We totally forgot a sexy biker gallery for Christmas! So, in the hopes you’ll accept this as a belated Christmas gift from us here at TwoWheels, we’ve gone red in the spirit of the season, with Denise Milani and her CBR1000RR (also in red in case you were having trouble noticing). She’s a 28-year-old American model, originally born in the Czech Republic.

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The guys at MCN put the BMW S1000RR to the test, against the new 2010 Fireblade, the Kawasaki ZX-10R, the Suzuki GSX-R1000 and most importantly the Yamaha R1. If you’re a die-hard fan, you’d probably be more interested in an R1 vs S1000RR test, but this is a valid overall review.

There’s no Ducati or Aprilia in the test, so we take it that BMW is representing the European offering among the superbike sector (maybe the guys at MCN took the BMW S1000RR marketing campaign seriously). In some ways, despite the “first attempt” at a BMW sports bike, we’re not surprised by the offering from what is a premium brand.

It will be difficult for BMW to conquer some of the more dedicated fans of the Japanese superbikes, and will probably be taken up first by those who were waiting for another European superbike offering with a focus on sophistication at a premium price. The only controversy is that you’ll be turning the BMW electronics off, or buying one without, as it seems the S1000RR is almost too much the whole package for serious, experienced riders. See the video test from MCN after the jump.

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Seeing as Honda won’t be at the 2009 EICMA this year, here are all the videos from the Tokyo motor show with the new 2010 Honda models. After the jump, check out the models, including the VFR1200F, Honda scooters, the Shadow 750 Black Spirit and more. For a look at the ABS CBR1000RR and CBR600RR, see our Honda ABS post from yesterday.

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In these two videos we get a close-up look of the Honda combined ABS CBR1000RR and the CBR600RR versions for 2010. We can’t understand much from the captions in Japanese, but we’re happy for more close ups of the top-of-the-range sportsbikes.

The C-ABS contributes significantly to the changed riding feel of the Honda CBR1000RR and CBR600RR, with better deceleration and safer hard braking, especially in wet conditions. See our first post for more details on Honda’s ABS technology.

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The 2010 Honda Fireblade CBR1000RR gets some new colours and touch-ups next year, leading the pack for a number of releases Honda has made over the last couple of days. Building on last year’s addition of ABS brakes, the 2010 CBR1000RR gets some engine modifications for better power delivery, too.

Honda says:

How do you improve upon the machine rated best by one magazine after the other, a revolutionary literbike that’s the lightest, best handling, most compact and highest performing sportbike to be found? Last year we made the CBR1000RR available with our high-tech electronically controlled Combined ABS for the ultimate in sophisticated sportbike braking performance, and the new 2010 model adds engine changes that provide an even smoother power delivery.

New for 2010

* Increased-diameter flywheel for more inertia and improved performance.
* Redesigned license plate stay for easier removal on track days.
* New muffler cover for enhanced appearance.
* Exciting new colors: Pearl Orange/Light Metallic Silver and Red/Black. C-ABS model available in Black only.

Below you’ll find a gallery of the new Fireblade colours, plus the CBR1000RR technical specs for 2010. With the Yamaha R1 breathing down its neck, the Fireblade is still looking good for next year.

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Lorenzo Baroni from “Special” magazine has sent us some details from Qatar on the new CBR600RR and CBR1000RR 2009 versions from Honda, with the biggest news being the ABS integrated braking system developed for the top sports range bikes.

The Honda debuts ABS on the first series sports bike with some impressive results, such as rapid deceleration. The strong point in this system is the braking capacity in limited conditions such as wet or dirty roads, and breaking when leaning.

The classic problems of steering and rear blocking are avoided, without limits on the sports nature of the bike or its deceleration power. ABS is available on both models at a price of a little more than 1,000 euros.

Continue reading: Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade C-ABS test

After our news on Schumacher testing the Honda CBR1000RR from Team Ten Kate, we give you the video of him on the Fireblade 2008. Technically not bad, we think.

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Arrow has prepared a series of exhausts for the Honda CBR1000RR that should satisfy all tastes, from original collectors exhausts to a competition kit, developed for Team TenKate.

The Indy-Race terminals are a racing version available in titanium, alluminium and carbon, with header collectors in steel or carbon. Apart from a change in look for your bike, you should notice a reduction in weight of about 2.5 kg compared to the original exhaust system.

The exhaust can be mounted on the original collectors, using a special system, or on Arrow collectors. With only the one terminal, maximum power reaches about 162 hp, while with the complete kit, the increase can be up to 166hp, compared to the original 158hp of the model itself.

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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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Micron has announced the arrival of new GP-Sport silencers for the Honda CBR1000RR 2008. The MotoGP-style silencers were launched last year and in 2006 won the MCN best product awards - they’ve become famous for increasing performance and their innovative look.

The GP-Sport silencers for the CBR1000RR are part of a new line constructed with hydro-form technology which adapt it perfectly to the shape of the motorcycle. The new silencer substitutes the original and is exclusively produced by Micron, adapted to the Fireblase and available in three finishes: shiny steel, brushed silver and ceramic black.

The new Micron exhaust reduces weight by 2.6 kg, and increases power by 3.5hp to 7,500rpm, with an extra 2.7Nm of torque. The GP-Sport is BSAU1983/T3 approved for road use and reduces noise as per the original silencer.

Removing the silencer still adheres to norms regarding noise on the track, producing only 97dB at 5,500 revs. The brushed silver version is available at about 564 euros, while the black and steel versions can be purchased for 658 euros. More details are available on www.styl-moto.com.

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