2024 Honda Fireblade SP Review | FULL FACTORY

[@TIMHARTTT]

All the reactions I have seen so far for the new Blade is absolutely epic, I don’t remember the last time reviewers had such a genuine passionate reaction like that for new 1000cc bike.

[@bazitube390]

Last time was probably when pani v4 came out. That was pre-covid

[@marssnickers3067]

"Who cares about lap time when it makes you feel like this" Got my heart bro!

[@Youtubekane]

186mph all while carrying the huge weight of those solid brass balls. What a champ, what a machine!

[@AndyAndy-bg7mv]

think thats kph 178 in second 😳

[@shaincarnemichaels7271]

😂😂😂😂

[@Bassalicious]

@@AndyAndy-bg7mv 300kph on the start finish when he missed turn one. 300kph are 186mph

[@lonpfrb]

@@Bassalicious Indeed, and the Gentlemans agreement says that 299kmh is the maximum that it will show on the dash. Some Italian bikes go dark dash at that point. Obviously your data logger may know the true speed thanks to some satellites but we don't need to show that to EU transport commissioners do we...

[@CJRSBK]

​@Bassalicious that can't be flat out my 2008 zx10r does that ....I would of thought this blade hit 195mph

[@wateronfirefk]

this is the best review I have ever seen ... please more of this bike

[@CarlosTilbury]

I worked in a cheese factory, genius answer! always impressed how you carry the speeds, great stuff Al, great editing to.

[@CrouchyOnBikes]

Lovely review mate. Yep, the sound of that blade gave me a Casey Stoner!

[@Scott_Buchanan]

Yuge 🍆

[@keithjackson4985]

Lol 😂😂😂😂 You crazy!😂😂😂

[@WAco-se9wf]

Almost felt the need to Rossi off one ? Or were your briefs as tight as brad in a binder?

[@Gixflix1]

The sound of that thing....OMFG!!!!! Great work Alistair, that was godlike. One of your best ever vlogs!!!!

[@markobutkovic5414]

I have no intention of buying this beast, but after a review like this I feel like going to check my creditworthiness. superb riding and superbly done test, real journalistic work, and yet so relaxed, real skill. picture and sound quality in the professional class. Congratulations

[@raveydave4001]

Best review of the bike so far!

[@j0rss]

yo what there's an mad and angry whistle coming from it, insane sounds

[@FortyFourTeeth]

The GoPro doesn't do the sound justice 🤯

[@jediknight1294]

Imagine how good a cbx in line six with split bodies would sound

[@chriswest2290]

Gearbox whine?

[@j0rss]

@@chriswest2290 induction rather i'd guess

[@chriswest2290]

@@j0rss could be. 👍hard to tell with the cam.

[@chrispawlak14]

Bloody Double Decker Al ! Thanks for the stiffy! Amazing riding , sound of it is awesome. Really like seeing a few other legendary riders/reviewers on a 44 video. Brings worlds together on the best channel ever . Be safe . Pawlak

[@ragerider6283]

Great vid & review. Bloody hell that looked quick but also on rails. Amazing machine.

[@bugseysdog]

All of the 44T presenters have their strengths but by far Al has the most natural riding talent... still a racer 🙂

[@Bongalicius]

Setting it up to your weight this easy has got me. I want one!

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Yeah he kind of did but that difference in weight would still need a different springrate.

[@XRM473]

I used to be a V4 convert with the sound and racing connection, but, this inline 4 sounds awesome and strangely fresh. The in-line 4 revs to oblivion, madness, awesome!

[@Blazemon9999]

Pretty insane that at your age and weight you can still lap with guys like Dean Harrison. Man u have so much talent on a bike. Love the onboards

[@nickrider5220]

You were on it Al, sounded and looked brilliant 😎 I love Tommy Bridewell, funny as fffffff !

[@jesusandrade-gomez2899]

Been watching this channel for a few years and it motivated me to race! Safe rides 44 !!

[@KyleMicena]

Honda needs to go too a V4! They’ve been running back of the pack for far too long, Soichiro Honda would turn in his grave seeing the current state of Honda racing.

[@CurtisBrandt]

My tendency is to agree with you. This current bike is starting to look decent, as opposed to the last few generations of Fireblade. But my question is one that I think you’d agree with. If you look back at the RC30 from 1988, does this bike seem like where we should be, 35 years hence? Honda have simply lost their way in terms of having the top Superbike. Again, this bike may change that, but for the last 20 years or so (since the RC51 then?), my question applies. Since Honda are the biggest motor company in the world, I have to assume they simply didn’t care about Superbike over that time frame. Which, frankly, worked for them until they also completely lost their way in MotoGP, at which point I have to ask: what the heck are you doing, Honda?

[@paxtonfurney3316]

It would take 100 million dollars to develop a v4 that they couldn’t be sued for by duc or aprilla, it’s not even worth it

[@CurtisBrandt]

@@paxtonfurney3316 Would you care to elaborate why that would be? Honda have a pretty deep library of engine technologies, including many great V4 type engines to choose from. I would be surprised if Ducati and Aprilia have subsequently developed a legal lock on all viable technologies. I’m only a normal enthusiast, having neither legal nor engineering credentials, but neither of those Italian brands builds engines that look particularly “Honda style”.

[@GAxxhe]

Unfortunately, Honda doesn’t have any racing experience with V-fours, so they’re a bit caught out here.

[@ferociousfrankie]

I think Al mentioned it at the top of the video. The market for sport bikes seems to be slowly withering. More and more people are going for the "crossovers" of the motorcycle world which are adv style upright touring bikes and naked bikes on the other side. If this is all true, it would not make sense for Honda to invest heavily in such a platform. Key word being "if".

[@RoeyHaviv]

Is that intake noise? Reminds me of the gear cam whine on the old V4

[@Gobbbbb]

The whine and engine/induction noise is absolute heaven, and I'm sure the mic isn't doing it justice. I want one, just for that sound alone. I'm in love.

[@StuHolland]

Beautiful review ❤

[@Terraceview]

Man that thing is ballistically fast, great riding Al.

[@Pzest_Titan]

The sound of the bike flying by while overtaking AHHHH❤ 😂

[@WinLoveCry]

Was just looking at the Fireblade, really like it...

[@MrBlueberrypie44]

Very enjoyable watch Fagan, your excitement trickled through the lens

[@Sneaky416]

Looks like a riot that one! Loved the editing and music choice for this, got my heart pumping :D

[@davroshalfbeard8368]

Nice to see a sports bike review cheers nige ❤

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Cheers Nige

[@stevofoz]

The anticipation for this review gave me tingles in the pants region, the likes of which I've not experienced since my first proper snog with Sally Brimble behind the bikesheds in '88. The actual review left me nursing a rager, the likes of which is occasionally experienced for Christmas and Birthdays nowadays. Cracking job as always, Al; there's nothing better on the 'toob than your on-track commentary! Can't wait to see you guys put this up against the rest of the pack in the ever-shrinking Superbike stable.

[@sriharsha9640]

This is my fav bike. Thanks for the video mate. I will buy this one in some years.

[@streetrider1977]

Thank God for a real sportbike motorcycle review. This is what we want to see! Thanks mate!

[@pax1980]

Love it when random motorcycling royalty (present company included) pops in for quick hey. Fireblade looks sick AF.

[@djg9589]

Awesome riding Al 😁👍🏻

[@arranhandsracing19]

12.34 - The moment Dean Harrison realised his racing career was over 😂

[@tituskoreman1565]

Sounds like this is the fireblade honda should have launched in 2017... great to see they made a more competitive package again! Thumbs up!

[@ridhaluka6975]

😊

[@bigend07]

Bad year for fireblade 2017 was

[@AgricUltra]

Looks and sounds phenomenal. Did you do a vid with the 600 too?

[@Jonathan-yd8ud]

A throwback review from a time before adventure and naked bikes took over. Savage Nige

[@stephenlebillon3066]

When you were chasing Deano your were fair honking great test.

[@Cataclysm1]

The suspension setup interface is AWESOME!!

[@RearAdmiralRyker]

10:31 As you wind up the throttle here, that noise makes me moist. Almost sounds like a supercharger.

[@pinotgreen5317]

I remember their Isle of Man Superbike test - which by the way made me bought the RSV 4 - when the Fireblade comes dead out of the container....great vid one of the best so far for this bike!

[@rampage3337]

yeah i wish they did another one of those videos

[@rikritzen2976]

Will there also be a vid about the 600rr?

[@williamburroughs2273]

My impression from the video was that the bike was flickable and fast for the most part, but it seemed a little slow coming out of the corners. If you could get more midrange from an ECU flash or gearing change it would be a top contender.

[@mickl8212]

Statham, your laughs whilst on the 'blade are infectious😂

[@Scott_Buchanan]

That thing is bloody nice old chap! that’s the best British impression I can muster right now lol

[@KyleMicena]

Great review, I agree this Honda is still not on par with Ducati, Aprilia, or Yamaha as a racing package. This bike is a homologation special for racing and it doesn’t compete with other manufacturers like they should. They need a V4!

[@lonpfrb]

RC213V-SP and CBR-1000-RRR SP need some quiet time together to make us an RVF-1000-RR ..

[@mudddge]

The Honda is arguably the best liter bike for superstock racing. Aprilia doesn’t race anywhere, and at WSBK level the Yamaha is totally outgunned. Not to mention the Ducati and Aprilia have cheater engines

[@terryboehler5752]

Honda put two carbs on the single cylinder XR500. The result was amazing throttle response off idle. Only one carb was used at low throttle settings. Remember, we want rapid air movement down low so it can be metered efficiently.

[@jesuschrist7169]

Cool story, tell us another one

[@Thisguyhereplus]

Put my deposit down yesterday 😎. Wicked review, up the arsenal 💪🏼

[@FortyFourTeeth]

RIGHT UP THE ARSENAL

[@David..]

One of the best looking super sport bikes on the market, doesn’t look like predator. Has the aero but doesn’t look bloated like the BMW or like a catfish or a bike with a mustache. If you’re unable to find a second generation Suzuki SV650S than this is a good second choice.

[@buddymckay3486]

I reckon the left throttlebody is a bit more reinforced/altered since they will be used more when crusing vs the other at full blast.

[@dalebatten2741]

Great review, felt breathless watching it. Great channel guys keep it up you bring a lot of pleasure to the masses.

[@chriswest2290]

What an awesome run of bikes so far. The KTM duke range, the ducati mono, MT09. And now the CBR600/1000. What else ?

[@stratts_636]

When do you reckon we will see major upgrades to the ZX10R/RR like what Honda have done, i feel like that bike has so much more to give in an update. Brilliant review al, change of boxers needed

[@dmaxcustom]

Sometimes I dont understand why having a bike with all the blows and whistles. Specially since I dont have the skill to perform them at any level. But is that quality ride that makes you feel awesome even if going slow. Nice review.

[@_Makanko_]

Sweet bike. A bike to aspire to (in my case). The 600 review coming up next I suppose. Great first review Al, I'd love for you to be able to take the bike for another ride on a hot summer day.

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Yes, 600RR should be Sunday hopefully

[@davidbarton7463]

Looking fwd to the 600RR review, I'm lucky enough to have 400RR and that's great fun.@@FortyFourTeeth

[@omdeeezzz406]

it does come through on the sound...u also had that turn one mate, more bar pressure !

[@duckylucky6505]

If I didn't already have a garage full of Ducati parts and tools, I'd love a 'blade. Honda makes some pretty bikes. Kudo's to Honda bringing back a real 600 supersport as well.

[@terryomara9403]

Great vid ive had v4 honda absoluty love it this fireblade sounds unreal thou honda at its best

[@iainwhite3476]

Your reviews are the best!

[@TheFireblade1000RR]

Absdolutely loved watching this episode. Well done lads.

[@PoweredbyRobots]

Glad you enjoyed it Al, theres now't quite like a ripping i4 for smiles per mile.

[@mikefandango294]

TT rider coming through………mental! Great review 👍

[@tsarnevits]

So are you going home with the 1390 SDR Evo or this? What an absolute blast to watch!

[@89HondaCR500R]

this technology was introduced back in the early 80's by honda for their large displacement xr / xl bikes by utilizing two carbs on a single cylinder bike that had a "primary carb" and then a "secondary carb" which operated in the same manner. honda stopped using the twin carbs in 1987 and went with a single pd style keihin carb they did this to save on weight and production cost and though the single carbs were reported to make less power than the dual carb setup i cannot confirm that

[@cesarsaurasilva6637]

Having experienced long term all the latest Superbikes... The Fireblade SP is BY FAR the ABSOLUTE BEST of them all

[@karlj1717]

What a glorious machine, looks fantastic sounds like a howling animal, I’ll never be able to afford one but doesn’t stop me enjoying it.

[@ipdjbt]

I've been street riding for 30 years now. I wish I had just half of Fagan's skills on a track.

[@paulfinn5756]

Great review. Good to see you having fun with Mc Pint

[@animal100000]

Loving the growl on the down shift 👌

[@GL0BETREKKER]

I just love how much Al loves this bike! Really put a smile on my face :D

[@l-j9559]

Are you guys also giving us the review of the 600RR?

[@FortyFourTeeth]

Yes, coming very soon

[@brilliantspeedsuperbikes]

Not sure if you alrleady mentioned it, but what slick tire size (front and rear) did you use? And do you really need a race kit ECU before changing tire size to, say, Pirellis 125/70 and 200/60?

[@JohnnoandGuyTheDirectors]

Some pretty smooth riding from McPint too.

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

LOL , I used to work in a cheese factory too, however my favourite is a creamy Stilton. Great footage Al, looks the bike is a revelation. If all the other manufacturers stick to twins and triples, Honda are gonna clean up

[@lonpfrb]

Agree with your choice on Cheese, but don't forget the Italian V4s...

[@KillerwhaleTRX]

.....and a quick ECU tune and thats a murder bike!!

[@Jim-hm7fb]

Blue fuel at 10:15 looked interesting. What's that about?

[@trque0fthedevil]

I’ve not been tempted by a new blade for quite a while, but that now looks the part and appears to go the part…. Time to book a test ride

[@lonpfrb]

Without the Haslam Race School to try on track, it's going to be difficult. Honda Racing Experience events required...

[@smjunglist6885]

Great onboard footage!!

[@richardminer1863]

Looks good, sounds good but still a step behind the V4s on exits. Honda really needs to back to a V4 to get that midrange torque and drive off corners. With all their V4 history it's a no brainer,,,..

[@lonpfrb]

RVF-1000-RR we have been waiting....

[@KyleMicena]

I agree they need a V4

[@NoHope_]

I dont get Honda's hatred for the states. Why is this not being sold here, i would but it in a heartbeat. At the very least do what yamaha does and sell track only bikes if emissions is the issue.

[@itstherealjammin]

Kinell that got me PUMPED man love it what a fookin channel this is ❤

[@mbpm6135]

That Fireblade is absolute hotness in all black. I like colours and colourful bikes, but... damn.

[@dankorolyk5917]

Looks like you had fun mate!

[@davemieze9021]

The RC51 was a V-twin monster. Idk why they abandoned that format

[@KyleMicena]

Because they’re stupid

[@tomtomed1]

Imagine buying a battered one of these in 20 years time and trying to get that throttle set up with a Haynes manual and a dream 😂

[@briumphbimbles]

Fireblades are always good fun. Not for me but clearly perfect for anyone that wants to get onto a track.

[@rognevs5695]

So al did these bikes have kit ecu’s since you were riding on non oe tyres? Cheers

[@averagestreamer5854]

Mate I love this review, but hows it gonna be on UK roads? I know thats not the point of it but I do mixed.

[@JayEss414]

Star studded cast blimey geezer. what a beautiful machine

[@jonathankurz207]

Need to find one in Dallas!

[@flamintasty]

Neevsey: “I wanna know what your favourite cheese is, now?” Statham: “I love, umm an Edam!” Neevsey: “Yeah, relatively healthy as well” Statham: “Do I look like the sort of cnut who eats healthy?” 😂

[@ChrisRufus76]

How do you think the Road Racers at the TT/NW will like it, is it fast, but soft and gentle enough to be a perfect TT bike?

[@virongreene5146]

You are a god, Fagan. Great review, excellent riding (keeping up with John McGuinness) . The other blokes are pretty good too 🤩

[@mrcrankyank]

Love when Al can’t talk because the bike is so bonkers.. what an amazing bike

[@SBKBenji]

I have been patiently waiting for this bike to be announced in the US. Which it is now. Placed a deposit for one. Question, how well does it compare to a 24 S1000rrM? I currently ride a 22 V4s and I am addicted to sport bikes.

[@pistonbroke5145]

I had a Casey Stoner, myself. Kin awesome

[@DuncanHolland]

Manually do the preload? How come the thing can't gauge your weight automatically? Then adjust front/rear/left/right weight bias on the move? Next decade maybe. I'll feel so much safer.......

[@isaacwalton3781]

keen to see a video putting this bike up against the other 1000cc competition

[@hubert1142]

you could see my semi from the ISS, thanks Statham

[@Erelyes]

That electric suspension adjustment is so clever. Tell it how fat you are and it tells you a starting point - genius and all that 95% of us mortals need.