2022 Honda CB1000R Black Edition | First Ride Review

The Honda CB1000R has been around a few years and in that time its been subtly updated with improved styling and instrumentation. But what is this latest Black edition like? Let's go find out!
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[@brianrainey2739]

Its a CB1000/1100. Same review for the last 40 years. Its very well made. Its very reliable. It does everything well. It is very comfortable and very enjoyable to ride. It looks good. Its a Honda. If you gave me one I would keep it. 😁🇨🇦

[@jamesf8864]

I've recently returned to biking by buying a 2022 Honda CB650R after 4 years away. Absolutely loving it after 2.5 months and 2,000 miles of summer fun. More power would be fun, so I'm already eyeing up the CB1000R as a possible successor in the future. The 50 bhp hike would be fun without being a maniac, hopefully! Thanks for the video 👍

[@bcab7955]

Such an awesome unit, from what I've seen from previous reviews, most state the need for some extra preload on the shock and has undesirable feeling on the back end from the factory. The black edition is just that extra layer of beauty on an already striking package. Cheers mate, lovely machine.

[@adambrown6298]

Great review Chopsy. I'm considering one of these and am looking forward to the follow up review. Stay safe and all the best.

[@SPM1966SPM]

Thanks for another great post Chopsy. Definitely an aesthetically pleasing bike with the usual Honda quality finish. The only thing I'm not keen on is the rear axle rear wheel registration plate holder, just a personal preference, but a tail tidy always looks neater in my opinion. Look forward to the updates.

[@Chuubs]

This is currently on my shopping list now I'm looking for a new bike, really interested to see what you can show us and what you get up to on this bike. Keep these 1000r videos coming Chopsy, give me MOAR!!!

[@Snoozzzzzze]

Great review, thanks as I have recently found out that the seat to foot peg distance is a deciding factor for me with knee issues. 👍

[@duroxkilo]

great review, thank you be safe

[@PCERules]

Great video, I had a pre face lift 2017 model, the seat height is actually quite low and surprisingly narrow for an inline 4. Great bike in the twisties, suspension needs a bit of playing around but that Showa BPF's are old but decent tech. However, I shared the bike with the ex wife, who was only 5"7 and she could get flat footed on the floor. Underrated bikes in my eyes... but I bought one, so I am biased.

[@Kilty007]

So glad you're reviewing the updated version, Chopsie. There are so many clowns out there who rarely (if ever) take their bike to the track and base their entire opinion on the published stats, which is laughable. The CB1000r is a beautifully designed, well-made, high-performance roadster that never once professed to be a super-naked. It's stunning to see in person and it is surprisingly affordable for what you get. My only beef is I wish they still offered it in different colors here in the U.S..

[@thespectator5259]

For me, the lack of cruise control is what has me scratching my head. They put things like blinker auto cancel, and up and down quick-shift but no CC.🤔

[@markbenson7670]

I've got one I love it .I'm 6.3 and 16.and a half stone .I'm looking forward to your suspension tweaks

[@Josh-bp1km]

Saw this bike in-person today and omg what a beautiful machine 👌

[@powamoto]

Congrats on 100k Mate you deserve it ✌🚀👊👍💫🔥🔥🦾

[@LambChopRides]

Thank you 🙌

[@wattie1050]

Nice looking bike chopsy , sounds great made me think back to when I last had a inline four ?? And I was shocked to remember it was the mk1 bandit 1200.😮 been triples, twins , singles !!!! Putting me in the mood to get one again . Was thinking what great weather your having there till I saw the puddles here and there 😁 .the Honda always look well finished typical Honda quality . It definitely looks a good real world bike for the road .Great review as per usual.👍 keep it up chopsy I thought with that cool garage now we wouldn't see you outdoors till summer.😁👍

[@TheTonicro]

I absolutely love the way this bike looks Although nt1100 is a lot more suited for two up touring which I do 95% of the time. But to have this one just for fun would be amazing

[@dnast01]

I took one of these for a ride 2-3 years ago before buying my Tuono. I actually really liked this bike. Good bang for buck and good to ride. If I couldn’t afford Tuono I’d buy this

[@Hyper_4ever]

good job with audio mixing, was able to enjoy the music from engine 👍

[@dannyracer25]

Good first review chops I had the first addition and that was great but succumbed to mt10 2019 but honda was nice bike thanks from Danny 👍

[@pistolpete6321]

Great video, beautiful motorcycle!

[@UsernameKate]

Chopsy, the roads near you are WONDERFUL! Great review :)

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Kate! You need to come down this way for a spin 😁👍

[@SudeepC1973]

My new bike! Looking forward to your video’s until mine gets here in Canada. Number plate is in the perfect spot just like my old mt09

[@daveyt4802]

Great looking for sure!

[@bobz1736]

Great review of a great value bike ! Ps. Preload adjustment only changes ride height / sag. It doesn't 'stiffen up' the shock...

[@dukie1616]

Instant classic👏 Always liked that bike, probably because I learned to ride on an 82 cb750f. Well Chops let’s see what you end up doing with this lovely motorcycle.

[@seanmurphy637]

My first bike was also a '82 CB750F that I bought second hand in excellent condition in 1989.

[@Rogue_Wave5150]

85 750 sabre. 2001 vfr here

[@bryansuperduke1290r]

First thing b4 test ride is get the preload and damping set to suit your weight, that’s if the adjusters go up that far!

[@greatbigeye2506]

Absolutely gorgeous. Stunning.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review Chops of a classy high quality machine. Hopefully you can dial out some that wallow to make it a little sharper as it looks like a great road bike. No competition on build quality seemingly but how does the standard ride & suspension compare to the GSXS1000?

[@bytesandbikes]

Very nice looking bit of kit. On the maybe list for upgrade in a year or so

[@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior]

Such a sick bike! Cheers from NYC.

[@rafikshahnazarian7632]

Great looking bike , a bike you just wanna go out for no reason , like I used to do when living in Ramsgate . Now in London it’s crazy

[@2e0bgb]

Smooth power, sounds nice.

[@prndownload]

I test rode the old cb1000r back in around 2009 after I'd already purchased a street triple and I loved it. I found the engine and gearbox was so slick and responsive that you can really take full advantage of first gear before changing up or down to/from 2nd. It loved to be ridden in the high revs. Was always planning to get one but they stopped bringing them to Australia after 2011. I was really excited when they came out with the new one but was worried it looks too nice to use as a daily commuter so I'll end up feeling like I need to wash it every week. For me it's between CB1000R, GSXS1000, MT09 for a daily commuter. If it were just a leisure bike I'd go for Tuono or Superduke. My street triple got stolen twice within 6 months in 2018 and the 2nd time I didn't get it back. Too scared to get a bike given I don't have secure parking but might be moving this year. If I'm close to work I'll probably just get an ebike and wait until I get my own place with garage then get a superduke to ride on a Sunday when it's not raining.

[@laz1go286]

Where do you live bro, Melbourne? Just asking for bike safety. I'm in NSW and it's pretty safe here.

[@s4m130]

@@laz1go286 discontinued in Australia

[@laz1go286]

@@s4m130 I get bro. But that wasn't my question

[@alanshearing7515]

Nice review. Bike is obviously targeting people who want a naked but on a budget , a difficult sector to please everybody. Lots to like it’s a Honda , built in quality. Looking forward to your opinion on suspension changes . Looks like you could have tested wading depth!. Stay safe .

[@ImranPangilinan]

Ahhh Lamb Chop Rides, one of my fave motorcycle reviewers

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks 😁👍

[@BlueCrabWarrior]

I love a lot of things on mine, I have a 2023. It’s been about 3 months now. The single swing arm design is beautiful and quick shifter is an absolute treat. I love 3rd gear on the highways. But no cruise control still is surprising to me, the blinker switch for me is in a bad spot and I wish it had just few lbs of torque in the low end. But I still absolutely love the bike and well worth the $12k.

[@philipfisher4244]

Hi Chopsie - Just checking when you will post the 2nd part of this review?

[@alwarren2653]

In the follow up video, if not recorded already, whether gearing was changed from the 2018/19 model please. I could've been the mapping, or both. I am looking forward to the follow up on the suspension and chassis flex.

[@grayman999]

Definitely a bike I have always admired however the seat and leg position was too much for my liking at 68 years old an issue which you discussed I always thought it was more about roadster then super bike and even after all that I have said I would love to have one I’m similar dimensions to you so this was a relevant review and really well done 👍 ❤

[@maiken8434]

Watching with interest, I have a 2019 and love it....but wouldn't mind seeing what you do with the suspension. I've jacked up the rear preload a bit and with more weight over the front it's definitely sharper but that rear shock is a bit crap as standard

[@KB-yj5xp]

I’ve put 20,000 km on my black edition and I love it. For me the rear shock is the weakest link and I put an ohlins rear on it and it transformed the ride completely. I also have a z900rs with 65,000 km and I’m always torn between which one I want to ride more. Get this above 6000 rpm and the fun starts.

[@Rocknium1]

How about vibrations?

[@KB-yj5xp]

@@Rocknium1 there are some especially if you are riding in the upper rpm, my hand starts to go numb after a couple hours

[@furmanvit]

@@KB-yj5xp are you millionaire?

[@KB-yj5xp]

@@furmanvit I have 3 motorcycles, therefore I have no money, I'd consider myself a hundred-aire.

[@furmanvit]

@@KB-yj5xp I just forgot that you are not from Israel) Here Moto cost twice higher. For example , new Honda cbr650r cost 16600$ and the insurance cost 1500$.

[@denominatorxero720]

So I have the 21 and will be getting a Woolich tune in a few weeks. This will unleash the full power potential and remove that annoying power flat spot on the mid RPM range, and also can remedy the throttle as it is very restricted, I was told 33% WOT max in first gear... Everything you say (soft suspension, under tuned and more comfortable power delivery) is absolutely correct and can be fixed, once you get it stiffened it's so much better handling. Combined with a tune this bike WILL be more competitive to supernakeds in it's class

[@jaredmotopnw]

Great video! In the market for a new bike. Was looking at this, the Z900 RS cafe, and the Speed Triple. Any thoughts on the CB1000 vs these other ones? I just road my friends Z900 RS cafe and was SUPER impressed! Currently riding a 2020 Twin 1200, but kind of outgrew it (and really dislike the lack of any suspension). Mainly twisty road riding and looking at doing 3-4 track days per year.

[@RutgerSmets]

So a bit more of a Roadster than a true Supernaked. Maybe one day if I ever grow up, then. Looks great in the black though. Thanks for the video! But right now my new MT-10SP has just arrived at the dealer, I have a great 2023 to look forward to!

[@LambChopRides]

Oh lovely Rutger enjoy it! 👍

[@PutOnYourLid]

John, I Rode the Bike Last week and noticed the same suspension issue although i am a little lighter than you are. The pre-load adjust at the back fixed it completely, and gave me a lot more cornering confidence.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks for the info!

[@HalfdeadRider]

Bikes a usually set up for a light rider, so suspension set up is almost always essential. It should tell you in the user manual what the stock settings are for a rider of a certain weight, in my case it was set up for a rider of about 65kg, so I put my suspension setting to stock and tightened it all up a bit more (preload, compression and damping) as I'm around 20kg heavier.

[@allwheeldrive]

This ride begs for the follow-up on the suspension setup. This is certainly not unusual for ANY bike, and it's always a good idea to dial-in your preferences before flipping on the camera. Great-looking bike with mature Honda smoothness and reliability!

[@motomat2]

Had a first edition almost new ,couldn't live with the feel.After lots of twiddling . Also sketchy paintwork reviews moved on pretty quick . Lovely looking bike if you like looking at it but just didn't get it overall.tbh. Bike has now had over 6 owners now and only maybe 10k miles,says something.. Good review 👍

[@martin4819]

I have the 2018 version with 20k miles. I blacked out a lot of the same parts before they came out with the blacked out version which makes it look a whole lot better……which I’m assuming Honda deduced also. It was just to “splotchy” looking with so much silver and black going on. I really like the look of the bike and u don’t see too many so it’s a unique bike for people to see. Hondas build quality is so good (they really know how to make a compact bike) that people always think it’s a 600!

[@martinhughes9769]

This is one Honda that I do like the look of ,

[@Dirtyratzzz]

Hi Chops, great review! I would love to see you ride the Kawasaki z900se. It seems to be overlooked in the UK market and no one has seemed to have reviewed it on our roads.

[@LambChopRides]

The problem is Kawasaki are not very forthcoming with press bikes to Vloggers.. I will see what I can do 👍

[@Dirtyratzzz]

@@LambChopRides Cheers Chopsie, fingers crossed 🤞

[@Brandenuzis]

I don’t think I’ve ever disliked anything from Honda. I have a atc250r three wheeler, a trx450, a crf250 and a cb650r. Kawis are ehh but I’ve always been a diehard Honda guy😂

[@sandeep_yadav_IT]

Very nice

[@anushabasnet7469]

before I even watch this I would like to admire this beauty. been on one since 2018 it's already been more than 4 years 38k on odo still runs like butter..no issue at all ride it almost every day. so folks don't just trust specs on paper ..ride it to feel it .super amazing machine especially for all those daily riders out there and 143bhp will surprise you on the road and puts a smile as u go.. cheers

[@aleksandrkorovin1524]

Good video , can u recommend this after Suzuki gsx 8s or better gsx s1000 , I’m doing a lot of twisty roads

[@andyh9068]

I love mine in bordeaux red but it will look better once I get an evotech tail tidy. Highly recommend the arrow race can which sounds awesome with the baffle removed

[@steveparish9210]

Beautiful bike!!!

[@alp3781]

I am not into naked bikes, but the CB is slick. Triumph Rocket 3 should have the same TFT as the CB. I bet this engine will run for forever.

[@Labgorilla]

That is a beautiful machine .

[@conalloreilly3543]

Hey Chops, great content mate. Ta for reminder of cuppa, almost forgot coffee! Love the Cbr but ended up buying gxs 1000 s. Bit more range and comfort, bit cheaper. C 😀

[@LambChopRides]

Great to hear! 😁👍

[@deankruse4491]

This is a CB, not a CBR test. 🙂

[@mv_biker1450]

Great bike all together

[@PureEvolution]

My brother has this bike its a very nice bike very gentleman like too

[@scottamolinari]

And yes, Honda improved the engine's mapping for the 2020 from what I've read. So, if you tried a 2019 or 2018, the useful torque was higher up in the powerband. They've basically flattened the torque curve.

[@surjitsingh204]

Sooo beautiful bayk

[@MatNewtonTrio]

Nice looking bike and a silky smooth motor. Be interesting to see what improvements can be made after a little tweak of the suspension. If you’re a laid back kind of rider it’s probably great right out of the box. Still absolutely hate those number plates, really spoils a nice rear.

[@KB-yj5xp]

Yes for just a regular street bike the factory rear is fine, I wanted to track mine once in a while so I upgraded to an ohlins and it’s fantastic now.

[@JDeezle21]

Rear Shock spring is two light. It’s in all the forums and reviews.

[@morganmartin9286]

Huge congrats on the 100k ! Very well deserved. How does this bike match up against the gsxs1000 ?

[@LambChopRides]

Good question! Might do a comparison review to find out 👍

[@morganmartin9286]

@@LambChopRides the Honda definitely wins in the looks department

[@alwarren2653]

Chopsie, when you tested the 2018/19 model you said the headlamp works well. A few owners have said the headlamp doesn't provide very good illumination and have fitted auxiliary lamps that may mess up the looks. How did you find the headlamp's performance riding at night?

[@nickdawes8712]

I would swap the exhaust end can for a leovince,stubby end can,looks and sounds gorgeous

[@jrodthegreat1]

Imagine if Honda did a CBX1100 (like the cbx1050) with the I6 but INTENTIONALLY made it sound like a V10 era f1 car. Like a special edition that would be something

[@yorkshire1290DUKE-R]

The display can be changed to 3 different layouts and the background contrast between black and white. At 13 stone, I found the handling fine. That fugly exhaust had to be swapped for an akrapovic.

[@jimsadler8704]

Great review, Chops. In your experienced opinion what would be the most comfortable naked bike for me? I'm 6' 3" and 18 stone.

[@LambChopRides]

Superduke 👍

[@Bow-to-the-absurd]

Bit of chopsy and dave hewson with the morning coffee!

[@wanderlpnw]

When Honda announced they were releasing a sport tourer, I was really hoping it would be an upright tourer based on this bike.

[@markharrison2484]

I had the 2019 CB and was soooo hoping I’d be able to replace it with a sports tourer version. Unfortunately what we got was the NT1100. I’ve now got a Ninja 1000sx.

[@Banditmanuk]

Congratulations on 100K, lots of hard work to get there. Followed Andy Man Cams journey with his and there were issues and think he's sold. For me, a similar size and weight to you, the MT10 wins on comfort for the bigger boned man. Hate the rear end styling Thanks for the review but not for me.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks 👍

[@dnyaneshwarahire8479]

Awesome

[@DeutscheCarFan]

induction sound is rather nice)

[@stephenchapman8344]

Certainly looks the part.👍

[@stevenkerry3101]

nice looking bike chopsy i know what you mean about the pegs and low seat height it reminds me of my z900 which i had a was a very good bike but after in the seat i got cramp in my knees if the seat would have been another 40 mil taller it would have been perfect for me as i am the same build has me .

[@cyryl3693]

Between Z900RS or CB1000R, which would you pick? Thanks for the review!

[@Mike_P646]

Take a shot every time Chops says he's gonna have a play with the suspension 😂

[@LambChopRides]

Haha 🤣 👍

[@puneetshrivastava581]

Such a good bike

[@SweeneyTTodd]

Not the best selling Honda , so as a Honda fan , I'm looking forward to hearing how you get along with it Best regards Shaun

[@unclemearl]

Was considering this then I bought the rs765. Being similar in size I'm now thinking either the speed or s1000r m sport next ill give this a miss 🤔

[@xpllmmff]

As I checked your video, I found you have ridden all (CB1000R, GSXS1000 and MT10) but one liter street bike from Japan big four as well as BMWS1000R. How would you comment on their difference and characters and wish you can give some thorough review and verdict after future testing on Kawasaki Z1000.

[@traviscarter9300]

You're correct about taller riders. I own this bike. 2021 version and I'm 6 ft tall. Slightly cramped. Not bad but it's a thing. Other than that.. love it. I bought an adventure bike (1290 super adventure) a year after buying this CB1000R and unfortunately, the CB just sits in the garage now. 🤔

[@gauravdhakad2317]

Woww it's model is great

[@djking44151]

I wish they hadn't messed with the styling of this bike. The CB650 looks much better in my opinion

[@chris_rides_kawasaki]

Being built for comfort rather than speed happens to all of us in the end..😄

[@JB-nj4cp]

Anything new with the suspension's tweak?

[@BarnettSpeedSuzukiThou]

Good luck if you think increasing the preload will firm it up.

[@alanbirch9663]

I’d like to see some handle bar end tassels

[@vagueWhelk]

I took one out for a test ride after I’d basically already decided on a speed triple 1200. The Speedy is probably a better bike all round but I love the cb1000 for how smooth and easy it is

[@BigbubbaJ1000]

I had one of these when they came out. The plus version. Worst bike I’ve had and I’ve had many Hondas. The paint scratched on the tank if you washed it and it had rust on the seam. I got caught in the rain once and the clocks were water logged and had to be replaced. The seat had a tear in the cover on the underside but the replacement was worse. The paint on the engine was peeling underneath. It rode well but quality control was a joke. 2 cbr 600, 2 fireblade, 2 vfr750, vfr1200, 2 forza 300, ntv 650, sp1, and this was the last Honda for me.

[@deankruse4491]

Yes, Hondas are no longer as reliable as they used to be from all the videos and stories I’ve been listening to. From what I hear many of the parts are from China now.

[@DaleMt09sp]

One of the nicer looking bikes out there imo my local Honda dealer has one as a demo may get out on it just because 😂 I’m 6/3 and 15 stone so seems there’s not a lot of bikes that fit us

[@victorgonza4528]

Hill climb road very wet , beautiful machine hard to find one in stock.

[@Corn8Bit]

My dream bike. Maybe someday.

[@robinsmiggy3884]

Yes it’s nice, but take a look at Guy Willisons 5Four version which is how Honda should have done it in my view, bit pricey but it looks great. Standard bike just missing that bit of excitement

[@TheBiggerrich]

Comes with black glasses too 😉

[@JayEss414]

nice bike

[@TheScortUK]

Had one as a loan bike back in 19 or 20, and never worked out the green light thing 😁 The bike was pretty axing though, smooth and powerful - but I found the rear seat cowl just buzzed my arse all the time

[@cuttsick8333]

There is a few settings for that light... the best setting is off. Mine just goes red for the fuel light.

[@Kurlach]

Shame about the issues AndyManCam had with his but that was an earlier model. Maybe he was just unlucky. Nice looking bike, sounded very smooth