BMW M 1000 RR vs 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- BMW M 1000 RR 83 cm Lowest seat here
- 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition 83 cm Lowest seat here
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 212 hp (BMW M 1000 RR) up to 214 hp (2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition).
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 200 kg (2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition) to 214 kg (BMW M 1000 RR).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | BMW M 1000 RR | Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | HONDA |
| Model | BMW M 1000 RR | Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition |
| Engine size | 1000cc | 1000cc |
| Power | 212hp | 214hp |
| Torque | 113nm. | 113nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 214kg | 200kg |
| Front brake | M Twin disc brake, diameter 320 mm, 4-piston fixed caliper | 330mm disc with radial-mount Brembo Stylema R 4-piston caliper |
| Rear brake | M Single disc brake, diameter 220 mm, 2-piston fixed caliper | 220mm disc with Brembo 2-Piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 83cm | 83cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 200/55 ZR17 | 200/55-ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable | Ohlins NPX S-EC3.0 43mm telescopic fork with preload, compression and rebound adjustments, 125mm stroke. |
| Rear suspension | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload | PIRE:DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP (V3) BS：RS11 |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 324km/h | 345km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 16.5 L – 7.5 L/100km | 16.5 L – 6.7 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $32995 | $26749 |
| Brand price lists | View BMW price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -M Chassis Kit; Rear height adjustment & Swingarm pivot, Windshield high, BMW Motorrad ABS and ABS Pro -7 riding modes (Rain, Road, Dynamic, Race, Race Pro 1-3), Pit-Lane-Limiter -Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) +/- Shift, Hill Start Control (HSC) Pro, Dynamic Brake Control -Gearshift Assist Pro, Ready for reverse gear shift pattern, 6.5" TFT-Display with Connectivity -LED Headlight, Rear light and Indicators, Heated Grips, Cruise Control, M Lightweight Battery -M GPS Laptrigger software, M Carbon Wheels |
Headlights : LED 12v Socket : Optional (USB) Ignition System : Electronic, digital transistor Instruments : TFT Full Color Tail Light : LED USB Socket : Optional Security: Smart Key |
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2023 BMW M 1000 RR vs 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition: listed specifications
The 2023 BMW M 1000 RR and 2024 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition has the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
M 1000 RR and CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition have very similar engine displacement (1000 cc vs 1000 cc).
Peak power
M 1000 RR and CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition have very similar peak power (212 hp vs 214 hp).
Torque
M 1000 RR and CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition have very similar listed torque (113 Nm vs 113 Nm).
Listed top speed
CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition has a modest listed top-speed advantage (345 km/h vs 324 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition has a modest listed weight advantage (200 kg vs 214 kg). M 1000 RR and CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition have very similar seat heights (83 cm vs 83 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in listed top speed and weight, while displacement, peak power, torque and seat height remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of BMW M 1000 RR vs Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition?
Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition is listed at 345 km/h (214 mph) vs 324 km/h (201 mph) for BMW M 1000 RR.
Which has more horsepower, BMW M 1000 RR or Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition?
Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition has 214 hp compared with 212 hp on the BMW M 1000 RR.
Which is lighter, BMW M 1000 RR or Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition?
Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition is lighter at 200 kg vs 214 kg for BMW M 1000 RR.
Which is better, BMW M 1000 RR or Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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