This Might Be THE BEST Honda Ever Made! HONDA HORNET RETURNS!

[@fullmetalcorgi1350]

"We're here inside the van..." makes me feel like I should be watching this on a TOR browser

[@collectivelogic]

Buffering.. buffering

[@Rizeupwithme]

Should i turn my VPN on??

[@firefighter1c57]

Aaaaand, you're on a list

[@2006Whippet]

But is there free candy?

[@thagingerninjer5391]

@@2006Whippetbetter. Starbucks and Wi-Fi.

[@Ortisan_Official]

That's My Bike!!! Makes me really happy to see i could reunite you to the bike man.

[@ninerand]

You are a legend Sir!

[@spitescorner]

Absolute legend!

[@niravahir8515]

Good paint job Legend !!

[@toportime]

Your painting skills are on point!

[@markjames8902]

Jake, I am so very happy --- really!--- that you got the "new" Hornet! When you and Yammie finished the red Hornet, i wrote him and suggested that he give you the bike as a gift. Obviously, he gave you the shaft instead. But Karma has rolled around, you're doing great with your own channel, and now you have the Unicorn you've always wanted. Hope it turns out to be a great bike for you! All the best, man. Continued success and happiness to you!

[@Catalanskrr]

Didn’t know the story between him and yammy tho, what do you mean with „he gave you the shaft“ ?

[@notlucas7078]

@@Catalanskrr He fired Spite and Yammie made a very awkward exit interview style video with him.

[@irish-thinker4429]

I have an 02 919 with a power commander in it , Very torquey bike ,crack open the throttle any gear and it just goes

[@kylesvideos4681]

Normally don't comment on videos but I can't help myself. Last year I bought a low mileage, completely stock 3003 Honda 919. I bought it because I always wanted one, and based on the great 919 videos on YM. It was in great condition, but needed deep clean and polish to bring it back to looking like new. No dings or dents, just dirty. I have been riding it quite a bit, but ended moving recently and lost garage space. I'm not kidding, I was about ready to list it, and then I saw this video. I was already dreading selling, so this video turned that around. I will really be looking for your updates. Great job with the channel!!!!

[@noquemacuh8447]

i just bought a 2003 Hornet 919CC and i love it

[@chrishoffman7218]

Bought my 919 new in 06. Still in the garage, 40,000, and I still love it! 2 dents in the tank and some scrapes and scratches.

[@xrexc3179]

I owned an '06 599 that I still regret letting go. The handling of that gen bikes was something I've never found again. It was truly telepathic

[@vinylattic6901]

Yeah, i have a 03 599, i promissed my self to never sell it, never been on a bike that felt to connected

[@Walkeranz]

Usd forks are good for stiffness for racing and track riding, conventional forks just have better feel

[@county_bear9509]

Think a street 765 is as close as you'll get with modern bikes.

[@tarasmithskitchen2614]

The bike i wish i had again.... in 93, i had a 1974 kawasaki 3 cylinder, 750, that i put together from 2 bikes that were sitting in a pasture. Had to sell it before I moved to back to Texas. Every time i even see a picture of one i get emotional... i totaly understand the feelings for an old bike! Awesome video!

[@jimstenlund6017]

My dad commuted on a ‘73 H2750, put over 20K mi in all kinds of weather on it.

[@UlvarinLind]

never selling my 919 too :) progressive wirth springs and rear yss shock is all MODERN things that this bike needed

[@ADingoTookMyDasco]

Love the passion over a motorcycle. We all have that bike that got away, and it's always awesome to see someone get it back into their stable. And to get such a clean example is fantastic. I can't wait to see what you do with it. Having said that, Dude! You have a van! What's with the Harbor Freight motorcycle carrier?

[@spitescorner]

Would you believe it's because I was too cheap to buy a cheaper stand? But seriously, it's because I wanted to test a bumper carrier incase I want to haul the KLR. It's too tall to fit

[@xMaoxoaMx]

​@@spitescorner I wish guys like you would really make a point of NEVER selling your first bike. Maybe then i would've kept my Z750 Its been 4 years but i still miss that bike. 🥲

[@ADingoTookMyDasco]

@@spitescorner That makes sense, but I would have tested it with the KLR instead.Not only are the strapping dynamics different due to the taller bike, but you can still get a KLR tank if anything goes pear shaped.

[@billwesley2213]

@@xMaoxoaMx. I get that completely. It does give you a goal to try to find another or maybe find yours again….

[@spartanx169x]

@@spitescorner What kind of fuel do you run in your bikes? Serious question. I'm wondering if you get the non-menthol gasoline. Bikes run like crap on regular 87 octane with methanol as much as 10%. I'm guessing you don't use non-methanol. IF you are not running non-methanol, I think you may be impressed at the difference it makes in how a bike will run. I'm sure it would help the Hornet.

[@liennn5772]

i love the 2000s era naked bikes. they had the round headlights and retro charm of bikes from the 70s with the performance and safety of modern machines. nowadays all naked bikes try to look like an aggressive creature

[@efrey614]

I agree.

[@justinfield5267]

The new cb-1000r black edition actually looks really nice and for around $12,000 it's a good bargain. My only gripe is, it's still low on HP compared to it's class. But it's probably why it's much cheaper.

[@david9783]

Like REALLY angry insects.

[@mraidymaddful]

Up until last September when it was stolen, I had the 600 faired version of the Hornet for more or less exactly 20 years. The 600 is the same size as the 900 only the power is slightly less. The 600 handled like it was on rails and with a 4 into 1 pipe with the baffles out, it sounded majestic. The 600 engine was based on the late 90's CBR600 and the 900 was based on a detuned version of the 919 Fireblade. I had the UK version of CB600FS with a fairing and it was Cobalt Blue. Oh how I miss it, I felt alive when I rode it............

[@fabiena1787]

"like it was on rails"... Hmmm, go say that to my friend who almost died of a tankslapper and woke up in the middle of a field (first hand Hornet 600, no mods).

[@cameron4994]

​@@fabiena1787hope your friend was okay. But don't take away from this guy's enjoyment of his own bike and memories.

[@gregorygiakoumidis7149]

Isn't the 900 more bulky in looks?

[@roblorentz4176]

Love my 2007 and it will likely be the last of my bikes to ever be sold. It is the mechanical embodiment of "everything you need and nothing you don't." Looking forward to watching the build.

[@Je_luna]

I went from a 135 benelli to 06 919 and I'm loving every ride I'm able to get out it. ❤

[@walliscrow4252]

I just bought a 02’ 919 as my second bike because of how highly you speak about them. Which also added to the excitement of this video

[@garypascal2154]

Hey Jake, Just wanted to say that I am so happy for you in getting your "new" bike. I just got an '07 Hornet this past October and I am so happy with it. A big part of my getting the bike was due to your videos and genuine love for the 919. Hope you enjoy the bike. Congrats and be safe Bro!

[@MrWhiteTank]

Gas tanks 😢. I have a 2010 Triumph Thunderbird and same problem. Drop cause’s instant tank damage. Hard to find tanks too

[@tjtheguy4682]

I’ve had a soft spot for the 919 Honda hornet. It’s a highly slept on bike. Comfortable, composed, and powerful. I used mine as a daily driver. Summer traffic, winter frost. Rain or shine. You can’t kill these bikes!

[@chrisbricker1222]

I had an '04 599 - way more high strung. My buddy had the 919, we had some awesome times riding together.

[@christornyos9088]

@@chrisbricker1222I have one rn 04 hornet, just nothin like them anymore

[@victoriazero8869]

I once had the pleasure of riding *250cc* Hornet 4 cylinder 250cc is wack, but screw 4 carburetors

[@uhtred7860]

The trouble with the CB900F Hornet, when it was new, was there was other bikes in this class that did it better. magazine tests, especially in Europe were quite harsh on it, non of that matters now they are a few years old, and its good for buyers because the prices are stupid low.

[@myChanwat]

Have 2006 in great condition sounds great over 4000 revs. 77 year old and enjoy every ride Australia

[@Wild-Wood]

Dude I got a Honda 919 too like almost two years ago because of the hentai hornet and how you talked about how much you loved your old one on yamie's channel and it's a blue 2003 model (with two keys I know crazy!!). I love that you got this one and hope you enjoy it as much as I am enjoying mine for the past two years! Can't wait to see more content on this baby, way to go Spite!

[@chrismusicx]

Spite, youre the man! Followed over from Yam. Love your stuff dude you deserve a ton of credit

[@fasdude38]

Now that is my kind of motorcycle! I love the styling, sound, exhaust placement, etc... I would take that over a lot of new motorcycles. A lot of new naked sport bikes could take some styling cues from the 2003-2007 years. It's a shame that you can't buy certain parts for it anymore.

[@EngulfedEUW]

I love my 02 hornet 600, enough power for me currently on local English roads. Sounds great, feels smooth, exciting when you crack the throttle and I love the smell of fuel. All for the great price of £1800. Going to have to sell it when I move to the states in a year or so but hopefully can find another hornet or maybe move onto a street triple.

[@synible]

I just got a 919 about 2 months ago. LETS GO BABY HORNET GANG

[@Vojtakrasa]

I love the hornet. I don't generally like the ordinary naked bikes but the Hornet to this day remains in its special place in my heart. The sound. The speed. Everything. Love it.

[@Giacomo_Bolognesi]

Same, I don't like naked bikes at all, but the Hornet is special.

[@KindOldRaven]

I'm currently looking at some used Hondas to consider as a first bike (mostly 600-750 cc class - I learned to ride and got my licence on a pretty tame 650cc naked from Yamaha) but man, diving into Hondas model numbers can be confusing. The fact that a CB600F and a CBF600 are totally different animals was confusing as hell to me ;p Most annoying aspect of finding a nice used bike so far? Used prices having gone up a lot in the past years (literally, a LOT) and choosing between either an affordable bike in decent condition or shelling out way too much for one with at least ABS and the likes is a brain breaker for a newb like myself. Old newb btw (34).

[@noelgillett346]

Had to choose between the Hornet 919 and the Yamaha Fazer FZ01a and chose the latter due to power/suspension advantages. Both are glorious. Historical favorites.

[@joshuakyle9188]

Man, I absolutely love my 599 hornet! I picked it up as my first bike for 2500$ and about 26k miles, and more than likely I'll keep it forever! 97 hp and 49 lb ft of torque and of course that inline 4 symphony!!! One thing I never understood however was why Honda made the 919 with only 20 more hp than the 599! Loving the content spite!

[@slakk5093]

Because the 919 was their muscle bike, it has double the torque of the 599. It pulls way harder low down. I had a 599 and my friend had the 919. Both awesome bikes, I loved my 599

[@KjKase]

@@slakk5093 Yeah I loved the 919, owned a 599 and the engine blew out on my on a trip and I traded it in for a 919. The 919 felt a lot more intense with so much more instant power lower in the rev range.

[@jeremyvahle5861]

I think I saw a Yeti in the background as you were introducing the bike. Same gate and everything!

[@StratfordWingRider]

One bike bought tears to my eyes when I purchased it - it was 2006 Blackbird CBR1100XX - I had always dreamed of owning one. Bought it home and closed the garage door and sat with tears in my eyes with one hand on the fairing. Bikes can be an intense emotional experience. (Blackbirds have a unique smell too - 919 derived engine I believe)

[@Stangelycoloured]

I own an '04 silver one of these. It's a great bike. It's everything described in this video. I wish I had the stock exhausts as mine pop and burble too much off throttle for my liking. I'll revert it someday. Be aware, it does have a ridiculously uncomfortable, narrow, stock seat. It slides you forward onto your bits and numbs everything into oblivion after about an hour. Still wouldn't switch it for anything.

[@AlicesWondereland]

Aww, Jake! This is a sweet story. My first Motorcycle was a '95 CBR 600. I have no illusions of owning another one lol. I'm glad you got your bike back

[@someoneelse1i1i]

Got back in to riding a little over a year ago after several decades away from it (I’m 60😳). Started back with a 300 and did about 10,000 miles getting “back into the swing of things”. Your evaluation of the cbr650r gave me the last info I needed to pull the trigger and get one. It’s perfect for me as a daily rider/commuter (and I do ride daily). Appreciate your practical and purposeful reviews!

[@CarkeekW]

The great thing about the hornet 919 is that it listens to you , it doesn't cam on and keep creeping up the Rev range , it holds what ever speed or power you choose so its just as tame as a commuter bike unless you decide

[@NorthCountry2226]

I had a 39 year break from riding. I’m 66 now and have been riding here in Alberta, Canada for 2 summers. Winter here is about 6 months long. Enjoying every ride. Took me some miles to and the toughest part was leaning in the corners. I’ve improved a lot and can comfortably ride a 1992 Suzuki GSX1100G. Love the bike and I share it with my son. I also have a 1982 CB900 Honda and really enjoy it. It’s more than fast enough for me and it’s really smooth and great in the corners. I was thinking about getting a 919 2006 Honda. Can the handle bars be changed to a wider set and also are they good for long trips?

[@someoneelse1i1i]

@@NorthCountry2226 Can’t really comment intelligently about the handle bars. Good to hear you’re riding again! I live in the south in the USA so I can ride moderately comfortably about 70 to 75 percent of the year. I’m retired but work “part time” and ride to work on my bike every day I’m able (about 75 miles round trip) Never too late! Have fun!

[@machupikachu1085]

My bass player had one - a matte black 2002 - and it was a phenomenal machine. So much so that I wanted one myself. I almost purchased one a year later, but didn't. I still regret it. Honda really hit that one out of the park. Spite, you are one lucky panda. Cheers!

[@haneymoto]

I feel the same way about the Yamaha FZR600. It was my first bike and one day I will own another.

[@guavajelly76]

89 FZR 400, never tracked. Sold it for a grand with 5k miles cuz I had to move overseas in a pinch.

[@stephanematis]

I picked my new bike during the with my 4Runner and a light alu hitch setup. I realized that the best part was my time learning to use footpeg lockdown on old pickups for dirt bikes, it worked even better with the hitch rider. Yes, I had straps for extra safety, but I didn't really compress the struts. Just a handy idea to share to all.

[@GLDn1]

I've had two. I kept the one that is still 100% original. It's a perfectly balanced motorcycle. Plenty of snots to get you in trouble but great manners the other 95% of the time.

[@Dean-does-Stuff-81]

I had 2 honda hornet 900's. They were perhaps the best bikes I ever owned. I tracked them, went touring, used them as daily commutes, B road bashed them, and every thing else in between. I miss my hornets even to this day....

[@justinfield5267]

This brings me back as well. I had a 2002 asphalt black 919 and I fell in love with that bike... Unless you've owned one it's so hard to explain.

[@mattrosenberg6108]

HORNETS NEST BAYBAYYYYY!!! Have 06 919 and it’s the best bike I’ve ever ridden

[@millennialmalaise9386]

So glad you got your dream bike Jake! Hope life is treating you well and more cool opportunities come to you!

[@teagan73191]

I just sold my 636 and bought a Hornet yesterday. Custom paint, custom seat, bored out to 945 cc, custom exhaust, power commander, f4i forks and display (which is funny cause the tach says redline is 15k lol) and I got a great deal on it. I'm stoked, it's so torquey and really cozy. As much as I loved my Ninja, sometimes it's exhausting feeling like I'm qualifying every time you get on a bike for a casual cruise or commute. I don't ALWAYS feel like going 100 + MPH or 10k+ RPM but that's what sport bikes are made for, so I'm enjoying the change of pace with the Hornet.

[@fcb6288]

This bike will always have a place in my heart. Great looks, great engine, design did not age too much. I loved mine.

[@mikemet1744]

I have a 2006(RED!). I changed the bars, mirrors, grips, ends, pegs. I hated those stock parts. Added a Procom module. It really is a great bike. It is a perfect mate for my ZRX. Have fun.

[@mustafasaricoban179]

I have the same bike in Turkey, and i agree with you to the end... That's absolutely the bike!!!

[@ArmeroPR]

I had the 599 Hornet back when they first were released in the US and rode it all over the place, even toured on it. Fantastic bike. Really miss it.

[@MinusF117]

The 919 is soooo good. I love mine and I'm never selling it..... but I'm curious if the price is ever going to go up. So underrated.

[@jimstenlund6017]

FZ1 is similar, like 1/2 the price of a R1 with the basically same engine.

[@uroslangus5362]

I have a 2003 cb600f. The fuel tank looks the same as yours. I did switch the handlebar for an 800mm wide with 1" rise. Cables are barely long enough so i didn't have to cut the bars and it rides so good in the corners with the extra leverage. Oh and mine came stock in metallic blue colour ;)

[@crankybear1236]

I wrote on so many videos how underrated this bike is. Same horsepower as a z900rs for way less money. Now I will go ride mine!

[@kws4e]

I got a Hornet PC41 from 2010 as my first bike and I love it. Seems pretty modern and refined for a 13yo bike with plenty of power for a beginner with its 102hp

[@adamg6199]

I have had two of these, I did the suspension with Nitron and replaced exhaust etc. It was a awesome value bike and I still regret selling it.

[@N269]

Nice. Spite has revoked my admission to reply Spite is a cnt!

[@RonnyBonny04]

Got mine for $1300 8 months back, really enjoying it. Needed some TLC but this thing just keeps running (was running on 3 cylinders at one point lol). It was laid down a few times (I may have added one to that count due to some gravel in a corner), but after correcting a bunch of small things this thing is running better than ever.

[@joellikness2121]

Awesome!! Looking forward to lots of content. I've been in love with the 599/919s ever since I got my license in 2006, this was the bike I lusted after. Well, after I sat on a CBR600RR and realized that a chunky 6'3" dude is never going to fit on one.....

[@maroshek19]

I have had mine for 6 seasons. Bought it with 15056 miles on it and now I am approaching 80000 mile mark. More I ride this bike more I love it. At some point she will be sold for parts, good to know those gas tanks are valuable LOL, mine is still in good shape!

[@guitarmike4ever]

So cool to see you on a Hornet again dude! Such a great bike. Honda will always has a place in my heart as I grew up on them with my family. Shout out to the Portillos shirt Spite! Best Chicago Dogs and Italian Beefs. We finally got one in Tucson not too long ago and it's just as I remember in Algonquin or Mundeslime. Hope you have fun on the new bike dude!

[@solidsnake2665]

Alex MVP, Spite MVP #2 for taking care of his bike, much love boys!

[@dasko3]

I really enjoyed this and looking forward to the build series with it!

[@barryjohnstone2255]

still got mine after 5 years cant bare to part with it does have scorpion exhausts on it great bike

[@g-low6365]

so, youre telling us, you´re loading a "hard to get parts" bike, on a harbor freight hitch?. thats ballsy

[@jawsamt3787]

happy to see a 919 on channel, i own a hornet 900 2006 in candy red, she is just an amazing bike and i havent found anything that compares to the feel just yet.

[@kennethlinton4432]

Good to see you out on your own. Keep bringing us new videos Spite!

[@jessesdomain444]

I put a crash cage on my silver 919 shortly after I got it and I'm glad I did because when I lowsided my rare gas tank was unscathed 😅 I'm in Dallas by the way not too far from you.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Honestly so stoked you got another 919. And happy to hear you will not sell it, only if Mark's need it, it's there for him. Love that. I think they're cool motorcycles as well. Never ridden one, might do so at some point. There should be quite a lot of them here still. Loving the fact you are gonna make a series of it with modifications and enjoy the bike as well. Nowadays all you see around YT is newer bike stuff, and I like that but older bikes 70's,80's,90's,00's,10's and everything in between and after tend to be left alone but those are bikes collectors, enthusiasts or newer or even veteran riders buy as a first bike used, or a returning used bike for nostalgia reason and whatsoever. Interesting as well, based on the specs of the Hornet it generates more torque then my Z750, but I do have a bit more hp. But mine does have a real nice mid punch. I wish you could ride one. Not sure if the z800 or z900 are any close to specs or rideability with my 08 Z750, if so you might have ridden one already and now what I mean on how it rides. Looking forward seeing more content on this!

[@Dukerdr]

Wow, that blue is gorgeous and I can't believe he did that with Rustoleum ! Looks a lot better than any of my rattle can paint jobs.

[@Eclispestar]

I got a 02 919 a few months ago. Its so much fun. Zoom zoom. Now my daily commuter.

[@nickb3968]

I've got an 04' in matte uranium green....lots of "tasteful" mods. The biggest one that addresses the "stink" is a CBR900RR header with a custom mid-pipe and single low exit exhaust. That also uncorks the top end a little bit by adding 7hp up top. I've got an adjustable Hagon mono shock on the rear and I custom mixed oil for the front forks( and dropped them 10mm through the triples) with uprated springs....now it rails quite nicely. The frame is the limitation now. Nice wide aftermaket bars too....with frame slider if I drop it to protect the unobtainable tank. It's a great bike, I love 919's too. I've got a ton more mods I haven't mentioned...

[@speedking92]

I've got a 2000 Honda VTR1000F in blue and im seeing a lot of similarities between this bike and mine. Even the color looks similar. Mine's converted to a naked (they put a suzuki front end on it i think which one im not entirely sure). Similar power, but from a big Vtwin instead. I would echo a lot of the same opinions. It's my first bike and despite some annoying issues im having a blast with it.

[@stevecook5358]

My brother had a vtr1000, I have a 919. Very similar in performance..mine was quicker, his was faster. We dynoed them, and both came in at 100/68-69.

[@Jay-mv7xv]

I bought a 2005 FZ1 (fuel injection). I would have bought a 919. If I could have found one!!! My preferences were: 1-919, 2-FZ1, 3-Bandit 1K-1200. But wanted fuel injection and water cooled, if possible. There was a SV6 nearby, but I wouldn't even look at it. So glad you are now able to do the content you choose, the way you want!!! Bravo! Your quality of content has also gotten even better! Keep up the good work! Also, Keep helping Whitney (man what a hotty! ❤🌹) with her content!

[@richardcasey7521]

I own a 2003 919 Hornet and I really like it. I’ve got 6 other bikes that are now just sitting in the garage. You mentioned you had a VFR800 and I also,had one. I prefer the 919.

[@lt7367]

i feel you man. I had an old Africa Twin, rd07, rebuild it to last bolt, just to took a hit from big rock to left side cover, which jammed one off the gear, and the crankshaft bearing hub and engine body got cracked... whole engine ruined in a simple bad luck. Last year was looking for something similar and found the rd04. Instant love. It is so nice to just go back to roots and enjoy all of it again. Wish you the best for 919

[@therealfakecaptain7978]

I now own a 600 Hornet from 2012, it's pretty neat. Enjoy your new ride !

[@dangareau]

My first road bike was a used 1985 Kawasaki 454 LTD. It was also my little brother's first bike. Well 25 years later I traded a treadmill for it and now that poor rusty old lady is back in my driveway waiting for a well deserved refresh/rehab. Lil' bro rides a HD V-Rod now and I love rockin' my Honda Monkey (lol) but we have plans for "Ol' Bessy". And Yes, that's what we named our "half Ninja (900)"

[@Mkivfan28]

I’m a total simp for 919 content! Picked up my 07 with 3400 miles 2 years ago from the original owner. I added a set of Sato slipons for a little more growl. Love it

[@normski262]

the 919 and the 600f Hornets are Legendry ...

[@andrewhansen3044]

My first 'big' bike was the 600 hornet. It was a good bike but felt like it needed another gear. Mine had a nice smell to it when it warmed up too. Interested to see the new 750 hornet

[@wooltron1]

Mine as well. Had a black 2006. Loved that thing.

[@T3hn00bz0r]

I started riding in Chicago. I live in the NW IL suburbs now. Bless you out in that Texas heat.

[@AStrangeHill]

A Hornet is the only thing i'll ever simp for 😂 Really enjoyed this one, would love to see more on it still. Hope you're still enjoying this retro rocket! Cheers to Alex! 🎉 What a guy!!

[@Saucey65]

Awesome a Hornet!!! Would love to ride one of those and see how it feels. Van is shaping up nicely too, everything is getting more polished with the channel and videos. Paint that garage, and hang up some more lights it'll make a big difference for the polish of the videos.

[@billreynolds2221]

I was literally given one by a co-worker who was being sent over seas for his next job. Unbeknownst to he had had it for about 3 years and had never ridden it. It sat outside his home covered. Unfortunately he lived about a half mile from the gulf of Mexico. It had been blown over a few times and had acquired some tank dents. The bike had turpentine in the gas tank. No air in the tires and had the general appearance of some rusted artifact brought up from the titanic. The tank was removed and thorough t cleaned. The fuel injectors were removed and sent to some outfit in south Florida for a complete makeover. All fluids changed, reassembly, and fresh fuel revealed one fine running motorcycle. Add new tires and chain to the mix before riding. The bike was a flat black color. It had the same small windscreen yours had on tinted a funny shade of brown. Optional crack at point of attachment to the bars. Oh, and the original seat was in pretty good shape. Although visually imperfect, functionally, it was a joy to ride. Wonderful engine, good handling, and adequate brakes. It was similar to my 05 zrx1200r so there was no real adjustment period for me. The exhaust smell, as you mention, is common to these bikes. Only bad when you get off and smell your clothes. Sold it after a couple of years and 5,000 miles of riding. I do miss it's simplicity and function. A truly remarkable yet underappreciated motorcycle.

[@adambrown8867]

I just bought a new HD Pan America this past Saturday. It so puts my BMW F850GS to shame in every category. I gave Spite's Corner a plug at Sherman HD.

[@Darcen3]

I see a few comments of new Hornet owners, due to the praise for the bike you have given... Welp! I'm no different, I drove 12 hours one way to get a 2007 candy apple red one, and absolutely love it. Great work 👍

[@spartanx169x]

A man has to have his priorities. :)

[@RadicalLinguisticDescriptivism]

I watched all your original Hentai Hornet content. Glad you got another one! Looking forward to what you are going to do with this thing. I get the same feelings you have about the 919 about the VFR800. The shape, the lines, the sound... moist.

[@KiwiGravelRoadieRick]

I had a 2005 Hornet and it was my come back to motorcycling bike after 20 years of no bikes. I too absolutely loved mine and didn't sell it until way over 100,000 kms. Problems I had - none. Maintenance was lots of oil and filter changes and just one wheel bearing in the rear. Motor still ran like brand new. I never had the fume issue nor did anyone I talked to here in New Zealand. Maybe the USA market ones were set up differently for some reason. Mine also came standard with handlebar weights which I notice you don't have. I took them off once and realized how good a job they did so they went back on. I imagine if the fueling can be leaned out you will notice a more powerful bike. Mine went way fast. Cheers Rick

[@sandgroper1970]

You have Nostalgia, fond memories of your first Hornet. This one will likely add to those memories.

[@ptilrem]

As a Norwegian, I feel your pain in the heat Spite. When it tips 25° C here (77° F) I stop functioning.

[@user-gdxt-7399]

You mean you're only functioning above 25 C? Same here in Greece

[@ptilrem]

@@user-gdxt-7399 When it tips= goes over.

[@alecguinan91]

As soon as you mentioned the flaw I remembered you in the discord talking about you getting rid of it and it gave me a good chuckle

[@DiddleDangle]

What a guy! Can't wait to see more content with this gem!

[@macgeek2112]

I had a 2002. I loved the bike EXCEPT for the swirling exhaust up my back that made me smell like exhaust fumes all day long. I had added a PowerCommander (V? I think) and that didn't completely fix the exhaust problem. I had a 929 header waiting in the wings but sold the bike before I found the right silencer.

[@CanadianDupa]

Should check the oil as well on first inspection

[@cliveomahoney4096]

I does appear that quite a lot of parallel 4s have been ruined chasing more and more performance, losing torque low down and replacing it with screaming HP up top. Useless for the road. Why don't you get it flashed? You can clean up an awful lot of the running problems.

[@80sforLife]

I know EXACTLY how you feel. I've had my 06 since 2010 and still stock. Best bike I've ever owned. It will reside on display in my living room the day I can no longer ride it. Best bike ever. I would like to add that we have been lied to however. I just bought a new red tank from a shop also claiming to be the last one in the states for $900. OUCH. Another $600 to replace the fuel pump because the old tank rusted out. So be careful with replacements as someone is jacking up prices claiming extreme rarity. I was able to get rid of the rich gas smell by adding bags to my bike. It must change the airflow at the back because it's almost completely gone with them on. Big set of 3 Givi hard shell bags. Great review and like you, this bike changed my life and still makes me grin like a boy experiencing a first crush everytime I ride it.

[@paganrythyms]

I had the matt green 2005 919, loved that bike!

[@asan1050]

ThanksMuch! Spite!

[@KillLaVanilla]

Such a nice music choice when driving to pick up the bike 👌🏼

[@JasonNavarro-u3l]

Dude bro! I just got my 2002 Hornet 919 in February after you and Mr Potato 🥔 talked so highly of it. I'm out in Prescott, Az where we have 2 of the best roads in the state to ride. If you ever want to do a Hornet ride, Az or Tx. I'd totally be down.

[@rickeco4tango33]

A good tune-up with Hi-flow air filter, and hotter plug’s helps that stank a bit as I remember!!

[@nulla9601]

The man you bought it from also has a RX-8. A true man of taste. Rx-8 and a hornet

[@BW-nd5uc]

This is a great video, something different. I wonder if you could start a new “interview “ type of segment on your channel? Where you find unique or iconic bikes and interview their owners? And maybe even score a test ride? Your easy going personality really seems like a good fit to get some interesting conversations going and could be something to diversify your videos in between regular reviews…

[@stewartnorton6386]

I've got 600. I'm 6ft and find the pegs are just a little too high and forward for my liking, not a deal breaker but a little movement would make it bang on.