Honda Fireblade SP vs Ecosse Spirit ES1 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Fireblade SPstacks up against the Ecosse Spirit ES1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Fireblade SPEcosse Spirit ES1
Model year20142011
Price
Engine1000 cc1000 cc
Horsepower178 hp200 hp
Torque114 Nm190 Nm
Weight120 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 190/70-ZR17

Honda Fireblade SP vs Ecosse Spirit ES1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Fireblade SP and the Ecosse Spirit ES1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Fireblade SP brings 178 hp, while the Ecosse Spirit ES1 counters with 200 hp at 120 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: