2008 Honda CBR® 1000RR

2008 Honda CBR® 1000RR pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport
MSRP
$11,599
Dealers
Warranty
12
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2004
Parent Company
Honda
Display Name
CBR(R) 1000RR
Year
2008
Make
Honda
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
76 / 2.99
Stroke (mm/in)
55.1 / 2.17
Displacement (cc/ci)
999 / 61
Compression Ratio
12.3:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Denso
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
46
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless
Tubeless
Front Wheel Width (in)
3.5
Rear Wheel Width (in)
6
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
50
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
190/50 ZR17
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.7 / 220
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.4 / 137.2
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Brand Name
Unit Pro Link(TM)
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Wheelbase (in/mm)
55.4 / 1407.2
Weight
Standard
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.7 / 17.8
Fuel Capacity Reserve (gal/l)
1.06 / 4
Performance
Standard
Seat Type
Two-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.3 / 820.4
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Fuel Tank Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
12 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
Low
Underseat Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
20 reviews
  • Amazing bike, even being 8 years old
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 27, 2016

    I have been racing and riding bikes ever since I can remember. I've ridden dozens of bikes in various situations, and when I first rode this CBR, I couldn't believe how fast I fell in love with it. The transmission is so incredibly smooth, and it handles to beatings I give it in traffic. I take it ...

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  • 5 star performer
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 16, 2011

    I own a 2008 cbr 1000RR, and I have NO problem " cutting up" any 1000 or Busa's (1/8 mile) These Honda's are te BEST KEPT SECRET !!! WoodsideRider

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  • Get on,hold on and haul ass
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 16, 2010

    I own a 08 1000rr and it will bust anything on the road.This bike is amzingly fast and uses no oil at 4600 miles,and everytime I ride it I give it hell.Dale North Carolina Rebel Road Racer!!!!

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  • My 2008 CBR1000rr
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 06, 2010

    i replaced my 2006 CBR1000rr (also a great bike) with the 2008 and was immediately smitten with its lightness, cool looks as i got one of limited all black ones, mis-range,agility, its like riding a 350 with 1000cc engine in it!

    i have since ditched the rear mudguard and number plate holder ...

    only issues with the bike is the paint work on the plastic tank cover it chips easy

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  • HP
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 26, 2009

    whats the stock horsepower at the rear wheel?????

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  • SWEEEEEETTTT
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 23, 2009

    I owned the 2004 CBR 600rr, loved it but felt after a few years it was under-powered and sold it in 2007. waited till this bike came out 13,500 otd? no thanks! waited till november 2009...$8,492.78 otd!!! the only thing that sucked was not riding for two years. I owned a TL1000r by suzuki, r600 ...

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  • 2008 CBR1000rr
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 24, 2009

    Still in break-in mode but even under 6k rpm the power is stupendous. I owned an 09 yamaha r6 and compared to this bike, I can' feel much difference in the handling. I read a bunch about this bike burning oil and i'm crossing my fingers that mine wont do the same. Couldn't resist the price I paid ...

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  • awsome bike
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 19, 2009

    this is my third bike and i ride daily its super fun, smooth, fast, and the power weelies in third on I95 are a thirll honda customer service was very helpful with all of my conserns and questions overall i feel that this model is one of the best bikes ive ever seen.

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  • Good bike but..
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 21, 2009

    My bike is burning oil like mad, about 0.8 Liter per 1000km so I cannot take a long trip without bottle of oil. This is madness. If I knew it would come into this, I would rather buy gsxr or r1. Better fix this issue in 2009 or no one will ever buy this bike. After all this is great bike.

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  • Best Bang For The Buck
    By  () on Jan 04, 2009

    I purchased the first 08 from a local shop and was thrilled from the start. My first 1000 weighs less that my previous 600. The thing steers better than a 600 as well! The balance of the machine is wonderful. Very very easy to change direction. The motor just rips. My only dissapointment came later ...

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  • Lightest, most nimble, and powerful bike!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 04, 2009

    Got my 600rr stolen, picked up the 1000rr. The weight difference is hardly noticeable. Easy to ride. Fun to ride! Kicks butt!

    And got a great deal too! Under MSRP OTD!

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  • bike of the year
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 28, 2008

    i have had my 08 cbr 1000rr for about a month now and i am crazy about it. the power is amazing. the ride is smooth and yes it handles better than any other 1000 on the road. a must buy ived injoyed every min.

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  • 2nd 2008 CBR1000RR
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Dec 12, 2008

    I bought my candy apple red and silver in July 08. I rode it about 3 mos. I put a yosh slip on on it, an undertail kit and a puig windscreen. Loved the bike. Then in october it was stolen. Having the choice to buy any other bike, I again chose the same 08 1000RR, same color and everything. ...

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  • Pure Smooth Fun
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 03, 2008
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  • Greatest bike ever! ! !
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 26, 2008

    this bikes great in every way its got the power , handling , n the balance. . . the best bike 4 years 2 come n it wil take somethin 2 beeet it. . .

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  • Definately puts the "fun in "fun factor"
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 07, 2008

    Comfort, power, speed and agility! This bike has it all. I am a guy that loves to travel and tour around. My last bike was a 2002 VFR 800 interceptor and I wasn't sure if I was doing the right thing by looking at purchasing a CBR1000 due to the fact that I heard so many comments about how uncomfortable ...

    Anyways, to ride it is to love it and I absolutely love this bike!

    I wanted to add more pictures but I keep getting an "object error" message when I try to upload them. Sorry!

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  • One Very Amazing sport bike.
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 06, 2008

    I have been riding for years not. About 12 years now. I have rode many motorcycles and owned yamaha's and honda's. This motorcycles out performs all of them put together. I would recommend this bike for anyone. It is blazing fast and corners better than any 600 i have ever ridden. Its so easy to ...

    any doupts.

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  • 2008 CBR 1000 is Awesome!!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 02, 2008

    This is a great bike. I have rode many Sport bikes but have only owned two. A Yamaha R6 and a the 08 CBR 1000.

    Let me start off by saying that I expected a huge difference in handling capability in the 1000 in relation to the 599cc R6 but I was totally wrong. The CBR handles even ...

    The CBR also handles high speeds much better than a 600. It picks up speed extremely fast and if you are not careful, you will break 150mph without any vibration felt in the gastank at all.

    The fun factor of the CBR is awesome. Rolling in first gear at about 35 or 40 mph the front wheel will come up with the quick turn of the wrist. It is very easy to power wheelie the CBR in 1st gear.

    It is an awesome bike and gets alot of attention and respect on the street!!

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  • Experienced racer/rider tells it like it is.
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 30, 2008

    This bike is so good that it will make you think you just got better. Honda finally built the bike they needed to build and as soon as it came out I took it for a test ride. Granted you can't discover much about a sport bike on a test ride but I was amazed at how small and light it felt. It behaved ...

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  • How can this be?!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 27, 2008

    Bought my silver and black in august. An awesome bike, easy to ride fast, yet fun and exiting.

    Love the looks and the feel, the best bike I've ever ridden.

    But there is a problem im having of the bike burning oil. At 3500 km it is around 250ml per 1000 km.

    ...

    Honda is sorting it out as a warranty issue, but it is a shame a company that big is so quite about a large number of new cbr's affected by this issue.

    I just hope they replase or fix it well cos I dont want any other bike.

    The buit quality and finish seems perfect, but the bikes burning oil which is a fundamental flaw of the engine. Therefore I give it a low score in Quality and reliablity.

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