2015 Tokyo: Honda Light Weight Super Sport concept motorcycle debuts

Honda showcased the Light Weight Super Sport concept motorcycle at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. The Honda Light Weight Super Sport concept motorcycle according to the Japanese two-wheeler giant previews what its future generation of lightweight supersports offering would look like. From the pictures it is clear that the new Honda CBR 250RR will employ an aggressive design language with sharp body lines, sculpted fuel tank and chiselled tail section. It also sports conventional single side exhaust muffler that goes well with the overall design. It is rumoured that Honda will launch the CBR 250RR based on the Light Weight Super Sport concept for the Asian market but there is also speculation that a larger displacement CBR 350RR is also under works for the European market. The above speculation doesn’t really come as a surprise as Yamaha did the same with the R3 and R25.

Details regarding the powerplant are scarce but expect it to be powered by a, 250cc parallel twin motor with a 14,000 rpm redline and likely power output in the range of 35 to 38PS. The chassis has been tuned for better handling dynamics. The clip-on handle bars and rear-set footpegs should result in an aggressive and sporty riding posture. Suspension duties are handled by USD front forks and a monoshock unit at the back. Anchorage is provided by petal disc brake at front and rear. The Honda CBR 250RR will compete against the likes of the more performance focused Kawasaki Ninja 300, Yamaha R3 and the KTM RC 390 in the international and our domestic market.