Honda’s new CBR1000RR will be presented for 2009 with only one, but substantial, novelty - the introduction of the integrated sports braking system ABS-CBS, which will be available as an optional.

The brake system has been introduced on the CBR600RR as well, guaranteeing greater braking performance and safety. The Honda CBR1000RR will be the motorcycle to beat in this category, in terms of technology, versatility and performance.

The ABS combined system is available in Pearl Sunbeam White/Repsol replica, and includes an independent smaller motor, while at the rear of the bike the ECU electronic system is held. The model with electronic ABS has the added touch of racing colour calipers in Sherry Topaz Brown Metallic.

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Born from the idea of a Roman designer and drive of Italian managers, this could be the most exciting bike Honda has made in recent years. It’s street fighter at the top of its category, it’s dynamic, powerful, and easy to handle - riding pleasure like no other.

Soon, for motorcycles of this kind, it will be compulsory to write on the tank the caution: “use with care at regular intervals - overdosing could cause dipendency and addiction”. Perhaps they could put it next to the label “use only unleaded fuel”. This bike is imaginary and original like a Bimota Delirio, aggressive like a Brutale but sweet, ergonomic and well made just like a Honda.

The new CB1000R (official details here and pics here) shows that the Tokyo company is shaking off its conservatism and indulging in modern, couragious and exciting projects. This is a powerful bike, lovely to see and nasty such that it seems wasted on “correct” road use - but we’ll still indulge in the riding pleasure.

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