By Felicity Quinn
Until the 2000 model year, the engine of the CBR900RR had not changed significantly from that of the advance research stage model, but it would now be completely redesigned. It became the first CBR series engine to adopt a fuel injection system (PGM-FI, Programmed Fuel Injection), displacement increased to 929cc, and maximum output rose significantly, to 148 PS. Without raising rigidity more than was necessary, this mechanism allowed the rear section to be optimally flexible during cornering. The result was a combination of superior cornering stability and extremely light handling worthy of a super sport bike. Now more than ever, the CBR900RR had become a super sport bike that any rider could enjoy.
