The European press at the Paris introduction also saw this new Fireblade — the successor to CBR929RR. The new machine displaces 954cc and features many chassis and styling updates, as well.
The new machine has lost some weight. With a new, titanium muffler and other weight saving measures, it is a trim 168 kilograms (369.6 pounds) dry. With the higher-performance engine and lighter weight, the 954RR should be competitive with other bikes in its class, and, perhaps (pending the announcement of the new Yamaha R1) the lightest. Enjoy these European press photos while we gather more details for a future article.
