The bike also has an integrated chin spoiler in the nose that reduces aerodynamic lift to improve handling. For 2012, the CBR1000RR also boasts even better handling courtesy of a patented Balance Free Rear Shock, Big Piston Fork, and new wheels. This set-up incorporates a unique double-tube design featuring a damper case, to be more responsive plus cylinder internal damping and smoother damping action.
Honda's 2012 Honda CBR1000RR is the essential super bike-the perfect balance of power and handling designed to work together as one complete the package. CBR900RR set the bar for a liter bike performance when it was introduced 20 years ago; in 2012 set the bar even higher new CBR1000RR. For 2012, the CBR1000RR offers better handling, new wheels, Big Fork and Shock Piston. news when it comes to the new 2012 Honda CBR1000RR. The CBR1000RR is already the essential Super bike, offering the perfect combination of integrated of power, handling, and overall balance the street and the track. The CBR900RR not only delivered big-time power in a middleweight-sized package that birth exemplary handling, provide a level now not known of overall balance that gave the immediately feel the rider, motorcycle connected.
Changes to the "CBR1000RR for 2012 focus" on sharpening what is arguably the most critical component in a motorcycle designed for sporting use: performance chassis. Capable of significantly expand the CBR1000RR's handling prowess and enhance its braking and traction characteristics. All in all, these changes make the rider/machine interface smoother and more riders friendly.
The main objectives in the further development of the CBR1000RR's suspension setup included: smooth action suspension, the rider feels better, increased grip and traction. achieve these objectives, the rear suspension system 2012 CBR1000RR still features a single shock is recognized Honda Unit Pro-Link configuration, is now introducing the first free balance Rear Shock on the progress of a motorcycle, developed by world leading specialists Showa suspension which has patent protection pending.
In place of the conventional single-tube shock configuration, the Balance-Free Rear Shock design incorporates a double-tube design featuring a damper case plus internal cylinder. In conventional rear shocks damping force is generated in two places, the main and sub damping valve. Free Balance Shock Rear, front suspension system features an inverted 43mm telescopic fork incorporating Showa's Big Piston Fork technology. The result is more precise action during the initial stroke and smoother damping action, which the rider perceives as improved handling, enhanced front-end feedback and a more solid feel during hard braking.
As before, CBR1000RR owners can also opt for Honda's advanced electronically controlled Combined ABS braking system, which offers the confidence of antilock braking while remaining so unobtrusive that it satisfies even the most committed sport riders. - Unit Pro-Link rear suspension features a new, patented Balance-Free Rear Shock from Showa that incorporates a unique double-tube design featuring a damper case plus an internal cylinder for more responsive damping and a smoother, better-controlled damping action.
The new 43mm fork incorporates Showa's latest Big Piston Fork technology with a larger damping volume to effectively reduce the hydraulic pressure generated as the fork legs compress and extend. An integrated chin spoiler in the nose also reduces aerodynamic lift to improve handling.
Revisions to the optional electronic Combined ABS create a new bias toward sporting/track riding conditions during rear brake application. The CBR1000RR features new suspension front and rear. The CBR1000RR’s new, full-screen LCD instrumentation includes timer, trip and fuel consumption computer, five level customizable shift indicator, gear-position indicator and peak rpm memory function.
The CBR1000RR is a perfect example of typical Honda industry-leading innovation. Riding modes, traction control and ABS are now found–standard or optionally–on many liter-class sport bikes. Up front, the CBR sports Showa’s 43mm male-slider Big Piston Fork, which uses a larger damper volume to reduce hydraulic pressure and deliver smoother damping. Out back, Showa’s new, patented Balance-Free Rear Shock uses a double-tube design with a piston cylinder inside the damper tube. Honda claims damping is more responsive and consistent, especially as the shock transitions from compression to rebound, for better rear wheel traction. The 2011 CBR, despite its high power-to-weight ratio, is remarkably easy to ride, with linear throttle response, strong brakes and humane ergonomics. A couple of sessions aboard ABS models provided an added layer of safety with minimal intrusion.