suspension: Adjustable telescopic hydraulic fork. Rear suspension: Swinging arm fork with adjustable Telehydraulic shocks absorbers. Front brake: 2x 296mm discs Rear brake: Single 296mm disc Front tyre: 100/90-18 Rear tyre: 130/80-18 Dry weight: 235 kg Fuel capacity: 26 Litres |
| The incomparable CB1100R provided proof that when mighty Honda set out to build the fastest production motorcycle in the world, the opposition didn't stand much chance. Especially when the bike in question was a purpose-built racer designed with little regard to cost, produced in very small numbers, and which competed against mass-produced machines that sold for half its price. Honda's aim in creating the CB1100R was victory in high-profile long-distance production races in Australia (especially the prestigious Castrol Six Hour) and South Africa. Regulations for these races were strict, with very few modifications allowed. So Honda created its first "homologation special' by treating its current top model, the naked CB900FZ, to a spectacular makeover. The result was a stunning superbike that was head and shoulders above all opposition in 1981. Its racetrack dominance was predictable and sometimes dull. But for the fortunate few who got to ride an 1100R, there was nothing remotely bo | |
