If you’re a motorcyclist, you’re definitely aware of the Suzuki Hayabusa’s dominance in a straight line. After all, it was the fastest production motorcycle out there in 1999. What you might not know, though, is that this crown was previously held by the Honda CBR1100XX, which blitzed past 310kmph (195mph) in a straight line two years before the Hayabusa.

Now that you know just how special the Blackbird (named after the SR-71 fighter jet) is, we’re sure you want a piece of the pie. And that’s why we’ve brought you a pristine CBR1100XX available on sale at Bring A Trailer.

1997 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird On Sale

Getting right into it, the motorcycle you see here is a 1997 model and comes with all its original paperwork, tool kit, and a single key. The odometer shows over 19,0000 miles, which explains the slight scruff marks on the all-original, all-black bodywork ripe with ‘Super Blackbird’ graphics. Don’t fret, though, as none of the blemishes are deal-breakers and the motorcycle qualifies as pristine.

Apart from this, the seller has equipped the CBR with several aftermarket mods. To start off, you get sequential LED indicators outback with a smoked tail lamp along with a phone mount, a charger, and an aftermarket gear position indicator up top. Topping this is a custom, taller clip-on handlebar with adjustable levers, put in place to make the bike more comfortable.

But that’s not all. The crown jewel here is the four-into-two Yoshimura exhaust system which not only sounds soulful but also boosts performance. For reference, the factory-rated output of the CBR1100XX is 164 horsepower and 91 pound-feet via its 1137cc, inline-four engine. The seller ensures the bike runs perfectly, so you can easily crack 300kmph, plus beat a stock gen-1 Hayabusa too.

In case you’re a twisties person, let us tell you the Blackbird rides on 17-inch alloy wheels sprung on beefy 43mm telescopic forks and an adjustable monoshock. Meanwhile, stopping this 492-pound mammoth is 310mm dual discs up front and a single 256mm disc outback, coupled together by Honda’s Combined Braking System.

What’s The Price?

The auction is just out of the oven, so there aren’t many bids at the moment. However, if you’re into this, we suggest you head to Bring A Trailer and put in a good number to lock the deal ASAP.