Honda is reportedly developing a new generation 2019
Honda CBR600RR, according to emission documents filed by the company with the
California Air Resources Bureau (CARB). The new Honda CBR600RR will
likely be around 10 kg lighter as compared to the current generation model. The
motorcycle will likely feature a radical design, an extensive suite of
electronic rider aids, and an updated chassis.
The Supersport (600 cc) segment has seen a rapid
downfall in sales in the recent years. Most of the marquee bikemakers haven’t
updated their 600 cc motorcycles, with the only exceptions being the Yamaha R6
and the MV Agusta 675 that are homologated for the target audience. That said,
Kawasaki is reportedly working on the next-generation Kawasaki ZX-6R, while
Triumph has unveiled its Moto2 class 675 cc, triple-cylinder engine, which is
likely to make way into the next generation Triumph Daytona 765.
All the motorcycles mentioned could be launched
globally in 2019 and resurrect the Supersport segment. The Honda CBR600RR
wouldn’t be of much interest in the Indian context as the company doesn’t have
any plans to launch the bike locally. Honda has never introduced the CBR600RR
officially in the domestic market. Moreover, the only other Supersport in India,
the Triumph Daytona 675 was discontinued due to lack of sales.
