The Honda CBR600RR is a racing replica sportbike inspired by Honda’s RC211V MotoGP motorcycle.
2003 – 2004 Honda CBR600RR
Introduced in 2003 as as a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder sportbike it quickly became popular with riders after it was selected by Motorcyclist magazine as “2003 Best Sportbike”. It remained virtually unchanged except for the addition of an oxygen sensor and bold new color schemes.
2005 – 2006 Honda CBR600RR
For 2005, the CBR600RR has a claimed dry weight of 9 lb less than the previous year. All with the weight savings the CBR600RR received major changes including a completely redesigned aluminum frame, swingarm, rear shock, adjustable inverted front forks and radial-mounted four-piston brake calipers. In addition to all new bodywork the engine was tweaked to improve midrange power. In 2006 the model was virtually unchanged except for bold new color schemes.
2007 – 2008 Honda CBR600RR
Honda introduced a completely reworked CBR600RR for 2007 ending up with a sportbike that weighs 20 lb less when compared to the dry weight of the previous year model. It sports a new, smaller, lighter and more powerful engine weighing 4.4 lb less than the 2006 model. The new frame is lighter, stronger and more compact than the 2006 CBR600RR. A shorter wheelbase of 0.87 in produced more responsive handling. New for 2007 were three-spoke cast aluminum wheels, dual radial-mount four-piston calipers and twin 310 mm discs at the front, a single-piston caliper and a 220 mm disc in the rear. The bike also included the Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) system, which was also available on the larger CBR1000RR. Bold new graphics were the only changes made for the 2008 CBR600RR.
2009 – 2012 Honda CBR600RR
Along with bold new color schemes, Honda makes its Combined Anti-lock Brake System available as an option on 2009 CBR600RR models. Minor engine changes to the pistons, cylinder head and exhaust are claimed to increase torque at mid-level RPMs. The CBR600RR’s engine receives a new high resistance valve lifter and a popup valve system inherited from the larger Honda CBR1000RR. Fairings were modified to enhanced stability and reduce noise levels. For 2010, 2011 and 2012 model years, the CBR600RR remains unchanged except for bold new color schemes.
2013 Honda CBR600RR
Trick looking 12-spoke wheels, revised ECU settings, and a fine-tuned ram-air system designed to increase torque are new for 2013. The CBR600RR also gets a large piston fork and new rear shock. Three color schemes are offered with only the red color available with Honda’s C-ABS.
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