// Generation · 2020 — 2023

SC82 — MOTOGP LAUNCH

Radical redesign around a brand-new short-stroke 999cc engine derived from the RC213V MotoGP machine. Active winglets standard, launch control, quickshifter and Öhlins semi-active suspension on the SP — the Fireblade enters the hypersport era.

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Buyer score / 100
4
Vintages
11
Changes
6
Overhauls
2
Updates
3
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
2 changes
2020
New short-stroke 999cc inline-4 — 217hp / 113Nm at 14,500 rpm
Finger-follower valve actuation derived from RC213V MotoGP, forged titanium con-rods, bore×stroke 81×48.5mm — 13.0:1 compression
Major
2022
Shorter gear ratios, reshaped intake ports and shorter intake trumpets for middle cylinders, lighter throttle return spring
Medium
C
FRAME
3 changes
2020
New aluminium twin-spar frame — 201 kg wet weight, 1,455 mm wheelbase, 330 mm front discs
Major
2020
Active aerodynamic winglets standard — benchmark downforce for a production motorcycle
Major
2020
SP version: Öhlins Smart EC semi-active suspension (NPX 43mm fork + TTX36 shock), Brembo Stylema calipers, bi-directional quickshifter
Major
E
ELECTRONICS
3 changes
2020
9-level HSTC traction control, wheelie control, launch control, adjustable engine brake, 3-mode cornering ABS, Bosch 6-axis IMU, 3-position HESD
Major
2020
5-inch colour TFT display, smart keyless ignition
Major
2022
Refined HSTC traction control and quickshifter calibration — smoother engagement feel
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
3 changes
2021
No mechanical changes — 2020 colours carried over
Minor
2022
Fireblade 30th Anniversary edition available — commemorative tricolour livery
Minor
2023
No mechanical changes — 2022 spec carried over
Minor