The CB1000R Is AMAZING... and I FORGOT it Existed

[@spitescorner]

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[@skyscout11223]

How is this compare to XSR900? I was very disappointed by 650R, it was buzzy and under powered which prevents me from even trying the CB1000R. Is it significantly different from 650R? Thanks.

[@karlfonner7589]

Give the bike to me. I’ll loan it to you to ride the Pacific Coast Highway or some roads that me and my friends know up in the Gold country.

[@Celtic847]

@@skyscout11223 Its basically the CB650R with more power. It feels very simular. Compared to the XSR900 i find the Yamaha to have a nice ride. Its lighter and the weight is lower so it feels more planted, however i am not a fan of the 3cyls they are just boring, not enough low-end while also lacking the exciting "vtec" feeling of the 4cyls.

[@ryanseme4959]

The others look like the modern CGI Transformers movies to me. Lots of extra angular bits and bobs that don't seem necessary.

[@zackslotman1560]

Hey @spitescorner what do you think about the new “E-clutch” that’s supposed to be on the cb1000R in 2025..?

[@ZundappCZ]

CB1000R is the prettiest modern retro bike in my opinion.

[@SWTVENOM]

XSR900 has entered the chat📢

[@Farhan_049]

Ugly!🤢​@@SWTVENOM

[@pault6054]

Except the exhaust! The xsr900 is really pretty with an exhaust I have one 😂

[@Wasabi-one]

Beautiful bike but not a retro.

[@thorstenmetalhead9666]

Z900 RS?

[@brandondoesbikes]

As a fresh CB650R owner, I'm so incredibly happy with Honda's inline 4

[@deeper1345]

honestly the CB650R is the one that is going to be worth more in a few years time the only naked small bore inline 4

[@unclejohn5012]

​@@deeper1345Ah, I see you don't know about the CB400SF ;)

[@Synthwave89]

​@@deeper1345the spiritual successor of the CB super four. What a special bike, I would love to have it.

[@_B_K_]

What do you think about those intake vents? I liked how the bike looked overall, and its features, but those vents... just couldn't stand them.

[@RuiSousa46]

​@@_B_K_ the 2019-2023 will be the more wanted I guess. The more mechanical with less electronic.. or so I want to think because I have one ahah '21 with 40k on the clock.

[@smith8124]

Got a 2023 and here’s what you need to get these dialed in - Exhaust with a flash from 2 Wheel Dyno Works. Exhaust will drop like 16lbs and let the bike breathe for the tune. COMPLETELY transforms the bike. Like seriously, it’s wild. +15hp peak and +20hp at 5k RPM. It also eliminates the fuel cutoff and makes it sooo much less snatchy on roll-on. Shock is trash, go Ohlins.

[@infamouslyevilkat6797]

A pipe and a tune will completely change the bike. Once you get rid of the restrictions in the ECU, the torque dip between 4k and 6.5k disappears and pulls nicely all the way through. You should see the dyno chart difference on mine with the before and after.

[@tomfitzgerald4851]

I need to do mine. Woolich or who?

[@infamouslyevilkat6797]

​@@tomfitzgerald4851went with Akropovic full system. Had Chris Moore at Cycle Specialties dyno mine using Woolich software.

[@infamouslyevilkat6797]

​@@tomfitzgerald4851mine was tuned with Woolich software.

[@spitescorner]

I need to see if I can get that sorted before the bike goes up to Jake TGS

[@infamouslyevilkat6797]

​@@spitescornerindeed. The throttle restrictions in the ECU are ridiculous, at least for the 23 model year. Completely different bike. Put down 141 on the dyno with 80 ft lbs. And that was tuning for longevity, not absolute peak.

[@_B_K_]

"Who actually gets on a motorcycle so that they can ride on the highway?" My dude... there's an entire song about that, "Riding Down The Highway."

[@rubenrodrigues3793]

boring af though

[@IamPinhead]

​@rubenrodrigues3793 Highways connect interesting places and I'd rather get between them in comfort and style.

[@_B_K_]

@@rubenrodrigues3793 Some people like the relaxation aspect of it.

[@OLICIT]

Exactly, that’s why I ride a cruiser, just so I can cruise, mostly on a highway

[@stevetaylor9265]

Me. I get out of the state and to my destination. Then I start home on the side roads.

[@ellwoodwolf]

This motorcycle is in a special class. The class is defined by a couple characteristics 1) too expensive when new 2) low volume sales because of price 3) people who do buy, keep and don't sell until high mileage 4) TOTALLY AWESOME used low mileage. These are good motorcycles - but absolutely amazing when things line up ( used price/low miles)

[@nateb0722]

I got my '23 used with

[@needmetal3221]

Similar to vfr1200

[@silotx]

Used low mileage costs more than the new hornet 1000 in my country.

[@jasonengland2357]

Same with my 2015 VFR800, cheap now but still a world class machine

[@rickyzoom8059]

I sold mine because i could never change up to to 7th gear…

[@HartyBiker]

I bought a second-hand mt09 about 6 years ago and absolutely love it. I used to be the spec sheet guy with sport bikes, but then when I ended up buying the mt09 I realised that any bike over 100hp is going to be insanely fun, so the next important thing is actually living with it. Naked bikes are just amazing daily and traffic bikes, and they have more than enough power to keep things interesting in the twisties. For that reason, and the fact that the cb1000r is one of the most beautiful bikes in class, if not one of the most beautiful bikes in the last 10 years, it's been the bike I've often thought would be my next sport bike.

[@Favk21]

This looks like Vitpilen that hit the gym. And those specs honestly make so much sense to a proper street bike.

[@papercut1987]

And potentially more reliable too 😄

[@LiviuXSA]

actually it doesnt make any sense at all, which is why this bike didnt sell at all. having more than 100hp on the street is completely useless, and that futility is doubled when theres a lack of a windscreen cause its a naked bike. so you basically pay for a cb1000r and you ride it like it's a cb650r cause you can never open the throttle for too long (nor do you want to). surprised theyre coming out with a new variant this year, they made it super cheap so people can reach to it... and then be dissapointed.

[@najiiklove]

​@@papercut1987don't remind me, as a Vitpilen 701 owner, I am wrenching more than riding.

[@papercut1987]

@@najiiklove My first bike was a svart401 for a little more than a year.

[@samesparza2149]

@@LiviuXSAif ur afraid of wind maybe don’t ride a naked bike. Or at all.

[@CODgod357]

Got my 2018 used this year. It’s been a treat to get to drive it everyday! I can’t see myself ever getting tired of it, plus my back thanks me for not getting the cbr

[@straightup1234]

Had this motorcycle from New (2021) never missed a beat , & very refined & stable at speed. Keep looking @ other bikes but can't let it go 👍

[@martinburka9712]

CB1000R can be equipped with an original Honda quickshifter/blipper. The Black edition had it as standard.

[@DTA555.]

I put one on my Vmax, I just don’t like the small gas tank especially under the seat. It is a pain when I fill up and I ride with others who can go 1 tank to my 2 1/2.

[@smith8124]

I’ve got a ‘23 Black Edition and the quick shifter is so, so good on these. Just silky smooth with perfect blip matches.

[@lovelessissimo]

No one ever talks about this bike. Few reviews, no shootout comparisons, nothing. I have never understood why. I have only heard "it isn't that great." I don't know why. it's the best looking naked.

[@Maverick-moto]

Apart from it not being the most confidence inspiring bike to hustle on back roads, it’s a great bike. I had the fork internals revalved and re-sprung and a new shock built to my weight, and that improved it significantly. The most refined 4 cylinder one litre bike engine period in my humble opinion 👌

[@ericalger5003]

It's boring, slow and expensive. That's why nobody gives a shit about it.

[@lovelessissimo]

@@ericalger5003 but why wouldn't it even be included in reviews and composition, if not just to shit on it?

[@ericalger5003]

@lovelessissimo Put it up against a ZH2, Streetfighter V4, Aprilia or even a MT10 and it falls real short, that's why.

[@lovelessissimo]

@ericalger5003 but are those really the competition? At only 13k new, it seems like it would go more with the gsxs1000, MT09 and maybe the z900. Granted, I've never ridden one, but Honda fit and finish is always good, especially on their nicer stuff.

[@Googurz]

It gets ignored by those who only care about horsepower numbers and because of that a lot of people miss out on a spectacular street ride. I've put 12k miles on mine so far and they have been my most enjoyable miles on any bike. I have the '22 model (Black Edition only in the US) that includes the quick shifter which works amazingly well. I would think that you could install one on this model as well.

[@Wasabi-one]

Definitely agree. Most people look at spec sheet not how the bike actually rides.

[@Googurz]

@@Wasabi-one Not to mention that you have zero worries about having any mechanical issues. These things perform without a hiccup day in and day out. =D

[@mr.shenanigans597]

This, but mine has 25k miles on it

[@Googurz]

@mr.shenanigans597 Did you do your valve clearance check @24k? If yes, how did they measure?

[@somatyk]

My end game bike. Still saving those pennies.

[@MchalesNavy]

Seeing one of these on the dyno wirh Moore Mafia and how restricted they are is an eye opener. So much power it won't let you use.

[@smith8124]

👆🏻KZbin of the 2 Wheel Dyno Works tune.

[@postersm7141]

There’s absolutely zero excuse for a ride by wire motorcycle to not have cruise control

[@k3y155]

I don’t disagree, but if it means I can get it cheaper, I’ll invest in some sort of throttle lock or cruise control system later. And I don’t mind it not existing on a naked bike because usually the wind blast will wear me out before my wrist gets worn out.

[@MostlyInteresting]

Preach... its mostly software and an additional switch on the existing controls. You just about can't get a car or truck without in for the last 20 years.

[@_B_K_]

Yeah, there's a few things missing on this thing that its smaller brother, CB650R, has. When I was buying a motorcycle recently, I was really digging CB100R Black Edition looks and quality, but decided not to go with it, because of lack of some of the features that other bikes in this range have. I didn't go with CB650R, because the intake vents are just so ugly...

[@DianaTheLance]

@@k3y155 A) electronic cruise is useful long before your wrist starts getting tired, B) for a brand that already has cruise on many of its bikes, adding the programming and switches at the factory is likely cheaper than a quality aftermarket throttle lock.

[@MostlyInteresting]

@@_B_K_ I get that, a little less $ and weight, more than enough power...

[@simonmoran16]

The New CB Hornet 1000 SP looks like another level. Here in the UK it's priced at £9999 which will probably be a game changer. How Honda can release such a bike at such a value for money price tag is beyond me. Tomorrow I'm going to see if I can reserve one as they are only bringing 1000 units to the UK. Don't tell anyone man!

[@JDWDMC]

It looks awful and cheap compared to this, you mean, surely?

[@agoodjoe6910]

It's pig ugly though. The 21-23 CB1000R, especially the black edition, are very sexy.

[@anxiousappliance]

Looks good - not available in the US, but I think it is already driving down used prices on this bike .

[@midibudu]

@@JDWDMCbecause is cheap, yet better , 5000€ more expensive in europe, makes no sense, also handeling in the SP is far far FAR superior, maybe the US mine cant comorehend this but in europe se have mountain passes like…. 1.5 hours Max from everywere, in surrounded by mountains with top tier tarmac and tbf handleing> aesthetics and having close friends working for honda, the New SP eats the old R in every single aspect

[@CC-xu2yz]

@@midibudu Plenty of that here in the US. New one may be better but it looks worse.

[@nateb0722]

I'm so glad to see this bike getting some love. I fell in love with it when they introduced it in ~2017, and finally bought a '23 earlier this year.

[@Onereelrider]

I routinely bother other channels who don't review this bike. The most under appreciated litre bike out there imo. It has a cult following in Europe. As long as you're not comparing it to MT10SP or your typical hyper naked then you won't be disappointed. It certainly is a talking point...the single sided swing arm, the machined engine casing are beautiful. Plenty of power, you will NEVER say....man I wish I had more power lol. If you do, go hit up Moore Mafia's channel and see what he can do with one.

[@daddio1954]

I got this bike a couple of months ago. I’ve been riding for about 30 years and love the four-cylinder in line! Amazed at the lack of respect, the bike was getting it gives you everything you want, and there’s a little bit more. And it does it all with a refined, civildelivery. And that sound… I just love it. Even with the stock exhaust. My only problem is the angle of the knee band after knee surgery, and I would like to extend the handlebars out a couple of inches on each side. Then it becomes a better long distance rider.

[@hyperi0n001]

Black Edition addresses at least some of the complaints, in particular the inclusion of the quickshifter. i looooove mine so much, that QS is so fun :D

[@acvn-hg9gy]

In my current experience, around 140 hp is the absolute sweetspot of fun. Its absurtly too much for normal riding but still very managable in day to day riding (when its a L4)

[@StratfordWingRider]

I remember reading that Hondas always feel like a familiar friend - not even sure how they do it, but as a Honda rider myself, it feels true. I love the Fireblade derived fours, it has influenced a lot of bikes. My Blackbird is one of ‘em (I’m a sucker for a fairing)

[@SFV4]

5:50: I own this bike and ride it in the Alps where I live. It’s a great bike, but the suspension needs a setup if you want to enjoy it in the mountains. The factory setup is too soft and the bike dives too much when breaking hard before entering a curve, then bounces back too quickly. Once setup correctly, it’s great!

[@1tsCh3m]

One of the best looking bikes you can buy.

[@stevemangini3521]

my 2021 "black edition" has both quick shifter and blipper, smooth as butter. I love this bike. Since you like the Hornet so much, I've been waiting for you to notice this bike.

[@designIQ]

Other moto channels must take note. Also this model is not the last version, you have to see the 2021 refreshed model with updated dash, headlight, tail section etc. Most reviewers have not bothered to understand bikes from a technically competent and design perspective and instead fall for marketing hype. This is a gentleman’s ride targeted at discerning customers who value high build quality over hp and good design lines along with an excellent powerplant. The latest Hornet 1000SP is basically the same power output but with edgy styling and parts bin bike put together with cb500f and cb650r parts therefore its cheaper. Yet moto channels seem to mistake edgy styling for being a hyper naked. All components on this CB1000R instead are bespoke premium and custom designed by Honda for this model. I own the 2022 model and would not sell it because nothing in the current market is quite the same quality targeted at matured customers who dont want awkward trendy styling, loud stickers, and plastic parts etc. As a bonus it’s a great daily ride, you can ride narrow European streets all day on the second gear amidst tight office traffic like a scooter! Calm and sublime 1000cc built like an automatic swiss watch.

[@ROckNCom]

Would love to see a MT10 comparison. Loving the comfort of my SP but probably not a fair match up.

[@SFV4]

10:05: In Europe, depending on the version of this bike, the quickshifter is standard. Otherwise, Honda sells it as an accessory. It’s a typical quickshifter. Upshift while accelerating and down shift with zero throttle.

[@lameiguana4291]

Hey Spite! Awesome video, nice to see this bike get some love. If I may humbly suggest some feedback for your videos, perhaps some colour grading would go a long way to make your videos POP even more, that way your videos can be cooler then they already are! Sick work man!

[@DiagolonRider]

the CB1000R Blackout is so sick!

[@stevegordon2032]

Got myself a cb1000r plus which has the quick shifter, heated grips and tail tidy. Bike is a 2023 in candy matt white and it just turns heads because it’s so classy. Folk go on about horsepower. This has 143bhp and when opened up it flies. So much that you worry about your licence. I mean how fast do you need to go on public roads ? I love mine.

[@MG-te9ub]

got a 2014 cb1100 to replace my 1980 xs11. I love the lower sitting double cradle frame. They aren't as fast as the liter bikes of today, but when you have no wind protection you don't want to spend a lot of time above 100mph anyway

[@Mr.Higginbotham]

The favorite bike I ever owned was my '94 CB 1000. Wow, what a torque monster! Second favorite was my '02 CB 919. The weight difference in the two was quite alot but the 1000 still was slightly faster 0-60. They both were fabulous bikes.

[@feinbush]

Finally catching up and maybe better production to Yammie. Nice work and dedication.

[@Matt18001]

I have a few bikes, and have had probably a little over a dozen bikes total. I daily ride my Cb650r, such a simple useable bike. Definitely do an exhast and tune, the mid rpm flat spot is for noise regulations. (at least in Canada 4 cylinder bikes are tested at 5000 rpm, I'm assuming there's only one NA model and regulations are similar)

[@BioMECH00]

If we’re being honest, I could venture a guess as to why this bike has cruised under your radar for so long: negative bias from a previous employer. YN didn’t really have anything good to say about the bike and that didn’t really align with my 40-yo self. Even though it’s very “Honda”, any bike over 100+ hp is exceedingly enough for public roads. 100 ft-lb is an insane amount of torque. If you’re not having fun on that bike, I have no words for that except maybe get a Harley, so you can have a reason to be miserable about a bike.

[@dry509]

Agree, is a nice motorcycle. At the same dealer, I rode a Suzuki GSXS 1000 right after and I even enjoyed it more as it had a nice intake growl and seemed a little more nimble to me at least. But the most fun I had at the same dealer Was when I rode the BMW S 1000 XR . It has a sublime Quick shifter / auto blipper and seemed the most nimble of the three. I could turn on a dime and do really tight maneuvers in a parking lot like figure eights and small circles. The Bmw was my favorite of all. I had a blast with the quick shifter and the sound the engine makes and the nimbleness.

[@luvsallbikes279]

That’s a nice looking bike , I was checking them out 2 years ago , modern bike that reminds me of my 919 Hornet .I had a 2009 FZ1 and it was just to fast for my urban riding and limited time to get on highways that the bike could be ridden and enjoy its attributes. I am still playing with the idea of getting an Ivan’s tune or power commander on my Hornet .

[@sliceru]

it only needs a decent shock and a quick shifter, and it becomes the best commuter/naked-touring track bike you can get

[@cstarr3240]

I think the new ones have a quick shifter.

[@sliceru]

Yeah, they have a quick shifter, a better chassis, but they don't look as good😊​@@cstarr3240

[@sliceru]

​@@cstarr3240ordered the quick shifter, should make for a better riding experience, especially on the track

[@karljay7473]

I bought my 06 919 back about 2012 at about 23K miles. Just turned over 60K and she's still running strong. It's sad that Honda dropped the line, but I hear they've picked it back up.

[@petekaiser]

the CB1000R is really underrated. when it was released yes it was being compared to other hypernaked bikes but one things for sure this is a great all around naked bike....one thing i wished they added to the engine is VTEC since they already did that before to the superfour

[@andypants1000]

Your opening for this bike is exactly why I love the W800 so much. Ride one for me!

[@Throttle.Therapy.]

I'd love to see you do a comparison between the new generation!

[@nomercy4521]

I would get one if it had cruise control. I don't see why more bikes don't have it. I love the style, Honda makes great bikes, it's almost everything I would want.

[@SmithSmith-t9o]

That's such a dumb excuse. I have 3 bikes with criuse. I never use it.

[@nomercy4521]

@SmithSmith-t9o I have 2 bikes and 1 with cruise. I use my cruise all the time. The problem with this bike, I'm interested in a lot of bikes and there's other naked bikes with cruise control. If I'm going to spend $13K, I think it's a pretty simple ask.

[@rozzbourn3653]

it would be nice to have a compare between this and the new hornet 1000.

[@ellwoodwolf]

New hornet is marginally better - but 30% cheaper

[@rozzbourn3653]

@@ellwoodwolf i see that the cb1000r has a single sided swing arm, so i have to assume that its of a higher build quality? the price of the hornet however is something you cant ignore.

[@TheMachRider]

Put around 60,000 miles on my 2012. It was everything the 919 was but better (except styling). Aside from restricted power for modern emissions, the new bike should be more of the same. This bike made under 120hp, with the previous model making more power passed except the last few hundred RPM. Never got the 2017+ model but figured after an ECU flash it would be much better.

[@tomfitzgerald4851]

Love mine! Glad to see one on the channel, even if it will be leaving soon.

[@robertveronese4405]

I bought one used with only 3K miles. Put a tune on it and a slip on. Sounded great and felt faster to me than a Busa did! Just thought the throttle was to touchy for me. Perfect bike if you are 5'11" or taller. I am only 5'9", could only put one foot down.

[@Archer710]

I always liked the looks of these. More of a "standard" looking motorcycle than a naked bike like ever other manufacturer is making. Curious how the ride compares to my z900

[@jobe20001]

I bought my 19 brand new during Covid. I absolutely love this bike. Put it on a diet by getting rid of the unnecessary valves,hoses and canisters under the tank, lithium battery, tail tidy, a full exhaust and an ECU flash will totally transform this bike. A quickshifter was optional here in the states while european models came equipped from the factory. The 21 and newer only came in black edition here in the states and where equipped with the QS. The new Hornet might be cheaper but it looks like Honda cut some corners and the bike looks cheap. If I wanted the transformer look I'd have just bought an MT 10

[@BrianF-wv5cl]

If I am not mistaken, 2024 is the last model year for this bike. Only the black edition is still available. I am working on getting one before it is replaced with the cheaper Hornet.

[@richdubbya]

The cb1000r is amazing. I slept on the cb1100. Love it so much, I want a cb1000r, considering selling my Italian stalian to get the cb. I find this 1000r one of the most beautiful Hondas made.

[@burnttoast9890]

CB1000 hornet is like 50% cheaper now , and is basically the same bike without the premium look

[@OLICIT]

Doesn’t look as good though

[@burnttoast9890]

@OLICIT did I mention 50% cheaper?

[@RevJay_Rides]

I test rode one at Daytona Bike Week in 2023 (the Black Edition). It was nice! I do a lot of miles. Many times doing the miles 2-up. If I can afford 2 bikes, this would be my second bike.

[@o021455]

Take the cat off and put on quality headers……….it sounds like a beast

[@jaimescafegarage4111]

In a world of alien looking naked bikes a classic cafe looking one is amazing to see sad it’s out of production basically now

[@thagingerninjer5391]

I was looking for a cb1000r or a cbr600rr in August of 2022. I wanted the cb bad, but you couldn’t find either anywhere in the country, at that time. Wound up stopping at a local place, and putting a leg over my 21 cbr1000rr, and bought it immediately, but having a cb to do chill stuff on would be so great, man.

[@nicodiaz627]

It's a very mild 1000cc motorcycle but it's typical Honda. Reliable, great feeling, well constructed and a joy to ride.

[@ninjaguysith]

Honda CB 1000 is just absolutely beautiful. I know Honda is known for build quality and refinement, so I wonder how it compares to the other slightly cheaper bikes, like the XSR 900 or MT 10. I was really in-between getting that or a Yamaha FZ1. I ended up with the FZ1 because one popped up for $4400 used and it was just too good to pass up.

[@Gsr4me]

FINALLY!!!! lol Just at the tail end of the video watching it now, was just about to suggest shipping the ECU to Moore Mafia for a tune (but you covered it as I was tying lol). Honda is, sadly, notorious for restricting the bikes off the showroom floor.

[@RPDXC]

@Gsr4me I remember watching a vid from Moore mafia on the cb1000, him saying it was one of the most restricted bikes he's seen. He got some huge gains out of that bike. So a good tune would turn this bike into a monster..

[@Gsr4me]

@@RPDXC I saw that one too, broke my heart until Chris fixed it lol

[@hughmac7423]

You don't need more than 150hp, anything over 100hp is more than enough. I have a 2022 Pan America, with a V&H slip on muffler, and when it gets above 5000rpm, it is a beast, I'm a hoon at heart, been riding 45 years on road, the Pan Am has ridiculous power.

[@HartyBiker]

Exactly. I have a first gen mt09, and my brother has a gixxer 1000. He's got like 75hp on me, but somehow we end up always riding at the same speed. The only time you can really use that extra power is on the track or above 200km/h which you don't tend to do much on public roads anyway, at least not with kangaroos and pedestrians and other wildlife around.

[@pauldark3044]

Even if I have a z900rs and a z900rs se in the garage, I could add this to my naked collection too, like the looks

[@SheppC42]

man i love the CBs. learned on my pops CB750. my first new bike was a 919, and then had the cb1000r. everything ya said is true. great somewhat overlooked naked streetfighter. i ride everyday and this bike handled everything just fine. i miss mine.

[@Synthwave89]

Why you get rid of her?

[@Grey.Minerva]

i started on a cb300r, and i still wish i had it, but someone took it out running a red light. i love love love its "face"

[@DTA555.]

I had the 900rr it was great but light weight and I can feel the wind on the Mackinaw Bridge trying to blow me off. But I was not going too fast because of traffic and it was a long not so fun ride over the bridge.

[@joegeiselman3526]

I was between this and a Triumph Street Triple. I found a great deal on the Striple first, but still look longingly at this one. Maybe one day...

[@Mark-ou8nu]

I was waiting for you to ride the new hornet, but I feel like this is a good preview. Nice bike, beautiful color in person.

[@jakesolo2872]

It’s a great bike. The whole “no torque” thing was bullshit. I hope the new Hornet 1000 is as good. Got an eye on that one next year.

[@SWTVENOM]

New Hornet is the Cats meow especially the SP. only if they do the same to our Murican CBR1000 🤞🏼

[@jakesolo2872]

@ It’s the SP I’m looking at, the price and spec tick all my boxes. Ergos are my only worry, I’m 6’3” and good on the CBR, hope the Hornet isn’t too “sporty” 🤮 So sick of bikes made for fkn midgets and contortionists.

[@jakesolo2872]

@@SWTVENOM It’s the SP that I’m looking at, the spec and price tick all my boxes. Ergos are my only worry. I’m 6’3” and good on the CBR, hopefully the Hornet isn’t too “sporty” 🤮 A bit tired of nakeds made for midgets and contortionists TBH.

[@jakesolo2872]

@@SWTVENOM 👍 It’s the SP I’m looking at. Price and spec tick my boxes. Ergos are my only worry, I’m 6’3” and fine on the CBR. Hopefully they haven’t oversportified the thing. 🤞

[@ellwoodwolf]

Not in North American Market....try 2028

[@wallyl8706]

I purchased the exact same bike new in 2019 and had the dealer install the auto shifter. It was an option as a factory accessory. I paused the video at 10.38 and I could swear this is equipped with an auto shifter.

[@wallyl8706]

As for the suspensions, I had to adjust mine to my 200 lb weight and it got much much better. I am surprised people never bother to customize the suspension travel to their weight.

[@spitescorner]

I would if it was adjustable, but this is preload only

[@smith8124]

@@spitescorner * preload and rebound, no compression adjustment. The shock is trash and and specd wayyy below the rest of the quality components. Replace it with an Ohlins and it totally changes the bike 🤙🏻

[@GROMSQUATCH]

love this bike.. i saw one in all black at a local dealer and all i could think was batman!

[@chuckkifer1551]

Love the intro music. Sounds like soundtrack music from a '90s film. I'm trying to figure out which genre. I'm not having any luck finding a CB1000R in Delaware. Closest I've found (new) is NC!

[@spitescorner]

Synthwave. I love me some synthwave from time to time.

[@ac2-rm141]

Looks nice. Tail tidy would do that bike a world of good.

[@TheBlueDogMan]

Like most modern naked and other bikes, I feel like that’s its weakest link. The fact that it doesn’t have a finished rear end, I hate that bobtail look; then again I’m an old geezer. That’s why I love my Hornet.

[@marksmallman4572]

​@@TheBlueDogManI am an old geezer too, just retired and treated myself to a new Triumph Trident 660, first change was a tail tidy, looks so much better, stay upright!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

I loved my 2018 CB1000R as it’s not designed to be a super naked! At approximately 25% more power than the MT-09 (without the looks only a mother could love) it’s a surprisingly capable machine. I already have the new and improved CB1000 Hornet SP on order and can’t wait as it adds a bit more spice without trying to be a super naked. The fit and finish of the new one might be down when compared to the neo sports. But, so is the price for what should ultimately be a better riders bike. From the brakes, engine, rear shock and going with a 180 section rear tyre. Smart move Honda as it will feel lighter between corners compared to a 190 or 200 rear. Just like it’s now baby brother, the 750 with its 160.

[@BobbyBasketballl]

I wish this came out before I bought my Yamaha XSR900, it was down between the XSR900 and CB1000R and everyone talked bad including you and Yammienoob but I loved the look and the sound. Frustrating to realize I should have just gone with my gut choice... I'll see if maybe I'll trade it for a CB1000R in the future, I prefer 4 cylinders over 2 or 3. Videos didn't get me to decide though the fact that the XSR900 is backed by yamaha quality did but I would have gone with a CB1000R with a better thorough review.

Holy heck! I never thought I'd see a popular KZbinr sing the praises of the CB1000r. It's suuuuuch a great bike. My fav naked. So much more refined than anything else out there. Wonderful bike.

[@1990-t1j]

Good review of my favourite litre inline four.

[@k3y155]

This bike is a great example of the diminishing returns on going for power. Alongside a comparison with the MT10 you should also compare it to the gsxs1000. If you can find one near you, of course.

[@ducatimane84]

Saving up for this bike. Best looking naked bike imo.

[@brucem8129]

Not a Japanese bike fan anymore, but retro is definitely cool. If i was going metric id go Guzzi or Triumph. I've had both and enjoyed them.

[@Diabeekei]

Will be putting in my entries next month just to support ya (I have a Z H2, R6, TNT135, Pan Am Special)

[@rohanm54]

Lowest hp in class means LOWER INSURANCE PRICES people. It’s why the 1000r or even the 650r will be my forever bike one day. Spite, I would love to see a 650r comparison vid. Really interested to see your thoughts. Esp now that the e clutch is a thing. More useable daily-ability. But is the power worth it..?

[@jamesbruce8749]

I know the future retro look is appealing but I'd wait for the new Hornet 1000 to land in dealers before I bought one. Hornet has a new chassis and a detuned 150 bhp engine from the 2017 Firebird. Incredible parts like Brembo brakes and fully adjustable Showa suspension, supposable all at a fantastic price when it hits those dealers. Although I really do like the way this one looks compared to the New Hornet, it looks like every other modern street fighter that being good or bad depending on you.

[@greatbigeye2506]

These are absolutely gorgeous in black.

[@richardjreidii]

I wish they had kept the undertail exhaust from the 919, but that single sided swing arm is sexy as hell

[@DTA555.]

Now I have a 2003 Vmax 1200 and I love them both but I miss the 900rr

[@hsv215i]

I had one of these in that same Candy red colour. Great bike. Maybe lacks a little character and the back suspension a little soft.

[@jermss_]

Looking forward to the mt-10 comparison. I wish we were getting the cb1000 hornet here in the states. Oh well

[@MadJackVideos]

Happy new year spite

[@brandonjefferson257]

Gsxs 1000 just entered the chat! Actually I think either the z900 or the gsxs 1000 is closer to that bike in power and not the Mt -10. But they're all great bikes so get whatever you like best lol!

[@monkeydust100]

I've got the cb1000r black edition, it's a great bike

[@LordMcKrakenVonLittleBits]

Honda does a great job of overbuilding and understressing without a confusing amount of engineering. They really do make great bikes. Some a little mundane but at least you know it'll run forever.

[@alexwilsonpottery3733]

Looks like this CB fits you a lot better than the Sportster you were on the other day.

[@PartikleVT]

hey spite, I got something fun for you that I wish I could do myself but dont have the resources. Fortnine recently made a video of turning a rebel 250 from a cruiser into a dual sport. I know you like some harleys and some adventure bikes. You already know where I'm going with this. Turn a big ass v-twin from a good ol cruiser into a dual sport adventure machine. A fun little DIY project, and by little I mean large, but hey thats a cool youtube video and you get to make your own perfect adv!

[@scotthamar1179]

I want this bike so bad but 2 of the 3 bikes I have owned, but I've already had the 300 and 650 at different times. I might be a full blown CB simp...

[@espear5]

I like the 919 for the duel pipes up the back, just my preference, the new pipes all look to big.

[@premier1975]

Lookin' forward to the comparison with the Hornet 900.....i still have my 2002.

[@richardvasconcelos4683]

Hey' Spite,Honda's are relible & cool,Spazz in Cali.

[@DeanKing-s7i]

I love my ‘18. Traded in a HD street glide. Never looked back. Curious on your opinion after pipe / flash.