2011 Honda CB1000R First Ride Photo Gallery

For riders who want the thrill of speed without the back pain that comes along with it, the 2011 Honda CB1000R strikes a fine balance.

2011 Honda CB1000R Dyno Chart

The 2011 Honda CB1000R comes in a slick blacked-out paint scheme.

Dual radial-mounted, four-piston Nissin calipers gripping 310mm rotors exist up front on the 2011 Honda CB1000R.

The 2011 Honda CB1000R has a smaller bore and longer stroke (75mm x 56.5mm compared to 76mm x 55.1mm of the CBR1000RR).

A capable 1000cc Inline Four with improved bottom and mid-range torque make it ideal for tearing up the streets.

A close-ratio six-speed transmission and a 4-into-1 exhaust system adorns the '11 CB.

A single-sided swingarm allows the four-spoke rear wheel to remain completely visible on the right side.

The CB ran a quarter mile in 11.31 seconds at 122.4 mph.

2011 Honda CB1000R First Ride

The ergonomic setup of the bike is well thought out and doesn't put too much stress in the rider.

The 2011 Honda CB1000R reverts back to the single headlight design of the original CB1000.

Maybe too good for its own liking, the 2011 CB1000R lacks character as a result of its flawless design.

Capable of 108.58 horsepower at 9900 rpm and 64.3 lb-ft of torque at 7400 rpm, the CB1000R outperforms most sportbikes on the road.

The 2011 CB1000R features relatively high handlebars that make it less aggressive than some sport bikes.

2011 Honda CB1000R First Ride

The 2011 Honda CB1000R takes the middle road by providing sportbike
enthusiasts a comfortable riding position with turn-of-the-grip power.

Despite its high handebars, the CB still allows for quick steering with minimal counter-steering.