1988 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane 1000 Sport Touring Motorcycle

The late 1980s were a battlefield for speed, and the weapon of choice was the fully-faired superbike. In this era of horsepower wars and wind-tunnel-sculpted bodywork, the Honda CBR1000F—known stateside as the Hurricane—landed with earth-shattering force. It was a machine built for one purpose: to be the fastest, most capable sport-touring motorcycle on the planet. With its all-enveloping bodywork and a monstrous inline-four engine, the Hurricane was a true top-speed king, a gentleman's express that could cross states at triple-digit speeds with unnerving stability.

This 1988 example presents as a genuine time capsule from that golden era. Showing just 9,198 miles on its odometer, this Hurricane is a low-mileage survivor that has escaped the ravages of daily use. The most notable upgrade is a  Vance & Hines exhaust system, a desirable modification that uncorks the inline-four's signature howl and adds a dose of character that the whisper-quiet stock system lacked. This is the sound that defined a generation of sportbikes.

As a 37-year-old machine, this Hurricane wears its history with honesty. The bodywork shows its age with various scuffs, scratches, and cosmetic imperfections, which have been documented in the photo gallery. However, the seller reports that the bike is a strong runner that starts, drives, and stops, with its systems functioning as intended. It represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire an unmolested, low-mileage example of a landmark motorcycle, ready to be ridden and enjoyed as-is or serve as the perfect base for a meticulous restoration.

Highlights

• Make/Model: Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
• Year: 1988
• Mileage: 9,198 Miles Indicated
• Engine: 998cc DOHC Liquid-Cooled Inline-Four
• Title: Clear Title in Seller's Name

Specifications

• Engine: 998cc liquid-cooled, 16-valve, DOHC inline four-cylinder
• Power (Factory Claim): 130 hp @ 9,500 rpm
• Top Speed (Claim): ~165 mph
• Transmission: 6-speed, chain drive
• Fuel Capacity: 5.5 gallons (21 liters)
• Brakes (Front): Dual 296mm discs with twin-piston calipers
• Brakes (Rear): Single 256mm disc with twin-piston caliper
• Wheels: 17-inch cast aluminum front and rear
• Seat Height: 31.1 inches (790 mm)
• Weight (Dry): 516 lbs (234 kg)

The CBR1000F Hurricane is a legend. It's a pivotal machine that defined the hyperbike category before the term even existed. This low-mileage example is a rare find, offering the next owner multiple paths: ride it and enjoy the pure, thrill of a classic 80s powerhouse, or leverage its excellent mechanical starting point for a concours-level restoration or restomod that would bring it back to showroom glory. Either way, it's a significant piece of motorcycling history that's ready for its next chapter.

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