Honda CB750 Hornet | Ride Review | What a Hoot | pls read description.

Sorry about the distortion at higher speeds, it is what it is I’m afraid.
Please join us for at least some of this rather long ride on the New Honda Hornet 750. The ethos of the original Hornet, was fun, can the new incarnation follow suit. If you watch, you will find out ................. :-)
I am sorry that this ride is so long, and I know that most people won't get half way through, but please watch the first half at least, the road from Woore to Audlem was fun. Then I didn't just want to take the Hornet back, without trying on another road, then changed my mind, and came back to Woore before succumbing to the fact that, it wasn't my bike, and I couldn't just keep riding it, so back to the shop then !
Thanks to Ian and Dean at Staffordshire Honda for letting me loose on the Hornet.
www.staffordshirehonda.co.uk/
For those who don’t like watching boring town/traffic rides, here are the fun naughty bits for you to scroll through to.
10.43 - 13.22
15.00 - 16.46
18.08 - 18.52
25.14 - 26.08
26.47 - 28.28
30.55 - 32.23
34.28 - 36.13
38.56 - 30.39
Hope you enjoyed this video, Thanks for Watching !
Mentions :
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See here for a fact filled video :
• 2023 Honda Hornet 750 ...
Recorded on a DJI Osmo Action 3
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[@RodKrisBisdakMotovlog]

That's absolutely pretty cool and awesome bigbike bro. Keep it up and more vidz to come. RIDE SAFE ALWAYS brother

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you, there will be another similar, big bike coming soon, maybe in a week or so. 🤔😉😁

[@redlion001]

Great review. I also had a test ride and my own thoughts chime with yours. As for the comments about speed and not going fast enough - there's a reason why we're grey haired motorcyclists and living to tell the tale. A bit of sense and a bit of respect for others whilst having a bit of fun - a good balance. I'm picking up my Hornet in a month and can't wait!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂 Yes, we might be old fuddy duddies, but could still show a clean pair of heels to the inexperienced out there. I value my license too much, so pick and choose where I have “fun”. Excellent to hear that you are getting one, I am quite envious 😉. Thanks for the comment, much appreciated.

[@PharaohDeathMask]

I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for making and uploading it.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you, much appreciated.

[@MerciaMoto]

Hi Ian, thanks for doing this review and sharing your thoughts. I found it interesting to hear an opinion of an original hornet owner. I've previously owned both the original Hornet 600 and 900 myself and loved them both. That exhaust sounds lovely. Honda have really priced this perfectly, I can see it being a big seller for them. I know what you mean about test rides I daren't do one as I know I'd need a garage extension! 🤣 Cheers 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I admit to almost buying the 900, but I had already made a mistake by part exchanging a CB400 Superfour for a 1200 Bandit, so I was reluctant to go from the Hornet 600 to the 900. I decided I was far more “competitive” on a mid capacity bike 😉. The new Hornet, is definitely a little hooligan. I rode a similar bike yesterday, similar as in a revvy modern parallel twin (I am leaving that vid for a while though), but it just didn’t give me the same feeling as the Hornet. Fortunately, I don’t have a plentiful supply of £££’s so no chance of being overly tempted, though I can dream of winning the lottery 😂 Cheers

[@delwilliams9042]

I took one out for a test ride and bought one 😂 Lovely little bike ❤

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Great news, lucky you 😎

[@patmaher5500]

Enjoyed the vid, and even watched start to finish, seriously considering one of those as my next bike, first big bike as it were, oddly enough popped into the same dealership last weekend to look around and ask about them, but the guy on sales seemed really disinterested, so much so wasn't inclined to talk about it beyond we've only 2 colours in, and order one today and you still won't see it here until September at earliest and wandered off, I may end up getting one, but if that's a example of their sales efforts I'd hate to rely on them being interested in a warranty issue, but seriously, subscribed and enjoyed watching a couple of yours today including the BSA.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you so much. It is a shame that you were made to feel that way, I do know that they are struggling to get new bikes from Honda, but there is no need to be disinterested, especially when this is a relatively new dealership. These review videos of mine are quite long, so I thank you for sticking with them 😂, but I don’t think you can get a true feel for something, with just a half an hour round the block. I have an interesting/different bike coming up within the next fortnight, you might like that too. Thanks again, and your sub means a lot.

[@patmaher5500]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield no worries, good no nonsense reviews are always worth a watch, I reckon a long video as a viewer can let us pick up how you start to feel about a bike, lot's of emotions to be drawn to with any bike if it's half decent, so I'd rather see 40 mins of everything than 15 mins of catch phrase driven drivel 😄 by an influencer 🤮, but yes I judge a retailer by how they treat customers, having worked in trade it's the customer experience we all buy into, I'll take a look at the Chester area dealership since Crewe doesn't do the Honda's now. I will definitely enjoy more vids, who knows I might even end up with a R E

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@patmaher5500 I was going to suggest the other’s, after all, it’s easy enough to get there. Roger at Crewe, is hoping to get an array of Enfield’s to test ride sometime in May. Have a go on the Interceptor, it might just surprise you. Though no gadgets and gizmo’s, being very basic. I am biased though 😂. If you scroll down through my vids, the 16 month owners review is quite a good one. Not as quick as the main stream offerings of course, but fun all the same 😉 Thanks again.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I have compiled a “Just the fun bits” video for anyone who can’t be bothered to watch the full version, but won’t release for a while yet. You can have a look though, as you have earned the right 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2WoZouursaLp7s

[@dinomalta712]

You need to try the Suzuki S8 to get a comparison, all the "Pro" testers say it's the Dogs danglys! Nice review, Cheers DINO.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you. Yes, next time we are visiting family down in Cheshire, I will see if the local Suzuki dealer has one, and will let me take it out. 👍

[@Wigglesway]

Naughty is the new buzz word! Cracking bike that for the money, certainly picks it feet up.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Indeed it is, and very fitting for the Hornet. Definitely a bargain. I have taken another twist on the trendy twins for a ride, and will post that up at a later date. Cheers

[@bradsanders6954]

Its cool getting all fizzy over a new model, but at the price there's no doubt the suspension is cheaper than chips. Same as any true econo box overly styled japanese bike. I bought a new SV 650 once after all the glowing reviews...........replacing the suspension completely turned out to be the only fix. The boingers only looked like suspension................reviewers really go light on this sort of thing. They tend towards glowing praise.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I actually do tend to say if there is something I am not keen on, but let’s be totally honest, there aren’t any “bad” motorcycles produced these days. Manufacturers can’t produce a keenly priced motorcycle, without cutting corners here and there. Ok, the suspension aren’t adjustable all singing, all dancing Ohlins, but they work. I found it handled well enough. My channel is mainly scenic rides on my Royal Enfield Classic 350, but when the opportunity arises to take something out for a spin, I take it. I did take another “budget” bike out, which really did impress me kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4fYg6mtebebnZosi=ir_mEiE8nJWFmBYy most of my other reviews are on RE’s and the BSA.

[@petebennett7008]

Nice review mate really like this model bike 👍🏻

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Cheers bro. It’s a right hooligan 😁😎

[@rachelsvlogs6097]

Definitely a beast off a bike Ian

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Indeed. 😁😎

[@jfro5867]

I had a 600 Hornet in 1998 too, had a great time on it. Tried the 900 version sometime later and that was decent albeit unremarkable. Think this new 750 version could be hitting the sweet spot.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Definitely, as with the original, this is fun too. I rather enjoyed this blast 😉

[@crumblymal8479]

Very interesting Ian ! this is one that I have given some serious thought about ,I am not normally that into the angular look of todays bikes but this one to me has a good symmetry about it .I get exactly what you say about not wanting to like it as you enjoyed the 4 cylinder version of yester year, it is the same for me with the new Kawasaki Z650 as I had the original one and loved it and regret ever swapping it in . Ian mate if got one of these I am sure it wouldn't make a jot of difference to you subscribers I reckon , I think I do prefer this even to the 765 Street although down on horses this looks better to me and is one hell of a lot cheaper, although I do recall that TAYM was not so enamored with this one 😆.This has the same horses as my XJR which does appeal since it weighs a lot less although I won't part with that .Great watch much enjoyed and I just have to try one this summer no doubt's.👌👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Definitely get on one, even if to just scratch that itch. I wish though that they hadn’t called it the Hornet, in the same way Kawasaki did with the Z650 (I too enjoyed both mine), and in some way BSA with the Goldstar. But, I guess the manufacturers are trying to play with our emotions, and winning to a certain extent. RR, mentioned the Honda GB750 which is apparently coming in 2024. With the styling being a modern take on the historic CB750’s. I have looked on Google, and it looks a peach. Look forward to seeing that one, as it uses the same engine. As for not losing subs, I have lost a couple from the release of this video, goodness knows what will happen next week when I put out another “interesting” demo ride out 😂. Cheers

[@crumblymal8479]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield 😂Well I'm goin nowhere !

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

So pleased to hear that. I will be working on a lit tone on the 350 this afternoon fir uploading later this week. Thank you

[@blearyview2254]

Well that was a mega ride👍 I really like the bike in Black as it really pops. I think the headlight is butt ugly but the rest of the bike is really nice. Sounded like you had a blast 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

There are a few bits that are butt ugly, but I wouldn’t care 😂. I really did enjoy it, now how can I get my hands on £7k + whatever the SC projects can is + a custom paint job 🤔. Cheers

[@blearyview2254]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Be quick, Honda will no doubt not stick with the launch price for long. I would have one but I have already emptied out the stash 😁

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Stock is low already. I was talking to a chap who placed a deposit on a Grey one about a month ago, now been told that the earliest he can expect it to arrive, is August. He wasn’t happy 😢. They had a yellow one in stock, but it is a kind of Matt finish, not good. The dealership have tried to swap the yellow one with other dealers, for a grey one to fulfil the chaps order, but they are all hanging on to what they have got. I have just looked up the price of the exhaust……..£900 😳😂. I honestly couldn’t afford a new bike anyway, perhaps a good job 🙄😂

[@blearyview2254]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield I know the Dundee dealer had a lot of white Hornets, but the last time I was in there was only one left on showroom floor and it is probably gone by now. I did see a yellow Hornet in the flesh and actually thought is looked not that bad but it was bright. I am in same boat regards bikes, all spent up for the foreseeable future so going to enjoy the lovely bikes I have, if anything I should reduce to two bikes cannot see it happening.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@blearyview2254 good on you Alex, just remember you can’t take the £’s with you when you pop your clogs. That’s my mantra anyway 😂

[@VinayKumar-db4qz]

The display goes dim, when the speed increases, I like that feature.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Ha ha, We wish 🤣

[@johnflavin1602]

It has an inbuilt “naughty” function.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@johnflavin1602 😂 oh yes

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

Now then Ian, enjoyed that, reckon you did too eh🤪. She would sit well next to Clem and Honour in your stable if you fancy one. Great work, cheers bud. Neil aka Mr Grizzly.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Morning Neil, unfortunately funds won’t stretch to another bike. In 2024, Honda are apparently bringing out a Classic looking version called the GB750 with twin shocks, and paint reminiscent of the original CB750. Now that really would send me in a quandary, providing they didn’t de-tune it too much. I do still quite like to get a serious wriggle on occasionally, if nothing else other than to show, that I still can 😂 Cheers

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Are they now, tis interesting. I know what you meant when you said you didn’twant to like the new Hornet. As the owner of a 1977 750K7 I really don’t think I could cope if Honda make this a twin like Kawasaki have with their 650. Especially when their brilliant 900 remained true to 4 potts.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

It will be a twin, based on the new Hornet. We just have to live with the fact that reinventing the old names on new bikes is on trend. Look at BSA and the Goldstar, I know we all go on about it, but that’s the way it’s going. Have a look on Google at the GB750, looks very pretty, apart from the exhaust, which should really be one on both sides, like the Interceptor, but then that would put the cost up I suppose. Cheers

[@GapBahnDirk]

You are THE Hornet expert Ian. Straight into sport mode on the Honda Hooner! I did see somewhere how the Hornet does like to tip in at low speed on bends in parking lots😁 A good bike for overtaking and it sounds good! The question is, can you still be happy on the Interceptor? I bet the answer is Yeeeessss 👍👍😂😂

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Absolutely, no problem there. Even after having this seriously fun experience, I couldn’t part with either of my Enfield’s. I love 😍 them too much. This demo was fine when turning at slow speeds, the one you mentioned, might just have had a glitch on board. They happen occasionally 😂

[@icedidi]

Morning cheeky! 😆

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂

[@GapBahnDirk]

@@icedidi Any resemblance to any person, living or dead, is purely coincidental........

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂🤔😎😂

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

What an absolute bargain for £7k I passed my test on a Hornet so I have fond memories of the old one but this one looks like a very good modern take on the old bike even with 2 missing cylinders. I'm like you Ian I'm not too keen on the pointy styling but I think Honda could have been a little braver with the styling with this being the look they were going for but overall it looks like they've done a brilliant job.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I think a black framed one, with a Dream Machine paint job (maybe a Rothmans Honda style) with gold wheels, and a tail tidy, it would look pretty damn good. Oh how I wish my lotto numbers would come up 🙄😎😂 Cheers

[@Grumpy-Goblin]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield haha it sounds like you've given this much more thought than you really should 🤣

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@Grumpy-Goblin yes, but it won’t be happening. It’s true that I would like one in the stable, but I just couldn’t part with either of my Royal Enfield’s 🤗

[@icedidi]

Glad you had a blast. For the money this bike is unbeatable, the new Suzuki is very good but heavier, less power and more expensive. I'm enjoying mine 😁

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

It’s a great bike ice, but I will stick to watching your Hornet story unfold. Cheers

[@ruahinesrider]

I like the Honda GB 750 coming out next year a modern Retro too.Could see people trading their Hornets in for the GB 750 while their Hornet still under warranty & low kms & cash the difference up the GB is a looker.There is also a 750 Scrambler coming too probably be next year or late next year hopefully.

[@ruahinesrider]

​@@ianhughesroyalenfield I could see Ian on a Honda GB 750 modern retro same engine as Hornrt & be in Scrambler.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@ruahinesrider oooo, haven’t seen anything about that. Will have to Google it. If it has the same engine with similar characteristics, then that would be a Hoot too. Cheers RR

[@ruahinesrider]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield It does have the same engine & so does Scrambler 750 that be released in near future.

[@TAYM]

Excellent video 😊 I can really see you with a hornet you naughty boy 😊

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Thank you Mr TAYM, I can see me with one too, but unless my numbers come up, it isn’t going to happen. Wouldn’t part with either of my Enfield’s, but it’s good to be reminded that I can still be naughty occasionally 😇. I was a bit naughty on a different one yesterday, that vid will be out next week, but there will be a short Clementine one out before that 😊

[@TAYM]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield marvellous 😁 can’t wait to see that 😁

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@TAYM I don’t think everyone agrees with you, I have lost some subscribers after publishing this video. 😢

[@TAYM]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield they come and go, some by mistake, some by choice 🙄 I lost about 30 when I put up the electric videos 😂😂😂

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@TAYM it’s a shame though. I am not comfortably enough over the 1k to go losing any 😢. I am wondering if subscribers are thinking I have changed the dynamics of my channel, when nothing could be farther from the truth. It will still be mainly ride vids with some test rides thrown in. 🤔. Cheers

[@SOLOMOTOUK]

Icedidi got one absolutely good all rounder 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Yes, I mentioned him a couple of times in this. He will have fun when it’s run in 😉

[@tdunster2011]

No centre stand and no provision to fit Bobbins for a paddock stand. And yet that fit a quick shifter which is pretty much pointless on this type of bike. Appreciate your video though - did a good job and very balanced in your appraisal rather than sounding like a salesman for Honda as have most others.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Cheers. If you have a look at most of the modern bikes from all the manufacturers, very few have centre stands or provision for them, which is a huge negative for me. Fannying around at the back end, getting everything in line for a successful, safe lift, on uneven ground, even with bobbins is a pain in the arse. At that moment in time on the ride, caught up in the emotion of it all, I would have happily ridden it home, but……..on reflection, I don’t think it would be a keeper. Can’t put a finger on why though ! Thanks for your comment.

[@Mr450pro]

It’s a naked bike, not a adv bike. No body puts center stands on bikes anymore. I won’t ride a bike without quick shifter anymore, got one fitted on my Hornet best upgrade ever.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

For those of us who have been riding for many years, we can remember when all bikes came with a “main” or “centre” stand. They were in the days before “Adventure” bikes were even thought of. There aren’t that many Adventure bikes which come with a centre stand as standard, but they are available as an optional extra. Although I see the benefits of a quick shifter on the track, I have managed for over 45 years without one on the road. I did have one on a Yamaha Tracer 900 in 2019, but rarely used it. At the end of the day, we all like different things. I like the convenience of having a centre stand, and the ability to still use a clutch for gear changes. Cheers

[@sknell9493]

Love everything about this bike! ... When will Honda bring it to Canada ?

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Good afternoon. Yes, the Hornet is a cracking bike, great for “scratching”, and touring. I really can’t understand how you haven’t got it over there yet. Have you contacted Honda dealers, to see if they have had an update as to whether you will actually be getting it ?

[@sknell9493]

2024 Toronto motorcycle show in February, I'll find out from Honda reps then 👍

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@sknell9493 sounds like a plan my friend 😎🤗

[@rachelsvlogs6097]

Gorgeous bike so when is it coming to join honour and clem ❤🤣

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

It’s not mate. There is no way I can afford one without parting with the other’s, and that isn’t going to happen 😉

[@mindcave]

You mentioned the SC project. Did you ride one without it? We don't have them here in Australia yet and I can attest, the stock exhaust makes the bike sound like an absolute beast on its own! I don't even see the need to get a full exhaust from a sound perspective. Then again, with the performance it has, I don't even see the need to get a full exhaust for performance gains. But my oh my it's has some potential with a full exhaust and a dyno.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Unfortunately not, this is the only Hornet they had as a demo. Apparently, Hornet’s are quite hard to get hold of here now. With prospective new owners having to wait till August before they take delivery. I have watched some other demo’s, and they do say the std exhaust sounds well. I would imagine that other brands of “silencer”, would be just as fruity, and much cheaper. Since publishing this video, I had a look at the price of the SC Projects exhaust…… £900 😳..that is a lot of money. Had a look on eBay, saw some rather nice looking cans for around £400. As I mentioned in the review, there is enough power, and how the power is delivered, to satisfy most people……it would certainly be enough for me, but I’m knocking on a bit 😂 Cheers

[@mindcave]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield wow. That's quite the wait now then for people. Thank goodness I got in when I did! I imagine the likes could happen here also! Been an absolute blast thus far and it just keeps getting better and better the more I ride it!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I was actually quite surprised as to how easy the Hornet was to ride (quite quickly), considering only about two hours earlier, I had been riding the BSA Goldstar. Plus before that I had been riding either my Interceptor or Classic 350. The demo bike, had probably been thrashed from day one, so I have no doubt that a carefully run in bike, will be so much better. You have a cracking bike, I am quite envious tbh, please enjoy the thrill. You can always come back on here and tell me how you are getting on with it. All the best.

[@mindcave]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield put it this way, I had a monster 937 on order. My bike was misallocated. But for $9000 cheaper, I got the Hornet and it's just as easy and just as much find to ride as the 937. That's how it's coming along! 🤩 The perfect step up from my MT-03.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

@@mindcave Briliant 😎

[@benmidgeley266]

Would you recommend this for a first bike? Hopefully passing my direct access soon

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I don’t see why not, the throttle goes both ways, just don’t go mad until you get used to the bike, the roads and other users. 👍 Take care.

[@carltongayle5461]

Hi Ian. Im a 62 year old who just passed my test. Would you recommend the hornet or possibly the 650 interceptor? Read that the interceptor has cheap parts and poor tyres. How do you honestly find it? Also looking at the cb500 or nc750x hondas. Any views appreciated.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Hmm this is so complex. No easy answer. The Hornet is a quick bike, no two ways about it, quite a bit quicker than the Interceptor, and CB500’s. It does lack a bit of character, but that won’t bother most riders who are looking at it. Suspension is quite hard too, but as you can see from my test ride, I had fun, and that’s what motorcycling should be all about. Being air cooled, the Interceptor has bags of character, is less refined, and yes it does have cheaper components. Unfortunately for the Interceptor, RE have steadily been increasing the cost, which doesn’t make it the bargain it was when I bought mine in 2020, and depreciation is pretty grim. It does mean there are some cracking used, low mileage, accessory loaded bargains to be had, l. That said, the Interceptor is a brilliant first bike, as well as a bike for the seasoned motorcyclist. Capable of about 100mph, but I was happier at 70 - 80mph. I never had any issues with the Pirelli Phantom’s which were fitted to the earlier models, and not ridden on the new Ceat’s fitted to Interceptor’s now, but my Classic 350 has them, and that is perfectly fine. I haven’t ridden the new CB500’s or NC750, but think the 500’s performance maybe similar to the Interceptor (possibly a bit quicker), with the NC750 being very much more refined. Best advice I can give, is to do your research, and take them out yourself. Try and get a decent ride on them, not just a quick run around the block. In fact, try and take out some of the Chinese offerings too, again, depreciation is an issue, but the level and quality of equipment will blow you away. I rode a Moto Morini Seiemmezzo, quality suspension, Brembo brakes, engine copied from Kawasaki’s 650 twin and made by CF Moto, who are also in partnership with KTM, making some of their engines. CF Moto, also have a range of high spec bikes, though I haven’t ridden them either, they are on my to do list. I hope this helps in some way, I am 61, but have 45+ years experience. At the end of the day, it depends what you want from your bike. If you want a state of the art bike which will hold it’s money, then perhaps go for one of the Honda’s. If you want a characterful bike, which will be a magnet for oldies to come over for a chat, looks cool (depending on model), go for a RE or BSA Goldstar for that matter. The BSA’s seem to hold their money quite well, with a ride not too dissimilar to an Interceptor, quality components too. (I have 3 vids on the BSA). Definitely worth considering. I could go on and on 😂 Let me know how you get on, you have a tough choice.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Oh, and almost forgot. Check out the Suzuki SV650, the bike I had originally sold my Interceptor to buy, before plans changed. Enough power to have fun on, but docile enough to be sensible when the mood takes you. Depending where you are based, but some bargain new bikes to be had at the moment too.

[@carltongayle5461]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield thanks all. Currently looking at a kawasaki z650rs. They're doing £1000 off and a 4 year guarantee.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Can't fault that. Good luck.

[@Bob-ts2tu]

at the same age, I'm just going through the same process, and have decided on the 750 hornet as reviewed here (in yellow or maybe black) and will shortly be parting with my cash for one. I was seriously going to go for a cb500f, but for the price difference and extra features/performance of the 750 it seems a no brainer. I briefly considered a RE 650, but they seem a tad on the heavy side, less nimble, and 'old man nostalgia' type bike to me, but hey, what do i know?, each to their own !!, and you can't whack a honda for a great all round, cost effective and reliable bike IMHO, so what did you go for in the end?

[@bradsanders6954]

Question is, did Honda REALLY build a 750 twin that makes 90 HP? Or is that the standard Honda party line? An 890KTM makes a little over 90HP and does it very nicely. But its not a 750. Do we only have a Honda dyno to verify power?

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

God knows. All I know is, that it can get a wriggle on when you twist the go faster grip 😉😂

[@Adam-mo2qw]

I want this bike. Hopefully the price stays low.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

They seem to be keeping at the original price, but availability is the issue, with waiting times being quite long. Get yourself a test ride, it’s a good bike.

[@sambagogo777]

No hugger/rear mudguard and the front mudguard is rather short so the bike will be a mess after riding on wet and even just slightly damp roads. Penny-pinching in the extreme from Honda!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

I get what you mean, but many modern bikes are like that. Companies like “Pyramid Plastics” or “Ermax” do huggers and fender extenders, though I haven’t looked if they do them the new Hornet. Obviously it is competitively priced, so they will have cut costs somewhere.

[@sambagogo777]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Yep, Pyramid already have a hugger and front fender extender available to purchase.

[@johnflavin1602]

@@sambagogo777Puig also have them

[@johnflavin1602]

Agreed. I notice the GSX-8S has none either.

[@adunford2664]

For the mode to be accepted, close the throttle.

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Ahh, so when switching between modes, you have to throttle off then ? Salesman didn’t tell me that before I headed out. Cheers

[@adunford2664]

@@ianhughesroyalenfield yes I found it later on my test ride 2 days ago. Like you I’d enjoyed my old hornet and thought I’d give this ago. A great bike but still not sure if it’s me now. Cb650r was a softer throttle response earlier on more like the older 600. I’m sure I’d get used to it and much better than the MT07

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

The new Hornet was definitely fun (in sport mode), I wanted to try the CB650R, but unfortunately they didn’t have one available. What I miss with these twins though, and I think you might agree, is the thrill of heading towards a bend at speed, going down the gears, and nailing it out. Very hard to put into words, but you have to ride them differently. Yes they have the punch when you wind them up, yes they handle superbly, but you just can’t beat an in-line four for feel and thrill. Then there is the exhaust note, this Hornet sounded naughty with the very expensive (£900) SC projects exhaust, but still not as good as a screaming four with a Micron (or similar) end can in my opinion. That said, I used to ride like a loon, so it is possible that not everyone would understand what I mean 😂 Cheers

[@thimbur3543]

Well that sounded like fun. Hope you've locked your wallet. 😀

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Oh yes, firmly locked shut ……………. for now 😂😇 Cheers

[@simonp2465]

"Japanese porn" speeds, down the country lanes. すき

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Has to be done 😎😂

[@paulfowler6665]

My god do you ride slow. I have one of these in the same colour and trust me at that speed its wasted on you. Its amazing if you actually ride it the way its meant to be ridden!

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂 the naughty bits were fast enough for me. Besides which, it wasn’t my bike 😉

[@GGGG1fanofgoldglove]

its falshing bc ur doing 42 kph on 5th gear wtf xd

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Actually 42mph where we are here in the uk. Should be able to handle it in 5th, so no need for your wtf comment.😉

[@johnbrando8248]

You must ride the way it should be press the throttle FULL let the bike speak for itself and shut up! will you? if you cant better downgrade to 50cc

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

Are you having a go at my riding ?

[@johnbrando2666]

better ride 50cc if that is your speed and skills damn so slow

[@ianhughesroyalenfield]

😂