2012 Honda CBR600RR C-ABS Specs, and Review

2012 Honda CBR600RR C-ABS

When something performs ahead of the rest, and gets credit for winning more AMA and World Supersport Championships than any other middleweight sportbike, why change things?

This seems to be the thinking behind the engineers of the CBR600 RR, a sportbike that hasn't changed since its last major revision in 2009, which was also the first year the Combined ABS braking system was offered (C-ABS).

The 2012 Honda CBR600RR C-ABS melds a light and compact chassis with impeccable power delivery to create a balanced combination that remains a favorite among sport riders. In racing, no other 600cc machine has won more AMA and World Supersport championships than Honda's CBR600. Also available with Honda's unique Combined ABS for the pinnacle of sportbike braking performance, the CBR600RR C-ABS continues to lead the way in the middleweight class.

The colored of this bike is only available in black for C-ABS. This C-ABS is a true "brake-by-wire" design, which means that they are electronically controlled. Unlike conventional ABS, where the feel at the lever is soft due to hydraulic pressure, the 2012 Honda CBR600RR C-ABS offers a more responsive brake-lever feel.

2012 Honda CBR600RR C-ABS   Specifications
USA MSRP Price - $12,540 (C-ABS model) USD

• Model: CBR600RR C-ABS
• Engine Type: 599cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder
• Bore and Stroke: 67mm x 42.5mm
• Compression ratio: 12.2:1
• Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinder
• Induction: Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) with 40mm throttle bodies, Denso 12-hole injectors
• Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3-D mapping
• Transmission: Close-ratio six-speed
• Final Drive: #525 O-ring chain

Suspension

• Front: 41mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 4.3 inches travel
• Rear: Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability; 5.1 inches travel

Brakes

• Front: Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with 310mm discs
• Rear: Single 220mm disc; 
• Honda Combined ABS

Tires

• Front: 120/70ZR-17 radial
• Rear: 180/55ZR-17 radial
• Wheelbase: 53.9 inches
• Rake: 23.5°
• Trail: 97.7mm (3.9 inches)
• Seat Height: 32.3 inches
• Fuel Capacity: 4.8 gallons, including 0.9-gallon reserve
• Estimated Fuel Economy: 40 mpg

Colors:

• CBR600RR C-ABS: Black
• Curb Weight*: 434 pounds (CBR600RR C-ABS)

*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel-ready to ride.

Honda's fuel economy estimates are based on EPA exhaust emission measurement test procedures and are intended for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you ride, how you maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, installation of accessories, cargo, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.

Meets current EPA standards.

Models sold in California meet current CARB standardsand may differ slightly due to emissions equipment.

Source : ultimatemotorcycling