Honda’s CBR600 or CBR600RR series motorcycles are with doubt stunning. The CBR600 series have great lines and awesome performance. Originally conceived to directly compete with Suzuki’s GSX-R600 and Yamaha’s R1 the CBR600 series delivers as promised, a civilian version of a RC51. Consequently it’s not hard to fall in love with the 2008 CBR600RR by simply looking at it.
Originally the CBR600 and CBR600RR series included a combination paintjob of black and red. Today, paintjobs such as Pearl Orange/Black and Metallic Silver are popular variations offered by the manufacturer.
Test Drive
I am a huge fan of the CBR600RR and thus I spent most of the day waiting in anticipation for the test drive. Immediately as the 2008 CBR600RR came into view the adrenaline started pumping. Initially, focusing on the CBR600’s awesome lines my attention was drawn to the bikes MotoGP inspired technology.
The real selling point of the CBR600 series is the Dual Stage Fuel Injection System (PGM-DSFI) featuring two injectors per cylinder. The system results in excellent throttle response and powerful motor (including power-band). The CBR600 shift well through all six gears with plenty of power throughout the RPM range. Personally the best experience occurs at 13500rpm, where the motor produces the largest amount of torque. Between 3,000 and 10,000rpm, the 599cc engine is more tame. Overall the power peaked out at 15,000rpm close to CBR600’s redline.
The bike’s exclusive Unit Pro-Link Rear Suspension and Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) ensure you will quickly become confident in the bike abilities.
The CBR600RR weighs 410 lbs including fluids and a full fuel tank. The front brakes feature a pair of 310mm discs and four-piston radial-mount Tokico calipers actuated by the new vertical-piston radial-mount master cylinder. In the rear, a single-piston caliper and 220mm disc keeps things on the level. Additionally the model provides an increased road experience as it has been designed to minimize stress on the shoulders and back.
Recently, Honda unveiled the limited-edition replica of its CBR600RR Hanspree race bike at the Paris Show. The 2008 Honda Hanspree motorcycle is available in pearl sunbeam white with graphite black and silver metallic racing colors. The 2008 CBR600 Hanspree edition is currently available in the United Kingdom. U.S. customers please comment. Overall the CBR600RR replica appears to be a stock CBR600RR with a sticker package. Overall the bike looks extremely sharp.
We figured you might want to checkout a video of the new Hanspree CBR600.
