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HONDA UK CREATES LIMITED EDITION MCGUINNESS
Honda ’ s UK arm is celebrating John McGuinness ’ 100th Isle of Man TT start with a very special run of 30 CBR1000RR-R . McGuinness and Honda have a strong history at the Isle of Man , so it makes sense they want to commemorate the race legend ’ s 100th start , which also came in the same year as the Fireblade ’ s 30th anniversary . Honda UK is determined to join the two names together forever by creating just 30 John McGuinness 100th Start replica CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SPs . “ The stars aligned for me to be back on a Honda Fireblade for my 100th TT start ,” said a delighted McGuinness . “ It ’ s an awesome bike and has meant so much to me over my career . And , if I think about it , to so many other riders over the last 30 years too . I ’ m proud of my connection with its place in TT history and of this , my replica . There is no event like the Isle of Man TT in the world and this motorcycle celebrates Honda ’ s , and my own part , racing in it . That feels good . Really good .”
“ We are absolutely delighted to celebrate these icons and bring two such important names in racing together , John McGuinness and the Fireblade , to make this special edition ”, said Honda UK ’ s Head of Motorcycles Neil Fletcher . “ It gives those lucky few people their chance to own a bit of history . We couldn ’ t be prouder of the outcome .” In celebration of the Fireblade ’ s 30th year Honda already produced , in limited numbers , a 30th Anniversary model and it ’ s this already special bike that forms the base of the new John McGuinness 100th Start replica . As standard , the details set it apart ; on startup , there ’ s a ‘ Ring of Fire ’ screen animation as the display loads . The serial number is laserengraved on the top yoke and 30th Anniversary logos are found on the Smart Key and laserengraved on the Akrapovic muffler , marking the machine ’ s special place in Honda history . But then , the special factor goes up several notches with not only a full replica respray , incorporating Gold detailing and film strip
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