17 January 2014 - Honda's CBR1000RR cements its stellar reputation as the best overall Supersport package thanks to several improvements in 2014. Due to grace Australian shores in March 2014, the CBR1000RR boasts engine and exhaust modifications for more power and torque along with a new riding position and a new windscreen.

Taking the superbike category by storm upon its introduction in 1992, the Fireblade has enjoyed a multitude of victories in the World Superbike championship and all-conquering success at the Isle of Man TT. This racing against the unpredictable reality of real roads is where the CBR1000RR shines brightest.

For 2014 the CBR1000RR's 999cc, four-cylinder engine has received extensive work resulting in extra peak power and improved mid-range torque. Honda's engineers focused on the cylinder head; the inlet and exhaust ports have been re-shaped and polished with the combustion chambers 'gas-flowed' to improve efficiency.

The Programmed Dual Sequential Fuel Injection system (PGM-DSFI) has been remapped to match the revised cylinder head and up-rated power and torque output. The PGM-DSFI delivers precise fuelling and an accessible power delivery, especially at low rpm, where response is particularly refined, predictable and progressive.

The MotoGP-derived slipper clutch ensures full power transmission together with ultra-smooth gear shifting and light feel at the lever. In the critical hard braking, back-shifting corner-entry phase it decreases the torque passed from engine to the rear wheel, reducing the chance of traction loss and increasing stability.

The CBR1000RR's die-cast twin-spar aluminium frame, 43mm inverted Showa Big Piston Fork and Rear Shock are unchanged for 2014. The aluminium gull-wing swingarm is deliberately long, operating through MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link rear suspension to deliver outstanding traction and rider feedback.

In response to customer feedback, the riding position has been made more aggressive in 2014, the footpegs are set 10mm further back and the handlebars have been made wider. As an option, Honda's high-performance electronically-controlled Combined Anti-lock Brake System is available, offering a high level of braking precision.

Available in two smooth colour schemes; Pearl Glare White and Graphite Black, the CBR1000RR boasts a competitive MLP of $16,899 for the standard or $17,899 for the ABS variant.

See your Honda Dealer today and discover the satisfying ability Honda's CBR1000RR has to extract the very best from every rider with its combination of exceptional performance and incomparable handling.

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