2013 Honda Motorcycles CBR1000RR

KEY FACTS This Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Repsol is a thrilling Japanese superbike, combining the model's acclaimed handling and formidable performance with the distinctive racing-inspired livery associated with Honda's MotoGP success. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 998cc inline-four, delivering power to the rear wheel via a six-speed manual transmission. First registered in July 2013, this example has been with the seller, the celebrated motoring journalist and presenter, James May, for seven years. The odometer shows just 5,844 miles from new. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This CBR1000RR Fireblade is finished in the distinctive orange and black Repsol racing-inspired livery, incorporating red and white detailing, with prominent Honda and Repsol branding. Equipment includes full aerodynamic fairings, a sculpted fuel tank, a compact tail section, Tokico brakes, adjustable Showa front forks, a rear monoshock, an aluminium rear swingarm, an LCD instrument display, and a stepped two-person seat and a pillion footrest arrangement. Paddock-stand bobbins are fitted to facilitate rear-wheel maintenance and storage. It is accompanied by its service book, owner's handbook and the V5C. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the orange colouring has faded slightly but uniformly. MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview. SERVICE HISTORY The bike was most recently serviced in July 2019 at 5,550 miles by Read’s Motorcycles, when a fluid and filter change was carried out. Another service was carried out in July 2017 at 2,672 miles, when the engine oil and filter were changed, and new tyres were fitted. The seller states that they have carried out some minor maintenance during their ownership. The seller states that the motorcycle has always been dry stored in their ownership. SUMMARY This Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade Repsol is a distinctive example of Honda's celebrated litre-class