1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane

1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane

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Honda released the 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane in 1987 with a 998cc DOHC inline-4 powerplant making 135hp — a definitive sport bike.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC inline-4
Displacement
998 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
135 hp @ 10000 rpm
Torque
100.0 Nm
Compression
—
Bore × Stroke
77.0 × 53.6 mm
Cooling
Water-cooled
Fuel System
4x Keihin carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Steel perimeter frame
Front Suspension
Cartridge fork
Rear Suspension
Pro-Link monoshock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
—
Rear Tyre
—
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain

Performance

Top Speed
250 km/h (155 mph)
¼ Mile
—

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
235 kg (518 lbs)
Wet Weight
258 kg (569 lbs)
Seat Height
800 mm
Wheelbase
1490 mm
Ground Clearance
—
Fuel Capacity
22.0 L

History & Story

When Honda unveiled the 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane in 1987, it signaled the company's commitment to the sport bike segment. Built in Japan, this sport bike embodied the spirit of 1980s motorcycling.

The 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane is motivated by a 998cc DOHC inline-4 four-cylinder unit delivering 135hp at 10000 rpm. Breathing through 4x Keihin carburetors and kept cool by water-cooled, the engine drives through a 6-speed transmission with chain final drive.

Weighing 235 kg (518 lbs) dry, the 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane uses a steel perimeter frame frame, cartridge fork front suspension, and pro-link monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane achieves a claimed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 800 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Known Issues

  • Carb synchronization needed regularly
  • Charging system can be weak on early models
  • Rubber intake boots deteriorate with age

Fun Facts

  • With 135hp, the 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane was considered extremely powerful when launched
  • The 1987 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane's top speed of 250 km/h made it one of the fastest production bikes of the 1980s

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Good
Collector Rating
5/10

Resources & Parts

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