Owners' rating
Pretty comfy for the rider � acceptable for the pillion if a grab rail�s added � that�s impressive for a pure sports bike. Mirrors are pretty good, underseat storage is accessible and handy, HISS imobiliser�s a boon and upgradable. Clocks are comprehensive, including a fuel consumption read out.
Quality and ReliabilityMCN rating
Owners' rating
The odd race bike suffered problems with the engine but bikes used on the road are pretty much trouble free. Some engine noise is normal. The original steering head bearings should have been replaced with a recall but not everyone bothered � if the handling�s bad that might be the problem, especially if the bike�s an import.
ValueMCN rating
Owners' rating
Like so many Hondas this Blade holds its value pretty well on the used market. It�s quite a sought after model � the previous bike was less nimble, the successor less exciting so clean 02/03 Blades always make good money. That said the GSX-R1000K3 and 02/03 R1s mean the Honda�s price is never too high.
Model History2002: Model launched.
Other VersionsNone.
Specifications
Top speed 170mph
1/4-mile acceleration 10.7 secs
Power 149bhp
Torque 78ftlb
Weight 168kg
Seat height 815mm
Fuel capacity 18 litres
Average fuel consumption 39mpg
Tank range 150 miles
Insurance group 17
Engine size 954cc
Engine specification 16v in-line four, 6 gears
Frame Alloy twin spar
Front suspension adjustment Preload, rebound, compression
Rear suspension adjustment Preload, rebound, compression
Front brakes Twin 330mm discs
Rear brake 220mm disc
Front tyre size 120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size 190/50 x 17
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