2011 Honda CB 1000R Specifications

Name: 2011 Honda CB 1000R
Brand: Honda

Naked bike • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2011 Honda CB 1000R Overview

Honda CB 1000R is a naked bike motorcycle, displacing 998 cc. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running DOHC valve actuation, a compression ratio of 11.2:1. On the performance side, it delivers 123.4 hp @ 10000 rpm of peak power and 100 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. Top speed is factory-quoted at 228.6 km/h. On the road, the 2011 CB 1000R tips the scales at 217 kg, carries a 17-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 828 mm and spans a 1445 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 8.5 kg heavier than the average naked bike motorcycle in our database. The full 2011 Honda CB 1000R spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2011 CB 1000R - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Strong power output: With 123.4 hp @ 10000 rpm and 100 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque on tap, the CB 1000R is no slouch for its class.
Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 828 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Cooling system servicing

CB 1000R's Liquid cooled setup is low-maintenance provided the coolant interval is kept - old, acidic coolant is the main cause of long-term corrosion in the water passages.

Fuelling & injector care

The PGM-F1 Electronic fuel injection36mm throttle bodies on the CB 1000R needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With DOHC valve gear, the CB 1000R needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from 2x 310mm discs 3 piston calipers - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The CB 1000R's suspension runs 43mm Inverted HMAS cartridge type telescopic forks, with stepless reload, compression and rebound adjustable at the front. The rear uses Monoshock with gas charged HMAS damper rebound adjustable. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The CB 1000R uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Mono-back born coast aluminous, the CB 1000R's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

CB 1000R - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2011 Honda CB 1000R, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy CB 1000R should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a CB 1000R's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the CB 1000R needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used CB 1000R since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2011 Honda CB 1000R - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R have?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 998 cc of displacement. It is liquid cooled.

What is the top speed of the 2011 Honda CB 1000R?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R has a factory-quoted top speed of 228.6 km/h. Real-world speeds vary depending on rider weight, conditions and state of tune.

How much does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R weigh?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R weighs 217 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R make?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R produces 123.4 hp @ 10000 rpm of power and 100 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque. These are peak figures.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2011 Honda CB 1000R?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R has a 17-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 283-340 km between stops.

Is the 2011 Honda CB 1000R suitable for shorter riders?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R has a seat height of 828 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R have?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R uses 2x 310mm discs 3 piston calipers at the front and Single 256mm disc 2 piston caliper at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R use?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R runs 120/70 ZR17 front and 180/50 ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

What gearbox does the 2011 Honda CB 1000R have?

The 2011 Honda CB 1000R is fitted with a 6 Speed transmission.

Honda CB 1000R Spec Evolution

The Honda CB 1000R was produced across 16 model years (2008-2023). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Max Power	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm	143.5 hp / 107kW @ 10500rpm	143.5 hp / 107kW @ 10500rpm	143.5 hp / 107kW @ 10500rpm	-	143.5 hp / 107kW @ 10500rpm	-
Wet Weight	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	220 kg / 485 lbs	220 kg / 485 lbs	220 kg / 485 lbs	220 kg / 485 lbs	212 kg / 467.3 lbs	212 kg / 467.3 lbs	212 kg / 467.3 lbs	211.0 kg / 465.2 lbs	212 kg / 467.3 lbs	213.0 kg / 469.6 lbs
Dry Weight	213 kg / 469.6 lbs	217 kg / 478.4 lbs	-	220 kg / 485.0 lbs	320 kg / 705.5 lbs	-	83 kg / 183.0 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	-	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder	-
Engine Type	In-line four	In-line four	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke
Seat Height	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	828 mm / 32.6 in	830 mm / 32.6 in	830 mm / 32.6 in	830 mm / 32.6 in	830 mm / 32.7 in.	830 mm / 32.6 in	830 mm / 32.7 in.
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal	16.2 Litres / 4.2 US gal	16.2 Litres / 4.2 US gal	16.2 Litres / 4.2 US gal	16.30 litres / 4.31 US gallons	16.2 Litres / 4.2 US gal	16.20 litres / 4.28 US gallons
CO2	-	-	-	-	147.6 CO	147.6 CO	147.6 CO	147.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	147.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	147.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	147.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	147.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	139.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	139.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	139.7 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	137.3 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm

Torque

100 Nm / 73.8 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm

Top Speed

228.6 km/h / 142.0 mph

Weight

217 kg / 478.4 lbs

Fuel Capacity

17 Litres / 4.5 US gal

Full 2011 Honda CB 1000R Specifications

Year 2011

Colours Pearl Black

Make Model Honda CB 1000R

Ground Clearance (mm) 127 mm

Ground Clearance (in.) 5.0 inches

Seat Height 828 mm / 32.6 in

Wheelbase 1445 mm / 56.8 in

Ground Clearance 130 mm / 5.1 in

Width 1,016 mm / 40.0 in.

Dry Weight 220 kg / 485.0 lbs

Fuel Capacity 17 Litres / 4.5 US gal

Wet Weight 217 kg / 478.4 lbs

Mods from previous model Also called USHighland 507 ATX QuadRacer.

Top Speed 228.6 km/h / 142.0 mph

Max Power 123.4 hp / 92 kW @ 10000 rpm

Max Torque 100 Nm / 73.8 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm

Standing Start ¼ Mile 11.3 sec

Fuel Control DOHC

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Displacement 998 cc / 60.9 cu-in

Engine Detail Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.

Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI Fuel injection with automatic enrichment circuit and 36mm throttle bodies

Bore x Stroke 75 x 56.5 mm

Compression Ratio 11.2:1

Cooling System Liquid cooled

Emissions Meets current EPA standards. Models sold in California meet current CARB standards and may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.

Fuel Consumption 18.3 km/lit

Fuel Induction PGM-F1 Electronic fuel injection36mm throttle bodies

Ignition Computer controlled digital transistorized

Lubrication Wet sump

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Battery Capacity 12V/8.6AH

Clutch Wet, multiplate with coil springs.

Final Drive #530 O-ring sealed chain

Gear Ratios 1: 2.538 (33/13) / - 2: 1.941 (33/17) / - 3: 1.579 (30/19) / - 4: 1.363 (30/22) / - 5: 1.217 (28/23) / - 6: 1.115 (29/26)

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive #530 0-ring chain

Transmission / Drive 6 Speed

Frame Type Mono-back born coast aluminous

Suspension - Front 43mm Inverted HMAS cartridge type telescopic forks, with stepless reload, compression and rebound adjustable

Suspension - Rear Monoshock with gas charged HMAS damper rebound adjustable

Rake 25.0°

Trail 99.0mm / 3.9 in

Wheel Travel - Front 120 mm / 4.7 in

Wheel Travel - Rear 128 mm / 5.0 in

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.2 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 310 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 10.1 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 256 mm

Brakes - Front 2x 310mm discs 3 piston calipers

Brakes - Rear Single 256mm disc 2 piston caliper

Tyres - Front 120/70 ZR17

Tyres - Rear 180/50 ZR17

Wheels - Front Hollow-section 4-spoke cast aluminium

Wheels - Rear U-section 4-spoke cast aluminium

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.