2023 Honda CBR1000RR Specifications

Name: 2023 Honda CBR1000RR
Brand: Honda

Sport • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2023 Honda CBR1000RR Overview

Honda CBR1000RR is a sport motorcycle, displacing 998 cc. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 13.0:1. Bore and stroke come in at 76 x 55.1 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 104 Nm @ 8250 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2023 CBR1000RR tips the scales at 196 kg, carries a 16.30-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 833 mm and spans a 1405 mm wheelbase. The full 2023 Honda CBR1000RR spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2023 Honda CBR1000RR compared with other bikes in the Sport category

We checked the recorded figures for the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR against up to 2003 bikes in the Sport category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.

Only 192 of the other 1606 bikes in the Sport category have a taller seat height than the 833 mm of the CBR1000RR.
With 998 cc, the CBR1000RR has the joint 487th largest engine displacement of 2003 bikes in the Sport category, 41% above the category average of 707 cc.
Torque of 104 Nm is higher than that of 1092 of the other 1572 bikes in the Sport category.
Narrowing the field to the 453 models within five model years of it, the seat height of 833 mm is taller than that of 346 of the other 452.

Versus the 2021 model

Compared with the 2021 model, wet weight rose from 194.1 kg to 196 kg (+1.9 kg) and seat height was raised from 820 mm to 833 mm (+13 mm). Peak torque and displacement are unchanged.

2023 CBR1000RR - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the double disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.
ABS fitted: ABS comes fitted from the factory - one less thing to worry about in a sudden stop on a slippery surface.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 833 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

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the CBR1000RR 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 Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the CBR1000RR 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 double disc with floating discs, four-piston calipers, Radially mounted and Optional ABS - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The CBR1000RR's suspension runs 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability at the front. The rear uses Unit Pro-Link® HMAS™ single shock with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The CBR1000RR 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 Steel mono backbone, the CBR1000RR's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

CBR1000RR - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2023 Honda CBR1000RR with its 998 cc sport, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, drivetrain wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. This model runs chain final drive, so check chain slack and sprocket tooth profile specifically - a worn sprocket is a cheaper fix now than after it's chewed up the next chain. Now 3 years old, this sport is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy CBR1000RR should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects the CBR1000RR's 998 cc in-line four, four-stroke like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). The sump holds 3.30 litres, so budget for that volume of quality motorcycle-specific engine oil. With a 13.0:1 compression ratio, running the octane grade specified in the manual matters more than on a lower-compression engine. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the CBR1000RR 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 CBR1000RR 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.

2023 Honda CBR1000RR - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR have?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 998 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR weigh?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR weighs 196 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much torque does the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR produce?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR produces 104 Nm @ 8250 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR has a 16.30-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 271-326 km between stops.

Is the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR suitable for shorter riders?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR has a seat height of 833 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 2023 Honda CBR1000RR have?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR uses double disc with floating discs, four-piston calipers, Radially mounted and Optional ABS at the front and single disc with single-piston caliper and Optional ABS at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR use?

The front tyre size on the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR is 120/70-ZR17.

How much oil does the 2023 Honda CBR1000RR take?

The 2023 Honda CBR1000RR takes 3.30 litres of engine oil at a full oil and filter change. Always verify against the dipstick or sight glass after filling.

Honda CBR1000RR Spec Evolution

The Honda CBR1000RR was produced across 14 model years (2004-2023). 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	2004	2005	2008	2010	2011	2012	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2021	2023
Wet Weight	-	-	-	199.1 kg / 439.0 lbs	199.1 kg / 439.0 lbs	200.0 kg / 441.0 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	200.0 kg / 440.9 lbs	194.1 kg / 428.0 lbs	196.0 kg / 432.0 lbs
Dry Weight	-	179.6 kg / 396.0 lbs	-	320 kg / 705.5 lbs	320 kg / 705.5 lbs	320 kg / 705.5 lbs	320 kg / 705.5 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Type	In-line four	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
Seat Height	826 mm / 32.5 in.	826 mm / 32.5 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	818 mm / 32.2 in.	818 mm / 32.2 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in.	833 mm / 32.8 in.
Fuel Capacity	18.16 litres / 4.80 gallons	18.16 litres / 4.80 gallons	17.78 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.78 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 gallons	17.79 litres / 4.70 US gallons	16.30 litres / 4.31 US gallons	16.30 litres / 4.31 US gallons
CO2	-	-	-	147.3 CO	147.6 CO	-	133.2 CO	133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	133.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)	143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Bore x Stroke (mm)	75.0 x 56.5 mm	75.0 x 56.5 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm	76.0 x 55.0 mm	76.0 x 55.0 mm	76.0 x 55.1 mm
Comments	-	-	-	-	-	French brand.	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR	Model ID: CBR1000RR. Small windscreen.	Model ID: CBR1000RR. ABS model id: CBR1000RA. Small windscreen.

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

Not recorded

Torque

104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 8250 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not recorded

Weight

196.0 kg / 432.0 lbs

Fuel Capacity

16.30 litres / 4.31 US gallons

Full 2023 Honda CBR1000RR Specifications

Comments Model ID: CBR1000RR. ABS model id: CBR1000RA. Small windscreen.

Colours Grand Prix Red

Warranty 12 months unlimited mileage

Ground Clearance (in.) 5.3 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 135 mm

Seat Height 833 mm / 32.8 in.

Wheelbase 1405 mm / 55.3 in.

Height 1095 mm / 43.1 in.

Length 2121 mm / 83.5 in.

Width 790 mm / 31.1 in.

Oil Capacity (l) 3.30 litres

Oil Capacity (Quarts) 3.49 US quarts

Fuel Capacity 16.30 litres / 4.31 US gallons

Wet Weight 196.0 kg / 432.0 lbs

Max Torque 104.0 Nm (10.6 kgf-m or 76.7 ft.lbs) @ 8250 Revolutions

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.0 x 2.2 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 76.0 x 55.1 mm

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Displacement (cc) 998.0 cc

Displacement (ci) 60.90 cubic inches

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

CO2 143.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)

Fuel System Injection. Programmed Dual Stage Fuel Injection (PGM-DSFI) with 48mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectors

Compression Ratio 13.0:1

Fuel Consumption 6.19 litres/100 km (16.2 km/l or 38.00 mpg)

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Clutch Wet multiplate

Final Drive Chain (final drive)

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive #530 Chain; 16T/43T

Frame Type Steel mono backbone

Suspension - Front 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability

Suspension - Rear Unit Pro-Link® HMAS™ single shock with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability

Rake 23.3°

Trail 97 mm / 3.8 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 119 mm / 4.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 137 mm / 5.4 in.

Lighting system LED headlight

Brakes - Front Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Optional ABS.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. Single-piston caliper. Optional ABS.

Rims Cast aluminium

Tyres - Front 120/70-ZR17

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