Supersport471cc parallel-twin
CBR500R
The way in. A 471cc parallel-twin with smooth, predictable power and real supersport styling — light, forgiving and built to grow your skill.
Honda Supersport · CBR range · Since 1970
Built for passion and progression
We’ve spent decades around fast bikes — selling them, servicing them, and understanding what separates something that’s merely quick from something that’s genuinely built right. That’s exactly what Honda’s supersport range gives you. Every model has a purpose, from the approachable feel of the smaller-capacity bikes right through to the outright fury of the Fireblade — and you can feel that progression every time you ride.
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The Honda supersport range
From first supersport to track weapon
Four CBRs, one bloodline. Each has a clear job — pick the bike that matches your licence and your riding today, then keep climbing.
Supersport649cc inline-four
CBR650R
The all-rounder. A high-revving 649cc inline-four wrapped in true CBR bodywork — smooth on the commute, alive on a favourite road.
Supersport599cc inline-four
CBR600RR
The scalpel. A high-revving 599cc inline-four with MotoGP-derived electronics and winglets — a genuine race-bred middleweight for experienced riders.
SupersportFireblade · 1000cc inline-four
CBR1000RR-R SP
The pinnacle. HRC-developed, Öhlins Smart EC suspension, RC213V-derived chassis — the closest thing to a MotoGP bike you can register.
Rider progression
Find where you ride next
The supersport range is a ladder. Start where your licence and experience sit today — step up as your skill grows. Same DNA, four levels of intensity.
- Entry
CBR500R
- Rider
- New riders
- Best use
- Daily riding
- Ride feel
- Light, predictable
- Track
- Beginner track
LAMS approved - Balanced
CBR650R
- Rider
- Intermediate
- Best use
- All-round riding
- Ride feel
- Inline-four smooth
- Track
- Occasional track
LAMS (restricted) - Track
CBR600RR
- Rider
- Experienced
- Best use
- Track focused
- Ride feel
- High-revving
- Track
- Race ready
Full licence - Elite
CBR1000RR-R SP
- Rider
- Advanced
- Best use
- Track weapon
- Ride feel
- Extreme precision
- Track
- Elite level
Full licence
Learner-approved status is maintained on our Honda LAMS approved page, alongside the rest of the learner-legal line-up and what “restricted” means on a NSW licence.
Engineering
What makes it genuinely fast
Outright speed is the easy part. What separates a Honda supersport is how the engine, electronics, aerodynamics and chassis work as one to give you control.
Inline-four
The scream of an inline-four
From the 649cc middleweight to the litre-class Fireblade, Honda’s inline-fours are built to rev. Power arrives smooth and linear low down, then comes alive up top with the unmistakable four-cylinder wail that defines a real supersport. It’s a character you chase, not just a number on a spec sheet.
- Smooth off the bottom, ferocious up top
- The signature inline-four soundtrack
- Race-bred breathing and response
6-axis IMU · throttle-by-wire
MotoGP-derived electronics
On the RR and the Fireblade, a six-axis IMU reads pitch, roll and yaw thousands of times a second, feeding ABS and traction control. Throttle-by-wire and selectable riding modes let you dial the bike to the road, the track, or the weather — confidence you can actually feel.
- ABS and selectable traction control
- Selectable riding modes
- Stability tuned to lean angle
RC213V-derived aerodynamics
Winglets that earn their keep
Integrated winglets aren’t styling — they generate downforce that settles the front under hard acceleration and heavy braking, exactly like Honda’s MotoGP machine. The result is a bike that stays planted and precise where it matters most: on the way into and out of a corner.
- Downforce for front-end stability
- Straight off the RC213V program
- Composure under brakes and drive
Öhlins Smart EC · adjustable forks
A chassis you can trust at pace
The Fireblade SP runs Öhlins Smart EC electronic suspension that continuously adjusts under braking, acceleration and cornering. Across the range, adjustable inverted forks and stiff, feedback-rich frames put you in control — so the bike does what you ask, when you ask it.
- Öhlins Smart EC on the Fireblade SP
- Fully adjustable inverted front forks
- Rigid frame tuned for feedback
Built right, not just quick
Anyone can sell you a fast bike. We’ve spent decades learning what makes one handle properly, accelerate cleanly, and give you confidence when you’re really on it.
We see it with our own customers across Western Sydney and the Hawkesbury — riders who start on a CBR500R and grow, ride after ride, until they’re booking track days on a Fireblade. Wherever you are on that path, we’ll make sure the bike matches the rider.
Entry · 471cc parallel-twin
CBR500R — the way in
A versatile entry-level supersport that balances everyday usability with genuine sports performance. The 471cc parallel-twin delivers smooth, predictable power and strong mid-range torque — ideal for new riders or anyone stepping into the category.
A lightweight steel diamond-tube frame and compact dimensions give easy, confident handling through corners while staying comfortable enough to commute. Add a 5-inch TFT with Honda RoadSync, ABS and a responsive suspension setup, and it’s a supersport built to grow your skill.
- 471cc parallel-twin · smooth and predictable
- Light chassis · confidence through corners
- 5-inch TFT · Honda RoadSync · ABS
On a learner licence? The CBR500R is on our Honda LAMS approved page, which covers eligibility and the rest of the learner-legal line-up.
Balanced · 649cc inline-four
CBR650R — the all-rounder
A middleweight supersport that pairs aggressive CBR styling with a strong, refined 649cc inline-four. High-revving power and that unmistakable four-cylinder character make every ride engaging — smooth on the commute, alive on your favourite road.
A light steel frame and responsive suspension deliver confident handling and stability, while full LED lighting, a digital display, selectable traction control and ABS keep you in control. Aerodynamic bodywork inspired by Honda’s larger CBRs gives it a true supersport look with a slightly more upright, practical riding position.
- 649cc inline-four · the CBR soundtrack
- Selectable traction control · ABS · full LED
- Everyday practical, weekend capable
Track · Full licence · 599cc inline-four
CBR600RR — the scalpel
A true supersport machine developed with direct influence from Honda’s MotoGP program. The 599cc inline-four delivers smooth yet aggressive power that comes alive at high revs — genuine race-bred character in a compact, lightweight chassis.
Throttle-by-wire, selectable riding modes and a 6-axis IMU work together for precise, confident control, while fully adjustable inverted forks and aerodynamic winglets let you dial it in for road or track. Built for experienced riders chasing track days and fast road riding.
- 599cc high-revving inline-four
- 6-axis IMU · riding modes · throttle-by-wire
- Winglets · fully adjustable suspension
Elite · Fireblade SP · 1000cc inline-four
CBR1000RR-R SP Fireblade
The pinnacle of Honda’s supersport engineering, developed with direct input from the HRC MotoGP program. The 1000cc inline-four delivers extreme top-end performance with enhanced mid-range — built for riders who demand precision and outright speed.
Integrated winglets improve stability at speed while Öhlins Smart EC electronic suspension continuously adjusts under braking, acceleration and cornering. The RC213V-S derived chassis and swingarm deliver exceptional rigidity and feedback — total confidence at pace, and still road legal.
- 1000cc inline-four · HRC-developed
- Öhlins Smart EC · adaptive braking
- RC213V-S derived chassis · integrated winglets
Onboard · Fireblade SP
A lap with John McGuinness
What the numbers can’t tell you. A full onboard lap on the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP, from the seat.
Onboard · CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP with John McGuinness · Video: Copyright Honda Europe
Honda supersport · key numbers
Four bikes, one bloodline
Quick-glance comparison across the range. The highlighted rows are where the bikes genuinely pull apart.
| Specification | CBR500R | CBR650R | CBR600RR | CBR1000RR-R SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||||
| Configuration Steps up | Parallel-twin | Inline-four | Inline-four | Inline-four |
| Displacement Steps up | 471 cc | 649 cc | 599 cc | 1000 cc |
| Chassis & suspension | ||||
| Frame | Steel diamond-tube | Lightweight steel | Compact, lightweight | RC213V-S derived |
| Suspension Steps up | Responsive setup | Responsive setup | Inverted, fully adjustable | Öhlins Smart EC |
| Aerodynamics | — | Aerodynamic bodywork | Winglets | Integrated winglets |
| Electronics & licence | ||||
| Rider aids Steps up | ABS | Traction control · ABS | IMU · modes · throttle-by-wire | Adaptive braking · Smart EC |
| Display | 5-inch TFT · RoadSync | Digital display | — | — |
| Licence Steps up | LAMS approved | LAMS (restricted) | Full licence | Full licence |
Specifications, features and availability may vary and are subject to change without notice. Always confirm final specification with Honda or our team before ordering.
Honda Fireblade heritage
A superbike icon, evolved across three decades
The Fireblade story was never about chasing more power. It’s how Honda redefined the superbike by prioritising lower weight, sharper handling and rider confidence — from the 1992 CBR900RR to today’s Fireblade SP.
- Concept
Total Control
Honda’s Tadao Baba throws out the horsepower race and chases a different target: litre-class power in a 600-sized package. Light weight, sharp handling and rider confidence over raw numbers.
- 1990s
CBR900RR redefines the class
The 1992 FireBlade lands and rewrites the rules — big-bike performance with middleweight agility. Nothing else handles like it, and the superbike template shifts overnight.
- 2000s
Litre-class arrives
The 2004 CBR1000RR brings MotoGP thinking to the road — Unit Pro-Link rear suspension, a compact inline-four and an electronic steering damper. Faster, sharper, more focused.
- 2010s–25
Full HRC
The 2017 SP adds Öhlins Smart EC; the 2020 CBR1000RR-R Fireblade is developed hand-in-hand with HRC and the RC213V — winglets and MotoGP tech made road-legal.
Every generation improved the things that matter when you’re actually riding — weight balance, steering precision, braking stability, throttle connection and confidence at speed. That’s why the Fireblade still carries real authority today.
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Conveniently located in the Hawkesbury
Easy to reach from Windsor, Penrith, Blacktown and the surrounding Western Sydney suburbs. Onsite parking available. Come in and sit on the range back to back — the step from the 500 to the Fireblade is a lot clearer in person than it is in a table.
The supersport range at a glance
CBR models4
EntryCBR500R · 471cc parallel-twin
FlagshipCBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP
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