I bought a '02 XX back then, had it for two years and sold it ... I regretted it deeply, but by chance I had the opportunity to buy it back so I did, it's been with me since then, great bike, best one I owned so far, not letting her go anymore.
Just scored a really clean 1998 XX with 29k miles for the crazy low price of $1,300USD from a co-worker in Utah. Amazing bike... I'm still riding it like I stole it.... because for that price I kind of did. Rode a Vmax for about 13 years (a while back), good to be back into a capable bike again. It made the 2013 GW250 Suzuki I've been motoring around feel like a scooter.
I currently have a Blackbird and a vmax. Had a vtx1300 as well. Sold the vtx, now I can't decide which to sell so I still have them both. Probably selling the Blackbird only because I tend to go too fast through the open Idaho dessert. $1300 is a steal. I've been offered $3300 for mine
My '97 has been rejetted plus a full exhaust. 32 mpg. Get the rpm's up add full throttle it's shocking! Scary! It's a damn rocket! Way beyond my ability!
My 2003 made it to 163k miles. Cam chain just broke. Superb. Best motorcycle. Needs a refresh. Best sport bike on the sport side of sport touring. Hard to replace...
Great review considering getting one of these sold my 2009 CBR 1000 RR Recently as I am getting older and these bikes I have heard are super comfortable to ride with the Honda reliability that I have gotten used too over the years.
Bought very first 96 model with VIN code ending 00135 about 10 years ago. It is masterpiece of human engineering. Sporty, reliable and very comfortable. 58000km, great condition, only carbs require more maintenance otherwise it just runs.
Hi, just to clarify a common misunderstanding. From 2001 to 2007 Honda changes the correction factor for hp measuring, one is SAE 164 and the other is ECE, Euro. All of them, even the carburated ones brings around the same rear wheel hp numbers, around 135-140 rwhp (in stock form with no mods) .
I have a very early carburettor Blackbird and everytime I ride it, it puts a smile on my face. The engineering is very impressive. Everything from the chassis to the engine is well thought out. The engine is ultra smooth. I can be in 6th gear at 25mph and even a slight twist of the throttle, the motorcycle is easily doing high speeds. Even at 100mph, it is bliss and the mirrors don't even vibrate. When Honda designed this motorcycle, they got it right. My only niggle is the poor fuel economy I am getting around town. Town riding I am only getting 28mpg. Is that normal?
In LA i was getting 24mpg on my 2003. I was ripping it up constantly though, on the highway just cruising at 70-100mph i get around 37 mpg. So around town i would say 28 is normal.
I am now using my one for motorway trips and just brimmed it with fuel as I have taken a new job further afield. I will see what mpg it now gets. I am thinking about getting a CBR300R but I just love the brutal power of the Blackbird too much but don't like the fuel bills. LOL. Also, I do love opening the throttle all the time which doesn't help either. LOL.
its the best touring bike you can get today , also the breaking system is used in all modern bikes today, so if you dont like the brakes and call them shit, you dont know wtf you're talking about
Thanks truly Hagbard for all your help so you do love the Single RS3 Yoshimura BEST of all and NOT stock OEM exhausts. My XX liked all CBR XX 1100 has the 6-speed gearbox on it so it is a Blackbird. It has two counter balancers as well. Recently I saw a Japan Web site for JDM Blackbirds and they also specifically mention SC42E as JDM Blackbird Engine No.
Great video. I just bought myself a 2001 xx CBR super blackbird which I’m told is a Japan domestic model so is Restricted. My question is what would the BHP on mine be? Some say 140 bhp others say a ridiculous unbelievably low 110 bhp? Do guide and tell me the facts of what BHP my Japan restrictedXX actually is? Bless you Cyrus
Hello Hagbard very kind of you. My 2001 has Ebgine No SC42E1050328 and VIN SC351000328. I believe ONLY Japan Domestic XX has “SC42E” Engine Number Code. Does your Japan XX also gave SC42E Engine Number? Because in Europe or America all XX have SC35 Code both for VIN and Engine. I wanted to fit stock 4x2 dual OEM exhausts on my XX. Presently it has a Single 4x1 Yoshimura. I Request you to please email me your reply in cyrusrolls@gmail.com God bless u Cyrus
Hello Hagbard can you tell me which OEM original dual Honda XX exhausts are best for my 2001 FI blackbird? I mean will the 2001 Exhausts with Cat converter be good for my XX or the late 1999 FI unrestricted dual exhausts without catalytic converter be BEST for my 2001? Request you to email me on cyrusrolls@gmail.com Bless you Cyrus India
สันคม เพชรสงฆ์ be sure you have the best day to come see ya today at work and get it out of your mind to get your help with the new furniture you and I wanna is it a great day to come out to the beach tomorrow or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or maybe we can do it Saturday or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night
Bought a gen 1 97 model just over a year ago, one of the nicest, most comfortable and fast bikes I've ridden, quality is outstanding!
I bought a '02 XX back then, had it for two years and sold it ... I regretted it deeply, but by chance I had the opportunity to buy it back so I did, it's been with me since then, great bike, best one I owned so far, not letting her go anymore.
Just scored a really clean 1998 XX with 29k miles for the crazy low price of $1,300USD from a co-worker in Utah. Amazing bike... I'm still riding it like I stole it.... because for that price I kind of did. Rode a Vmax for about 13 years (a while back), good to be back into a capable bike again. It made the 2013 GW250 Suzuki I've been motoring around feel like a scooter.
Lucky bastard 😂😂
I currently have a Blackbird and a vmax. Had a vtx1300 as well. Sold the vtx, now I can't decide which to sell so I still have them both. Probably selling the Blackbird only because I tend to go too fast through the open Idaho dessert. $1300 is a steal. I've been offered $3300 for mine
I'm in Utah looking for one. If you hear of anyone looking to sell, I will pay well for a fuel injected model, and fair for an older carbureted model.
@@stoneageidaho ,HI, w
which one for you is better VMAX OR BB?
After watching your review. I sold my Sprint and bought an 07 Blackbird. Its immaculate. I forgot how good it is to ride a big bore in line four.
Michael Cross Gee, Michael, you had me scared for a moment there! Glad it worked out. All the best - Guy
Big bore inline four! That says it all! A lot of people don't seem to know...like Harley riders! I don't bother to race them.
Well I don't know what you mean, so tell me lol
My 01 red bird has only 50000kms on... Still love it... Parked in my lounge room.. 😊
My '97 has been rejetted plus a full exhaust. 32 mpg. Get the rpm's up add full throttle it's shocking! Scary! It's a damn rocket! Way beyond my ability!
My 2003 made it to 163k miles. Cam chain just broke. Superb. Best motorcycle. Needs a refresh. Best sport bike on the sport side of sport touring. Hard to replace...
Great review considering getting one of these sold my 2009 CBR 1000 RR Recently as I am getting older and these bikes I have heard are super comfortable to ride with the Honda reliability that I have gotten used too over the years.
I HAVE A 2005 XX3 MODEL.AND CAN TELL YOU IT IS A MUCH BETTER MACHINE THAN THE HAYABUSA THAT I OWNED.
Bought very first 96 model with VIN code ending 00135 about 10 years ago. It is masterpiece of human engineering. Sporty, reliable and very comfortable. 58000km, great condition, only carbs require more maintenance otherwise it just runs.
Carb model is imo the one to go for especially in very hot countries
Why's that mate?
@@user-ki5ej1uf9n run cooler and have more power.
I had a '99 with over 110k miles and it was as smooth as ever. I rode it for maybe 5 years and I regret selling it.
Great review, thinking of buying a 2004 model one myself and you may have just swung it. Cheers.
Thanks, Mike. I still own that bike today and haven't for a moment regretted buying it.
Old is gold 👍👍👍👍👍
Hi, just to clarify a common misunderstanding. From 2001 to 2007 Honda changes the correction factor for hp measuring, one is SAE 164 and the other is ECE, Euro. All of them, even the carburated ones brings around the same rear wheel hp numbers, around 135-140 rwhp (in stock form with no mods) .
I did wonder that because I've seen 136 and 164 and I am left thing, 'what the'.
Along the way there was also the introduction of a catalytic converter into the exhaust, which had an impact on power figures.
Love my 2003. All round excellent machines.
This review was very helpful as I can get one in mint condition for a really good price.
Yep Super comfy 🚀 ❣️
Did a Lap of Oz 🇦🇺🌏easy 20 days riding 15500 KMs👍
Gr8 clip thanks 👍
I have a very early carburettor Blackbird and everytime I ride it, it puts a smile on my face. The engineering is very impressive. Everything from the chassis to the engine is well thought out. The engine is ultra smooth. I can be in 6th gear at 25mph and even a slight twist of the throttle, the motorcycle is easily doing high speeds. Even at 100mph, it is bliss and the mirrors don't even vibrate. When Honda designed this motorcycle, they got it right. My only niggle is the poor fuel economy I am getting around town. Town riding I am only getting 28mpg. Is that normal?
In LA i was getting 24mpg on my 2003. I was ripping it up constantly though, on the highway just cruising at 70-100mph i get around 37 mpg. So around town i would say 28 is normal.
I am now using my one for motorway trips and just brimmed it with fuel as I have taken a new job further afield. I will see what mpg it now gets. I am thinking about getting a CBR300R but I just love the brutal power of the Blackbird too much but don't like the fuel bills. LOL. Also, I do love opening the throttle all the time which doesn't help either. LOL.
the busa looks like a fat blob next to the xx
and doesnt corner
i have 2 carbed xx's and they are great
Great Review!
I love my 1997
its the best touring bike you can get today , also the breaking system is used in all modern bikes today, so if you dont like the brakes and call them shit, you dont know wtf you're talking about
The brakes have saved my butt a few times!
Where are you riding, it looks nice
I'm getting ready to pick up a 1999 one here soon...assuming the test drive goes well
xcellent review mate
Thanks truly Hagbard for all your help so you do love the Single RS3 Yoshimura BEST of all and NOT stock OEM exhausts. My XX liked all CBR XX 1100 has the 6-speed gearbox on it so it is a Blackbird. It has two counter balancers as well. Recently I saw a Japan Web site for JDM Blackbirds and they also specifically mention SC42E as JDM Blackbird Engine No.
There is actually a way to exclude the rear break without modifying the bike ;)
pray tell.
I don't see how you could call that not modifying the bike.
Carb or fuel injection? Who wins?
Just wanna know , I want this bike but can not decide between the two lol help me out guys 🙏
Great video. I just bought myself a 2001 xx CBR super blackbird which I’m told is a Japan domestic model so is Restricted. My question is what would the BHP on mine be? Some say 140 bhp others say a ridiculous unbelievably low 110 bhp? Do guide and tell me the facts of what BHP my Japan restrictedXX actually is? Bless you Cyrus
Hello Hagbard very kind of you. My 2001 has Ebgine No SC42E1050328 and VIN SC351000328. I believe ONLY Japan Domestic XX has “SC42E” Engine Number Code. Does your Japan XX also gave SC42E Engine Number? Because in Europe or America all XX have SC35 Code both for VIN and Engine. I wanted to fit stock 4x2 dual OEM exhausts on my XX. Presently it has a Single 4x1 Yoshimura. I Request you to please email me your reply in cyrusrolls@gmail.com God bless u
Cyrus
Hello Hagbard can you tell me which OEM original dual Honda XX exhausts are best for my 2001 FI blackbird? I mean will the 2001 Exhausts with Cat converter be good for my XX or the late 1999 FI unrestricted dual exhausts without catalytic converter be BEST for my 2001? Request you to email me on cyrusrolls@gmail.com Bless you Cyrus India
The mahcine perfectly smooth that human created ever ... thanks HONDA .
164 at crank 135 at rear wheel.
Прекрасный мотоцикл.
日本の誇り
still mint
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สันคม เพชรสงฆ์ be sure you have the best day to come see ya today at work and get it out of your mind to get your help with the new furniture you and I wanna is it a great day to come out to the beach tomorrow or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or maybe we can do it Saturday or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night or maybe tomorrow night or Saturday night
Super😍😍😍
cool
EFI please...
Full injection it gat 165 hop on the ran is ram air air injection fastest you go more hp
bang for your buck, this is a hard bike to beat
164 bhp? 144bhp according to haynes manual
@Hagbard Celine yes, when they do a rolling road test, it's from the wheel
They drive on the opposite side of the road and have different HP over there in Britland
Haynes man Ula is wrong . 164bhp it is