The Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird, produced from 1997 to 1998, represents a pinnacle of sport-touring motorcycle engineering. Designed to be the world's fastest production motorcycle, it combines exhilarating speed with long-distance comfort, making it a formidable machine for both spirited riding and extended journeys. Its liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC inline-four engine, displacing 1137 cc, delivers impressive horsepower and torque, complemented by a close-ratio 6-speed transmission and a sophisticated Combined Braking System (CBS) for enhanced control. The first generation, identified by chassis code SC35, set a benchmark for performance and reliability in its segment.
This comprehensive factory service repair manual provides in-depth guidance for the Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird covering the 1997-1998 model years. It details essential maintenance schedules, factory repair procedures, and diagnostic information across all major systems, including the engine, fuel system, transmission, brakes, cooling system, and electrical components. With abundant illustrations and detailed instructions, this manual is an indispensable resource for owners, mechanics, and technicians seeking to maintain, repair, or restore their vehicle to optimal condition, ensuring its longevity and performance.
Model:
CBR1100XX Super Blackbird
Model Nickname:
Super Blackbird
Product Name:
Honda CBR1100XX 1997-1998 Service Repair Manual
Generation Identifier:
First Generation
Segment:
Hyperbike, Sport-Touring
Target Audience:
Honda CBR1100XX owners for self-maintenance, repair, and restoration
Key Competitors Era:
Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, Suzuki GSX-R1100W, Yamaha YZF1000R Thunderace
Manual Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair information, saving money on dealer services and empowering owners.
Content Detail:
Highly detailed with abundant illustrations, pictures, and diagrams.
Region Coverage:
Global (Factory Information)
Estimated Pages:
High (Exact number not specified, but described as 'COMPLETE' and 'Abundant Illustrations')
Type:
Official Factory Service Repair Manual
Language:
English (Implied by description)
Format:
Digital Download (PDF)
Engine:
Complete Engine Service, Engine Firing Order, Timing Chain Service
Fuel System:
Fuel System Service
Transmission:
Gearbox, Gearbox Service, Removal and Installation, Transmission
Exhaust System:
Exhaust System, Exhaust Service
Suspension:
Suspension, Front Suspension
Brakes:
Brake Servicing Procedures
Cooling System:
Cooling System
Electrical:
Electrics, Wiring Diagrams
Maintenance:
Factory Maintenance Schedules
Repair:
Factory Repair Procedures, Complete Engine Service, Clutch Removal and Installation
Diagnostics:
Fault Finding
Restoration:
Rebuild, Refurbish, Restore
Depth:
Comprehensive Factory Level (Diagnose and Repair, Rebuild, Refurbish)
Searchability:
Likely Searchable Text (common for factory manuals)
Print Options:
Printable in its entirety or specific pages
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Quality For Print:
N/A (Digital Download)
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, inline-four
Bore X Stroke:
79 mm x 58 mm
Compression Ratio:
11.0:1
Ignition:
Computer-controlled digital ignition with three-dimensional mapping
Horsepower Approx:
156.1 hp @ 9,500 rpm (at crankshaft, actual rear-wheel may vary)
Torque Approx:
127 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (at crankshaft)
Fuel Delivery:
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity:
24 Liters (6.3 US gal)
Transmission Type:
Close-ratio, 6-speed constant-mesh
Clutch:
Hydraulic, wet, multi-plate
Final Drive:
Sealed O-ring chain
Length:
2,155 mm (84.8 in)
Height:
1,145 mm (45.1 in)
Wheelbase:
1,520 mm (59.8 in)
Dry Weight Approx:
225 kg (496 lbs)
Wet Weight Approx:
245 kg (540 lbs)
Braking System Front:
Dual 310mm hydraulic disc with 3-piston calipers (CBS - Combined Braking System)
Braking System Rear:
Single 256mm hydraulic disc with 3-piston caliper (CBS - Combined Braking System)
Lighting:
Dual Halogen Headlights
Linked Braking:
Combined Braking System (CBS)
Instrumentation:
Analog speedometer and tachometer, digital odometer, trip meters, fuel gauge, clock, temperature gauge.
Diagnostics Port:
On-board diagnostics (OBD) systems are present for fault code retrieval.
Oil Change Interval Approx:
Every 6,000 km or 12 months
Major Service Interval Approx:
Every 24,000 km (includes valve clearance check)
Engine Oil Type:
API SG or higher, SAE 10W-40 (viscosity may vary with temperature, consult manual for specifics)
Coolant Type:
Permanent type antifreeze coolant (50% solution)
Cam Chain Tensioner:
Potential for early failure leading to chain rattle (often addressed with upgraded manual tensioners).
Stator Failure:
Common issue on many Hondas of this era, leading to charging problems.
Regulator Rectifier:
Can overheat and fail, leading to charging system issues.
Manufacturer:
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Purpose Of Design:
To create the world's fastest production motorcycle, excelling in both speed and long-distance comfort.
Production Period:
1996-2003