Side-by-Side Comparison

Lightning LS-218 vs Honda CBR1000RR SP

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Guinea-Bissau.

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Key Specifications

Lightning LS-218SpecHonda CBR1000RR SP

CFA27,534,000PriceCFA18,000,000

—Engine (cc)999

9999Power (hp)218

9999Torque (Nm)113

—Mileage (km/l)14.9

9999Weight (kg)201

—Fuel Tank (L)4

9.5Rating9.4

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Lightning LS-218

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Basic Information

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

IPM liquid cooled electric motorEngine TypeLiquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC Inline-4

FluxVector Drive SystemController Type—

Direct single speed driveTransmission TypeManual

None (Direct Drive)Clutch TypeWet, multiplate hydraulic clutch

Direct Single Speed DriveDrive Type—

LightningBrandHonda

LS-218ModelCBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

Lightning LS-218Bike NameHonda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

2014Model Year2025

Electric SuperbikeCategory/TypeSuper Sport

USACountry of Origin—

USAAssembly LocationJapan

AvailableStatus—

Not specifiedColors Available—

Lithium-IonBattery Type—

On-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3Charger Type—

Comfortable, ergonomicSeat Type—

StandardHandle Type—

Carbon fiber and AluminumFrame Type—

Billet aluminum swingarmSwingarm Type—

Engine & Performance

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

244 hpMaximum Power217.5 PS @ 14000 rpm

220 ft-lbMaximum Torque113 Nm @ 12000 rpm

244 HPPeak Power—

Liquid CooledCooling SystemLiquid Cooled

Electric StartIgnition SystemElectronic, digital transistor

IPM liquid-cooled electric motorEngine Layout—

Electric StartStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Not specifiedPower-to-Weight Ratio—

Not specifiedPower Consumption—

180 kWMotor Power—

Zero Emission (Electric)Emission StandardMeets EPA and CARB standards

Up to 28 kWh (LFCS option)Battery Power—

YesPower Mode Indicator—

—Displacement (cc)999.9

—Number of Cylinders4

—Valve ConfigurationDOHC

—Valves Per Cylinder4

—Bore81 mm

—Stroke48.5 mm

—Bore x Stroke81 mm x 48.5 mm

—Compression Ratio13.6:1

—Fuel Supply SystemPGM-DSFI (Programmed Dual Stage Fuel Injection)

Fuel & Mileage

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

15 kWhBattery Capacity—

188 milesRange—

YesRange Indicator—

Up to 335 milesRange Per Charge (Eco)—

160–180 milesRange Per Charge (Normal)—

Not specifiedRange Per Charge (Sport)—

Battery low indicatorLow Fuel Warning—

—Engine Oil Capacity4 L

—Fuel Tank Capacity16.5 L

—Average Mileage14.9 km/L

Performance & Speed

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

218 mphTop Speed—

2.0 secondsAcceleration (0-60)—

5.5 secondsAcceleration (0-100)—

NoQuick ShifterYes

NoLaunch ControlYes

AvailableTraction ControlHonda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)

Transmission & Drive

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

Single speedGear Pattern—

Chain drivePrimary Drive—

ChainFinal DriveChain

Chain driveDrive Chain/Belt Type—

—Number of Gears6

Dimensions & Weight

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

813 mmSeat Height830 mm

225 kgKerb Weight201 kg

495225Gross Weight—

Not specifiedBattery Weight—

—Overall Length2100 mm

—Overall Width745 mm

—Overall Height1140 mm

—Wheelbase1455 mm

—Ground Clearance115 mm

Brakes & Safety

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

Dual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating RotorsFront Brake TypeDual 330mm discs with radial-mount Brembo Stylema R 4-piston calipers

Single discRear Brake TypeSingle 220mm disc with 2-piston Brembo caliper

320 mmFront Brake Size—

240 mmRear Brake Size—

Dual-Channel ABSABS Type2-channel ABS with IMU

Not specifiedBraking Distance—

ProgrammableRegenerative Braking—

Two kill switchesAnti-Theft System—

YesCentral Lock—

NoRemote Lock—

YesHandle Lock—

YesSteering Lock—

Suspension & Handling

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

Öhlins FGRT inverted forkFront Suspension TypeOhlins 43mm NPX S-EC3.0 Smart-EC fork

Billet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 ShockRear Suspension TypeOhlins TTX36 S-EC3.0 Pro-Link swingarm

Fully adjustable Öhlins suspensionAdjustable Controls—

Not specifiedClimbing Ability—

—Front Suspension Travel125 mm

—Rear Suspension Travel143 mm

Wheels & Tires

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70-ZR17

190/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size200/55-ZR17

17 inchFront Wheel Size—

17 inchRear Wheel Size—

Forged AluminumWheel TypeAlloy

7075 Forged AluminumWheel Material—

—Tyre TypeTubeless

Electrical & Battery

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

Not specifiedMotor Efficiency—

Not specifiedMotor Life—

Integrated motor and controllerMotor Placement—

FluxVector Drive SystemMotor Controller—

300VController Voltage—

Not specifiedController Life—

380VBattery Voltage—

Not specifiedBattery Warranty—

NoBattery Removable—

YesBattery Health Check—

YesBattery Life Indicator—

YesBattery Management System—

12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)Charging Time—

YesCharging Port—

120-240V ACCharging Input—

AvailableFast Charging—

NoUSB Charging—

Lighting & Display

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

YesError Code Display—

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

NoHazard Light—

Digital race data acquisition systemDisplay TypeTFT full color

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge TypeDigital

Digital LCDClockYes

YesPass Light SwitchYes

NoSide Stand Indicator—

—Tachometer TypeDigital

Technology & Features

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

NoMobile Connectivity—

NoBluetooth Features—

NoNavigation—

Multiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)Riding Modes—

NoParking Mode—

NoReverse Mode—

—Trip MeterDigital

Comfort & Ergonomics

Lightning LS-218AttributeHonda CBR1000RR SP

Aerodynamic Carbon Fiber FairingsWind Protection—

Single seat with lumbar supportPillion SeatYes

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesPillion Grab Rails—

StandardFootpeg Position—

NoStorage Compartments—

Lightning LS-218 vs Honda CBR1000RR SP: Which one should you buy in Guinea-Bissau?

The Lightning LS-218 and Honda CBR1000RR SP are two popular motorcycles in Guinea-Bissau. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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