2007 BMW HP2 Enduro vs 2008 Honda CBR1000RR

Full specifications comparison • 2 motorcycles

Comparing 2 motorcycles
2007 BMW HP2 Enduro 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro

Sport

Engine
Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer air/oil-cooled, 4 Valves per cylinder
Power
77 kW / 105 hp @ 7000 rpm
Top Speed
210.0 km/h
Weight
433.2 pounds
2008 Honda CBR1000RR 2008 Honda CBR1000RR

Sport

Engine
In-line four
Power
N/A
Top Speed
N/A
Weight
N/A
Full Specifications
General
Year2007-
MakeBMW-
ModelHP2 Enduro-
Colours-Red/black, Black/metallic Silver, Pearl Yellow/black, Candy dark red/metallic silver, Black/metallic gray
Make ModelBMW HP2 Enduro-
Dimensions
Seat Height920 mm / 36.2 in820 mm / 32.3 in.
Wheelbase1610 mm / 63.4 in1,407 mm / 55.4 in.
Height1266 mm / 49.8 in-
Length2350 mm / 92.5 in-
Width880 mm / 34.6 in-
Weights & Capacities
Dry Weight175 kg / 386 lbs-
Fuel Capacity13 Litres / 3.4 US gal17.78 litres / 4.70 gallons
Wet Weight196.5 kg / 433 lbs-
Performance
Top Speed210 km/h / 130.5 mph-
Max Power77 kW / 105 hp @ 7000 rpm-
Max Torque115 Nm / 11.7 kgf-m / 84.8 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm-
Standing Start 0-100 km4.2 sec-
Standing Start 0-140 km6.7 sec-
Standing Start 0-180 km12.1 sec-
Standing Start ¼ Mile12.2 sec-
Engine
Stroke73.0 mm4
Fuel Control-DOHC
Engine Type-In-line four
Bore x Stroke (mm)-76.0 x 55.1 mm
Displacement (ci)-60.96 cubic inches
Displacement (cc)-999.00 cc
Bore x Stroke (in,)-3.0 x 2.2 inches
Displacement1170 cc / 71.5 cub. in.-
Engine DetailFour stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer air/oil-cooled, 4 Valves per cylinder-
Fuel System-Injection. Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) with 40mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectors
Bore x Stroke101 x 73 mm-
Compression Ratio11.0:112.3:1
Cooling SystemOil/air cooled-
Engine Oil Specification20W/50-
Fuel Consumption6 l/100 km / 16.7 km/l / 39.3 US mpg-
Fuel InductionFuel Injection ∅47mm Throttle butterfly BMS-K-
Fuel ReserveAprox. 2 Liters / 0.5 US gal-
Fuel TypeUnleaded super, minimum 95 RON-
IgnitionBMS-K Computer-controlled digital transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
LubricationWet sump-
Spark PlugBosch, YR5LDE-
StarterElectric-
Valve System-4
Drivetrain
ClutchSingle plate dry clutch, 180 mm diameter-
Final DriveShaftChain
Final Drive Ratio2.82:1-
Gear Ratios1st 2.28 / 2nd 1.58 / 3rd 1.26 / 4th 1.03 / 5th 0.90 / 6th 0.81:1-
Gearbox-6-speed
Transmission / Drive6 Speed -
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel tubular space frame, non-load-bearing engine-
Suspension - FrontWP 45mm upside-down telescopic forks, adjustable compression and rebound43mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability
Suspension - RearBMW ParaleverUnit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability
Fork Angle60°-
Rake-23.3°
Trail127 mm / 5.0 in96 mm / 3.8 in.
Wheel Travel - Front270 mm / 10.6 in119 mm / 4.7 in.
Wheel Travel - Rear250 mm / 9.8 in137 mm / 5.4 in.
Electronics
TachometerStandard-
Wheels & Brakes
Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.)-8.7 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (in.)-12.6 inches
Brakes - Front Diameter (mm)-320 mm
Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm)-220 mm
Brakes - FrontSingle 305mm disc, 2-piston floating caliperDouble disc
Brakes - RearSingle 265mm disc 2 piston caliperSingle disc
Tyres - Front90/90 R21S120/70-ZR17
Tyres - Rear140/80 R17S190/50-ZR17
Wheels - Front1.85 x 21 cross spoke-
Wheels - Rear2.5 x 17 cross spoke-

Verdict

Too close to call

The 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro and the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR are evenly matched across the key measurable criteria. Your decision comes down to personal preference, riding style, and which brand's dealer network best suits your location.

Key Differences

2007 BMW HP2 Enduro - Advantages

  • More rear wheel travel: 250 mm vs 137 mm - absorbs bigger hits and rough terrain better.
  • More front wheel travel: 270 mm vs 119 mm - greater compliance over rough surfaces.

2008 Honda CBR1000RR - Advantages

  • Lower seat height: 820 mm vs 920 mm - accessible to a wider range of rider heights.
  • Dual front discs: Greater stopping power and better heat management under hard braking.

2007 BMW HP2 Enduro vs 2008 Honda CBR1000RR - FAQs

What are the engine differences between the 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro and 2008 Honda CBR1000RR?
The 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro uses Four stroke, two cylinder horizontally opposed Boxer air/oil-cooled, 4 Valves per cylinder, while the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR is powered by In-line four.
Which bike is better for shorter riders, the 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro or the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR?
The 2008 Honda CBR1000RR has the lower seat at 820 mm, making it more accessible. The 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro sits higher at 920 mm. A seat height below 800 mm suits most riders; above 820 mm shorter riders may need to tiptoe.
Which should I buy, the 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro or the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR?
Both are strong choices. The 2007 BMW HP2 Enduro has the edge in higher rear wheel travel and higher front wheel travel, while the 2008 Honda CBR1000RR stands out for lower seat height and dual front discs. Visit dealers, arrange test rides, and factor in local parts and service costs - these often matter as much as the spec sheet.