HONDA | hornet 750 | HATE | or LOVE

[@davidlynas7768]

Just got mine a few days ago. 400 miles up so far. Even at running in revs it's fast an fun. Wasn't running in the demo bike weeks ago so I know what it will be like afrer! Had a tracker 700 a while back, this better in every way, power, suspension, handling, ease of use, tech....loving it.

[@adderhoney]

You can ride it as normal when running it in. Some low revs, some mid range revs, and occasionally higher revs. It comes with running in oil which is changed to regular oil at the first service at 600 miles.

[@PwnstarUK]

The headlight is all aero so yeah it’s not a looker but the light is the reason is has such good wind deflecting at speed.

[@Kurlach]

I don’t think it’s impossible to design something with good aerodynamic properties while looking good.

[@stevecoombs203]

USB under rear seat

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , I’ll look again when I get one 😂 .. I had a glance and didn’t see it

[@spiroskatseas604]

@@Mrfish2015 mine has.....look better

[@billcotton1551]

I have to agree Mr. Fish, some parts of the design of the bike looks thrown together.

[@paulfowler6665]

Nice review on a bike I own even the same colour and love every ride. USB under rear seat as others have mentioned. Other than the slightly dull looks not much not to like. For under 7 grand its amazing. Could do with a hugger and a different end can which I've not bought yet but will. Agree it needs a fuel distance to empty display and I've got cramp on it a couple of times too and I'm only 5 foot 9!! Mine has the quick shifter and heated grips but not much else yet. Makes me smile every time I ride it. 🙂

[@SaqibKhaliq]

I agree.. the front headlight is not great. I hope Honda make a 'R' version of this bike (ie sporty naked, like a Tuono 660). That would be really something,

[@Mrfish2015]

That would be good , like Yamaha did with the R7

[@SaqibKhaliq]

@@Mrfish2015 Yup, exactly that. Not sure they will do it, but can hope.

[@nigelbowler1601]

Yeah great review im looking at getting one test ride one next month carry on biking feller.

[@Biiagatona]

It is a wonderful machine... I am waiting for mine, in black. Ah, the design, the design... A theme where all the people are expertise and each one has a very solid and consistent opinion. The Red Dot Award has one, too!

[@Kurlach]

Nobody claims to be an expert on looks, it’s entirely subjective, as the reviewer pointed out several times. That said, it’s so boring to look at I fell asleep during the walk around. Ducati Streetfighter this is not.

[@Biiagatona]

@@Kurlach It is your opinion, of course. But, on the contrary, the design is not a question of opinion... If It causes that mind statement you should change your focus... The example that you gave us is not in the same category. Regards

[@MrAndrew1953]

Do you ever encounter the odd tractor or two? Nah the red frame is very nice with the white or black,yellow paint jobs- very Italian. Cruise control would be nice though I suppose they’re trying to keep the price down. I don’t bother with USB outlets on my CB500F. No up/down shifters or ride modes either. I suppose it maybe nice to have but do you really need it?

[@Mrfish2015]

Occasionally yes .. it wakes me up

[@effyzzr]

usb c type is under the seat but i am yet to get a plug to go into it , the rubber housing on mine is tight and grips the plug, i am unable to push it into the socket am i doing something wrong ??? i llke the pearlescent white paint and also the red forks but would look much better if the frame was the same shade of red, have had over 200 miles before a refill, regularly over 70 mpg

[@mt1885]

Wish they would bring this bike to the USA

[@codemonkey181]

The mrs would love that rear seat. The cb650r is much smaller. But the clutch leaver issue is the same! Too much travel for the hand. I just couldn’t buy it due to the front light assembly, it’s a shocker! Great review thanks!

[@01hyder91]

Actually the cb650r have better rear seat

[@michael37570]

Very entertaining review! Would like to see you review the Suzuki GSX-8S and compare? Sorry to hear about your small fish fingers!

[@lynsmith1096]

Good final round up of the Hornet 750 Mr Fish.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@ianhamilton1872]

Is there not a usb under the seat Mr F ?

[@Mrfish2015]

I didn’t see it .. but rumour has it there maybe

[@rogerthelodger]

It does, I’ve got one

[@Mavwin]

There is a USB-C under the back seat, I have it on mine

[@spotty_cat26]

Nice honest final thoughts vid . 👍 Your first 2 hate/no likey points are spot on. USB charge point, an absolute must. And knowing your range is pretty damned important too. No point being a mile down the road from the nearest petrol station when a low fuel light comes on. If you now your range, then you know when to stop...

[@jasonjason7277]

just reset the trip meter each time you fill up. thats what i do with my old bike with no fuel gauge or reserve switch.

[@richardbrooks4549]

It does have a USB port. It’s under the pillion seat

[@michaelkiely437]

Usb port under rear seat

[@jmfreestuff73]

I would love to see Honda make a Rebel 750 with this engine. A decently powered middle weight / entry cruiser. 😊

[@nmi8286]

Cosmetics are ok, but should have a centre stand fitted for this bike. That would be perfect for me.

[@florme6494]

Agree, especially for some of us who have come from the cb125f and are use to the convenience of it.

[@Ceen328]

ConStands has an adapter plate for the 750 Hornet. Just have to switch one nut and remove the platic patch around you foot pegs. If you want to cut into the platic thing, you can make it fit. That's what I did and you don't really see it. Only thing I will do during winter, is to powder coat the outer part of the new nut in black, so it fits better into the engine area, where everything is black.

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

Nice vid! Still waiting for mine, been told its august now :/ As others have said, the USB-C is under the seat, but easily missed as its inside a waterproof housing with a cap on the end 👍

[@Mrfish2015]

So I keep being told 😂.. I missed it

[@DC_Cha_Cha_Cha]

@@Mrfish2015 😂 Age gets to us all, I barely remember writing that comment. Did I even order a Hornet? Who knows! 😅😅

[@paullee6663]

I said exactly the same as you about the front end on another channel last night...including ''you can't see it when you are on the bike!' 🙂 Unfortunately, you can see iit when you get off and walk away..and look back..... It would be the Silver / Grey for me, that red frame / forks doesn't do it any favours whether it matches or not.The 'sandblasted' yellow looks horrible to my eyes. Suprised you didn't mention the short front mudguard that needs an extender or that it needs a rear hugger, I guess you'd have noticed if it had chucked it down with rain a few times! 🙂 Great review agree with every word.

[@Mrfish2015]

I like the front guard short , but yes a hugger would be good

[@peternedermann6751]

Not a fan of that "nail varnish red" frame either (ER6 used to have a similar scheme back in the day), but the silver/grey combo actually looks gooood in real life too in my opinion (checked it out when I picked up my Transalp :) )

[@stevewallace853]

I'm not a fan of the red frame and defintely not a fan of the red forks. The mismatch in colours just make it look cheap

[@Mrfish2015]

Agreed

[@scottvanderheide]

Great looking bike!! This version wasn't released here in the U.S. was it??

[@Mrfish2015]

I don’t know mate , you’ll have to ask …. Hope you’re doing well fella

[@scottvanderheide]

@@Mrfish2015 i'm doing great! Trying to stay out of trouble here on the East Coast! Picked up an Indian Scout Bobber and back riding again!! Glad to see you're still at it!!

[@Napoleon_Blownapart]

The bike does have a USB C socket. But its under the rear seat for some stupid reason.

[@cliveomahoney4096]

Isn't there a USB socket underneath the pillion seat? - I thought there was one there. I find the red frame and forks pretty hideous, frankly. I didn't notice the variation in shade when I looked at the bike. I have one on order, Hell knows when it will arrive.....Grey and nice, decent, clean living black frame colour. The bike is a wonder. I'm trading it in for my CB650R, that you also reviewed and, I think, liked. But, the Hornet has power all over and, despite, it's vile, Italian (with cheapo economics a factor) looks, it's too good to ignore. I'd get a Street Triple R, but the insurance for me, living in Watford, is about 10x the price - figure that! I have full no claims too.

[@Mrfish2015]

Rumour is there is one under the seat

[@johnbrando8248]

You can spray and change the red color on its chassis easily the real annoying is it has no fuel gauge

[@mike1967sam]

This is a Honda, the best, most reliable brand you can buy. You said this bike isn't "crazy quick", compared to what? To a super sport? No, it's not but it's a naked bike that is clocked, tried and tested from zero to 200 KM/H in 11, 5 seconds. The only naked motorcycle that beats this time in Honda's naked line up is the CB1000R, so being the second fastest naked motorcycle you can purchase from Honda and the third fastest in top speed, for a naked, you can say it's fast. Remember, Naked Bikes and Sports Bikes are different realities. This Hornet did 229 KM/H with me on it. It's already over the limit for a naked. If I still owned my Fireblade then I would say that 229 KM/H is slow for a super sport. I've been riding for more than 30 years and it seems to me that people today do not know how to evaluate motorcycles because there are so many types and styles to choose from and they mostly do not know what riding is about. Riding is NOT about mounting a cell phone on your handle bars that's what cars are for.

[@Kurlach]

You sound like a barrel of laughs.

[@malcolmpatton9314]

Hello Sir would you change the mirrors or leave as is ?

[@BelfastBiker]

The headlight is atrocious. It literally puts me off buying, looking at Triumph or SV650 instead, or even CB650R.

[@n22pdf]

Agree on the looks dude.. it’s a bit marmite.. I like a bike to look at as well as ride so it’s not one for me 😊 great vid

[@JC-iq5td]

I’ve owned this bike now for 3 weeks. The worst issue is the fueling and jerky throttle. It’s terrible

[@Mrfish2015]

Really ? I didn’t find that .. take it to the shop and let them look at it

[@The_Arby]

Not my kinda bike...But love your reviews and the way you communicate your thoughts...Hope your good and have a great weekend Mr Fish 🙂

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks. You too mate

[@angusstevenson3090]

USB charger is under the seat

[@richardwarsinske7064]

No. 1 thing I hate about the Hornet is I live in the US and you can't buy it here.

[@The_Arby]

"" 2024 HONDA CB1000R HORNET COMING SOON!! ""

[@Mrfish2015]

1100 using the africatwin engine would be nice

[@Trevster65]

I test rode this bike before I bought the 8s. 8s fit me better at 6ft tall otherwise the Honda was perfect at £6999.

[@christianjones4694]

Hate the red forks and frame Other than that....Seems awesome

[@martinehulme8743]

Love

[@1990-t1j]

Good bike, but I prefer the Suzuki. More low-down shove.

[@gss6531]

Honda doesn't have a fuel gauge? My 2007 CBR has a fuel gauge I'm actually shocked as I was looking at one of these uprights. You're also right about the looks, with the likes of the KTM 790/890 and Yamaha's with LED front lights, that looks like a dinosaur. I think the cosmetics are important too, you wouldn't wanna be seen with anything else ugly would you 😂

[@peternedermann6751]

Fuel gauge it has - remaining distance is the one missing (I own a Transalp - same tech, different wrapping). And comparing it to my 2004 CBR 600 F4i, that thing (which I loved to bits before I sold just last month) actually didn't have a fuel gauge - it had a "reserve indicator" thingy instead, in 5 stages, which was weird (so nothing comes up for like 250 km, then the reserve, looking like a fuel gauge, comes alive, and starts losing one brick every 7-8 km or so - is that the same on you 2007?). Oh, and the lights are full LED (just like on the CB 500X), and surprisingly good (tried & tested :), despite the mediocre looks)

[@gss6531]

@@peternedermann6751 Ahhh that sounds alright! The fuel gauge on the CBR600RR is gauge with the blocks :)

[@johnbrando8248]

tft is small

[@mike1967sam]

3:41 - Hey Mr Fish OOOOOO ... it has no USB connection, what am I gonna do? I think I'll kill myself because what's the point of a motorcycle if you can't put your phone and your laptop computer on the handle bars I mean riding a motorcycle is all about being on the internet, texting and watching youtube, right?

[@florme6494]

Huh, you don’t charge your phone when commuting when you’re not using it? Maybe one would need directions? It’s definitely something all new bikes should come standard with. Even if it’s just for a tyre inflator in case of an emergency. I do believe this bike has it under the pillion seat, but again it would be handy at the front should directions be needed.

[@angusstevenson3090]

Mirrors are rubbish

[@Takis214]

Tell me a public road in your country that you can go with 230 km/hour 😂😂