FIRST RIDE REVIEW of the NEW 2025 Honda CB1000 HORNET SP!

[@UsernameKate]

Hey Everyone! Thank you to everyone interacting with this vlog! Just a quick note on my volume. My Sennheiser mic is new and in its loudest setting but annoyingly - it's still super quiet. I have to bring down the volume of everything else to match or it would blow your eardrums out. I have no idea why a 'top quality' mic would pick up volume so quiet! If anyone knows a solution, I am all ears! But hopefully, despite the quietness (wack your volume up folks!) - the sound is clear. Thanks all!

[@takoma808]

It's alright, just mark the vid ASMR and you'll get a whole new audience coming in.

[@UsernameKate]

haha love that

[@danweston6043]

Great to see an in-line 4 not a twin still in production. Not sure on the looks and that zaust end can.......kin huge dukeofbrunette 😉🤙

[@putvogel25]

you may contact me for help with the sennheiser and edit-tips

[@UsernameKate]

I'm gonna have to :)

[@simongray2533]

The aftermarket exhaust makers are gonna make a killing on this one! 🤣

[@R-Tap]

There is a SC Project available at time of purchase, however the can is still pretty big.

[@simongray2533]

@R-Tap Yeah, I think Mr. Akrapovic will be rubbing his hands together! 🤣. I think it's a good looking bike apart from that monstrosity! 😁

[@MissMan666]

@@R-Tap you sure ? the on i see from SC does not have the exup valve, so its for the none "SP" version. I mean i guess i can fit the SP version but the bike would loose power.

[@guntherd.2005]

But with EURO5 legislation I don't think it is so easy these days. Don't you need to replace the full exhaust line (no slip-on allowed). I might be wrong, or I hope I am.

[@johnston7744]

I actually just got back from the Akrapovič web site.

[@lr_spb]

Honda’s nailed it with this one-good top-end shocks, proper brakes, and a lively engine to boot. And they’ve nailed the price too-2k less than Suzuki and miles cheaper than Yamaha and KTM. Finally, a big-name brand has stepped up with something that’s gonna properly shake up the industry! 👍

Agree they will sell loads of these.

[@ianjames3078]

Can get the Suzy for same money brand new though.

[@NickyLong89]

Looks good too! Seen people say it looks too much like a V4S street fighter but thats like complaining your mrs looks too much like Cameron Diaz.

[@RiderReview]

Following KTM's decline, prices ranged from £17,000 to £12,000, and amid the bankruptcy proceedings and subsequent revelations, no warranty included/provided. I believe that not only KTM customers will transition to the new Honda, but it is poised to become the best-selling motorcycle of 2025. Ps I love my 750 Honet on my channel!

[@gdwxy]

@@lr_spb it looks crap

[@sxurry]

By far the best in-depth LOOK at the actual bike that I've seen thus far. Thank you for the closeups

[@UsernameKate]

Ah thank you!

[@BrianMcCann421]

It's not cheap, it's just that the others are too expensive. This is a good price correction, it's where bikes should be price-wise. When you think a bog standard KTM 990 is almost £13k and the 990R at £15k. Well done Honda for taking the lead

[@NickyLong89]

I bought a CF Moto 800MT because i couldn’t stomach the basic spec price of the Transalp. Nice to see Honda being a bit more sensible with their pricing.

[@guntherd.2005]

Indeed, Honda understands customers pockets have their limits. Unlike KTM, Ducati and BMW.

[@nlmaster9811]

This is like $3k in 2015 dollars.

[@edwardwilson4974]

You cannot know that without knowing the costings of all the bike companies, which have faced massive price increases in their supplies over recent years. Honda can do this on a sheer scale basis but I don’t think any of the others can. Note the demise of KTM, who would have been stunned by this direct rival.

[@BrianMcCann421]

@ yes I can. Just look at the hugely inflated prices we have been paying in the uk for years. This is a not tax or a duty but the manufacturers applying a premium to the UK market. This has been corroborated by many independent studies

[@timothybrockbank7474]

About time the Japanese manufacturers got a grip with their prices this should sell well

[@christophereaves7108]

just japanese? dont thikn ducati or bmw or KTM are over priced?

[@churchofbrap876]

Yamaha pricing is fine, $8500 US for an MT07, $10,500 for an MT09. For me those are the sweet spot. I personally don't want/need 150 hp even if it's the same price as Yamahas middleweight.

[@hgv1883]

Not only the Japanese motorcycle manufacturers

[@Bikermark7089]

Never thought I’d hear Ovaries mentioned in a bike review. 😂 Great review as always. Pretty cool looking bike. 👍

[@headrace4863]

…Honda better have a stack of umbrellas ready for all the people in the queue outside the dealer to buy one. Gonna be a big seller that.

[@chukaone]

Yes. I think this and the Yamaha R9 are going to be the top sellers for 2025

[@drsous6400]

"It feels just so flipity flopity don't stopity"...Kate you have a way with words. love it ;)

[@gwilliamwallace]

I have a '14 CB1000R bought new in 2015 as a leftover model in the US for $7,200. As soon as I got her home I installed a Yoshimura cat delete 3/4 exhaust and the uncorked engine now sings just as she should. If this bike is at all as good and it sure appears to be cut from the same cloth you can't go wrong. Nice review thanks.

[@thinkingimpaired5663]

Phenomenal review because you're straight and to the point style is refreshing. Versus a long winded historical perspective on another channel. The scenery through the Spain was perfect and the exhaust didn't sound like a sewing machine.

[@motogordo1903]

Let’s gooooo Kate!!! Woooohoooo!

[@UsernameKate]

Hypeking!!!

[@pauljoyce6535]

Thanks Kate. I've seen few reviews as you'd expect but. Yours is great n real. Thanks again lady.

[@DogMania]

Awesome review Kate! So thorough and detailed and great riding!

[@1bruv1962]

Loved the sound and vocal quality on this video, all round excellent review.. Good job Kate.

[@amococ2487]

Best review by far! - so far. I love that Kate talks about and shows the emotions when riding the bike. Everyone else is just stats. Kate expresses opinions. Great review, top work, and made me massively doubt my choice of next bike. I want an XSR900, but this is cheaper and more power, better brakes and shock. If only it had cruise control. I'd 100% be on this bike 😬🤦‍♂️

[@somatyk]

New sub. Great Channel. Kate. You have been the only reviewer so far to actually tackle the naughty bits. The welding on your bike was absolutely shocking. I dropped my bike for a commuter. A Honda CB125R. Great mpg/range. The throttle twitch is digital. Same as you described. It's on or off. I honestly think it's dangerous for new riders. A wet roundabout. Roll off throttle even a millimetre? The front dives. It's the same with the CB650R. It's about time somebody was honest. Thank you.

[@liamato1]

That’s a really well presented review of this bike Kate, and what tremendous value. I ride a Ducati at present, but I do wish manufacturers would take notice that price is a massive factor and the best selling bikes these days are cheaper, smaller capacity bikes. Well done Honda for producing a larger reasonably priced naked for the majority.

[@gregbreeze-hatchett6115]

You put that through its paces Kate👍was quite surprised subframe welded on(looked rough😬) & not bolted(bonus for changing in an accident)😎

[@CaptLawrence]

Im a welder by trade so I always make fun of bad welds. Despite that though have you ever needed to replace a subframe after a wreck? In 30 years I have only every replaced one subframe after an accident and that was when my trailer was hit by another car with the bike inside tied down.

[@IanBlackburn-j8e]

Another Great Vid Kate the Hornet looks Great some Great Roads There too its Got all you need Especially the Stylema Breaks I think all Fly By wire Throttles seem to be a Bit Twitchy as Aposed to cable But it's a lovley Bike Sharp and it's a Honda so Build Quality should Be great Glad to see your Getting some Great Vlogs in Spain with all your Hard work your Doing Take care Kate Ride safe and Enjoy every moment

[@warhobbit7951]

I own the 750 hornet 22 plate and it definitely don’t disappoint The 1000 is on my radar as well

[@alvin6720]

This just might be me but I like listening to your voice describe the ride through the twisties around the mountains great video also like the bike lol😊

[@export41]

Another brilliant review Kate & I've just watched MCN's review and your in the background

[@anthonyfox2836]

Amazing video footage. Spellbinding scenery coupled with Honda engine roar. Great review and savage bike for the money! 🏍️ 🙏

[@RedayNBG]

Man I was really excited for this video all week :) awesome! The 1000 Hornet SP definitely did not disappoint from the looks of it! Can’t wait for your first look and impressions for the base model and the review later on

[@martinturner9296]

Nice one Kate 👍

[@mancavemoto]

What an intro!

[@UsernameKate]

Lots of magic had to go into it to disguise the people walking in the background ✨️🤣 thanks Tony! HNY! 🫶

[@kristiantoogood7781]

Great review and great camera work, this bike could tempt me off my old Fireblade, particularly now I’m old and need something more comfortable! Thanks for posting!

[@ulfjonsson22]

Bonuspoint from Sweden for the Öhlins pronunciation. BTW, that bike looks really nice!!!

[@alanbrudenell4918]

Great review Kate Honda have a winner here! I saw the bike at the nec brilliant value for money

[@EUKBIKER]

Best thing to watch while recovering from being ill for the past few days. Made me feel upset i couldnt ride my bike for past 4 days... Spent two days bed bound because of flu, then spent last two days dizzy still with flu trying to force myself to walk😂😂... It went as well as almost falling down the stairs but forcing myself the other way and slamming through a door. Being ill sucks when youre 6'4 with size 12/13 feet.

[@AW8UK]

GWS....Festive flu here too and viewing whilst feeling dire 😊

[@EUKBIKER]

@AW8UK my flu cleared up then i had the runny bum issues so go careful, when you feel slightly better dont make my mistake, dont trust a fart.

[@AW8UK]

@EUKBIKER 😳🤞🙏

[@Englishbikerdan]

Fantastic video Kate! They sound brilliant.

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks Dan!

[@tonyciriello6872]

Another great review Kate. Seems like you should have been in front of that other rider on the twisty roads. Holding you back? Looked like it to me. What Honda seems to be doing is reducing its per unit profit and betting on volume sales to gain it back. We riders who want the performance package at a reasonable price are also winners in that formula. Well done Honda. It should also force the other brands hand to do the same to stay in the game. Hurry up !!

[@ianclose123]

I always loved the look of the old black/gold Hornet 600 so im glad to see this looks so similar.

[@stuartsharpe5513]

Excellent review great bike 😊

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! Surely one I would consider. Price is amazing. But that end can is huge! It has to have it's own weather system. It looks like a vacuum cleaner. Other than that, pretty nice. Best!

[@brianbull438]

Great job done Kate, interesting analogies, Bile looks good may test ride one of these. Good place for test ride played golf there a couple of times, Bikes & golf perfect for me 😄 was thinking of a Kawasaki Z900RS but this may change my mind

[@jimmarshall807]

Looked like a fantastic ride on a great bike. With the Hornets and the Transalp, Honda have shifted gear from a polished, premium-priced machine for those willing to pay a little more to bonkers value on relatively basic but still great bikes at prices to make even the Chinese manufacturers blush. Nice one, Big Aitch

[@angelangel-vv2yz]

Honda's are great

[@davidmiall3814]

Awesome video & evidently an awesome bike too 😎🏍️ I think I will be arranging a demo just for my own curiosity next spring.

[@Naitsiro]

Found my dream bike with this new Hornet, love the looks and the sound, this color combo is really cool and the red one is also very nice 🤩

[@ronniedixon-h3u]

The bloke infront was definitely slowing yer down, love the vlog 😂😊

[@markfromleeds]

great review kate😊

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks frienddddd 😊

[@markfromleeds]

@ 😊😘

[@adam8236]

I have been waiting for this review! My favourite pro is "smooth as slug snot" what a bike. I wasnt overly impressed with some of the welds. And the con you mention is feet! Im size 14. So ill have to go have a sit i think. Thanks for another excellent review kate!

[@vfrexup]

Honda have put the cat amongst the pigeons with this one !😍

[@UsernameKate]

I might do an uncut ride version of this vlog! A lot of this video is taken up by intros, walkrounds and pros and cons so I had to chop the riding footage to barely anything! I had a lot to say so I reckon that video will be on the horizon :)

[@anthonystevens8683]

The quote of the day... month... maybe year has to be "as smooth as slug snot" for the auto blipper and quick shifter. Perfectly described. I might be wrong (probably) but the front suspension looks to be on one fork leg only that seems a tad odd as I can't see a fork brace but I'm getting on a little bit and I'm sure that things have changed a lot so probably a non issue. I rarely used to twiddle the front suspender settings much anyway as most changes that I made the bike made back then made my bikes it less hop on and ride for an all rounder on the road. Many thanks for sharing.

[@BruceLloyd-n7b]

5 Star review Kate, smooth as slug snot.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Love to ride the Honda Hornet 750 and 1000 SP too. They both sound and look great. Bet they're so much fun too! And yes pricewise they're super nice too!

[@Edsdrafts]

Thanks for the review Kate. Jealous... I'd love to try one. Having said that, IMO Yamaha still seems to be on top of their game. Bike for money alternative MT-09 has a sweet roar and grunt low and mid range. There's no need to ring it, so much more fun in town. The IMU is also a huge deal, you can give it all the beans you want it won't slam down the throttle when wheel goes up a bit, it just puts it down nicely when aids are on. As much as I love it the CB1000 just doesn't hold up to MT09 never mind MT10 without the electronics. If you ride it gently, this Hornet is a lovely bike. If you disable the aids and have the skills, probably too. But if you are in between and want peace of mind, then sorry, this might noy be for you. It sure isn't for me from what I see and hear.

[@dnfielding]

I am so tempted by this bike, to the extent of thinking I would order one without seeing it. Got me thinking now with my size 14 boots!

[@UsernameKate]

I'm sure if you were gonna change the exhaust anyway, it wouldn't matter so much :)

[@Umerkhan-vj6hl]

A very impressive and detailed yet gibberish free review. 👑

[@petelovett1351]

Great review, thank you! Totally agree, I think Honda are onto a winner with this one…

[@tomroberts7195]

Holy crap! That's a pretty good price. Hell you'd pay more for an MT-09 new! An more again for the SP! Honda come out swinging with this one!

[@churchofbrap876]

True, but do u really need 150 HP. I'd prefer the 120 hp Yamaha that's lighter weight, that's just me.

[@tomroberts7195]

@churchofbrap876 na. Myself personally always thought the sweet spot was 110-130. I actually ride an MT-09, gen 3 tho. I was more getting at the fact you could get the CB1000 for less than a new SP. To me the idea seems mental.

[@churchofbrap876]

@@tomroberts7195 I have an MT10 that I don't ride much, it's just too much bike. I ride my XSR900 much more. Lighter, more nimble, and plenty of power, never find myself needing more. So personally I'm not going to buy a high horsepower bike just because it's cheap. I'd rather have the lighter more nimble bike even if it costs the same.

[@RobertDodge]

@@tomroberts7195 Remember the Honda does not come with an IMU

[@alanhay-i5d]

what a bloody bargain - but I want a red one!

[@williamrae9954]

Me too!

[@RussRyan7713]

Yeah red is best. Buy the SP and get it wrapped. I'm thinking about that too much 😂

[@expatbiker6598]

Honda hornets if the past is to be taken into account. These bikes will out live the average rider. When will this amazing channel get over 100k subs. Come on everyone.

[@Drzee1968]

Nice riding Kate

[@garyeverett8757]

Great review Kate. Looks a nice motorbike and very capable and great value for money.

[@ragerider6283]

Nice review. It's an interesting proposition. In essence it's "just" an average mid-pack Japanese 1000cc naked, but with an incredible price & that's it's USP. As money talks, or lack of it, Honda will sell more than they can make I imagine.

[@Markevans63]

Nice Can and a tail tidy and itll be the Mutts 👌

[@DB-so8zc]

Great review as always Kate! Hope it comes to the US. I would rock one as a second bike! Cheers!

[@piraltas]

Audio is super low did you normalize it before uploading? Or its just me here? Thanks, great review

[@UsernameKate]

My sennheiser mic is new and in its loudest setting, it's still super quiet. I have to bring everything else down to match or it would blow your eardrums out. I have no idea why a very expensive mic would pick up so quiet. Unless I'm doing something wrong 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@verlinswarey507]

Yeah,it was quiet.

[@piraltas]

@@UsernameKate ty

[@aleckx123]

Hello Kate thank's for the ride. And congratulations for the close-up plans of the frame. Do not wonder any more about the reason for the low price, just look at the poor quality of the welds of the frame. It may be a good machine but the prices drawn are visible. Not a big deal when ridind, but it remains to be seen how she will age.✌

[@philipchard7596]

Hi Kate , just to say wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas, thank you for your wonderful blogs, as here in Sweden two wheels isn’t an option now😂.Be good to see your Dad in a Christmas blog chatting, He’s obviously so proud of your achievements,well done , God Jul jag hoppas du har jattebra dag 🥂🍾🎄🎅🌺🙏🇸🇪

[@whitneyestate1402]

Solid bike. A real banger w/ the power-to-weight. Love your nails

[@Trevster65]

Saw this at motorcycle live, awesome bike, shame the sp is only in black I prefer the white one but that’s me. I’d expect to see shed loads on the road in the spring.

[@angelangel-vv2yz]

I would love to have the red as sp too

[@davidgreen2528]

Some amazing roads and the riding was very impressive,! Another great video

[@UsernameKate]

Thanks David, appreciate that! 🙏

[@davidgreen2528]

@ love the videos , amazing content and the passion u have for bikes I think is awesome ,

[@bshortt4244]

Holy crap... that exhaust....

[@GligaChaz]

Looks like it's bolted on so easy to remove at least 🙏🏻.

[@motorcycle-man]

Let's not pretend that's not the first thing that gets replaced in masses. Happy they put the R&D elsewhere.

[@bshortt4244]

@@motorcycle-man lol... you're not wrong on that.

[@mattstringer7838]

Thought it came with a side car

[@dstev55]

@@mattstringer7838😂

[@elvincastro9479]

Sad that this bike will not come to the US is a awesome bike.

[@UsernameKate]

Gutted for you :(

[@yahoodlums]

They need to put this headlight and fairing on the 750. Looks like a bargain!

[@UsernameKate]

Looks pretty doesn't it!

[@Daniel-gb9ex]

I've been waiting for the review of this bike. It might not be the most powerful naked bike, but it's more than powerful enough and the price is a bargain ! Just wish we could get the SP in different colors, specifically the red you can get in the base bike.

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Great vlog, great bike at a fantastic price my only drawback is my age, if only i was young again I'd love one.

[@simondemetriou7750]

Nice review………..looks like a lot of fun!!

[@terryomara9403]

Kate great vid put my deposit down last month 👍

[@Chris-mn7yy]

Jeeeeeze look at the state of that exhaust.

[@fyorbane]

Just viewed another review from Fast Bikes and he found the throttle buttery smooth. So maybe it could be a Kate issue. Also you can adjust the quickshifter up and down to make it quicker or slower in it's action. Brilliant.

[@UsernameKate]

Throttle, or engine? Engines buttery smooth for sure!

[@tonybarton3746]

Lovely bike , twitchy throttle = character, foot welded to exhaust stops your foot slipping of footpeg hee hee 😂😂❄️⛄️🎄🎄🎅⛄️Happy Christmas Kate 😊👍👍🎄🎄⛄️❄️

[@kevinallen4052]

It’s what the motorcycle industry needs now a good bike at a sensible price.

[@sandrego2884]

an adventure touring version of this would be great :)

[@The.JZA.]

Sounds awesome even with the stock pipe. It is huge though. Looking forward to see an SC Project can on the side of that bike.

[@jonpeters5194]

Usually twitchy is referred to steering and snatchy is throttle - I keep getting confused about what you are referring too. otherwise nicely done informative review

[@stuartbrooks8040]

I love there's someone out there still making a powerful inline 4 naked :D

[@markfisher2683]

“ a passion that burns DEEP in my ovaries “😂😂😂😂

[@AliG-iq4gd]

Trying to be edgie...................

[@UsernameKate]

Sir, the word you're looking for is 'edgey'.

[@williamrae9954]

​@@UsernameKate Eggy 😂

[@UsernameKate]

Aggy more like for this chap 🤣

[@williamrae9954]

@UsernameKate Yup...been following Delphi for nearly 8yrs...that's trolling on a different level, one of the corrupt cops somehow even managed to get the US NSA to reposition a SATALLITE, and sent images of her house and what was parked in her drive to one online sleuths who's getting too close to the truth...scary stuff, others got 'Swatted' !

[@GixxerLife99]

Just came here for the pronounciation of „haunet“. I have not been disappointed. Greetings from Austria :)

[@GixxerLife99]

Edit: next time I hope to hear „flickidee flockidee“ again

[@UsernameKate]

Flipperdy flopperdy 🤣🤣🤣

[@GixxerLife99]

@@UsernameKate just brilliant, and the bike also sounds „noice“

Most Europeans learn American English so when they hear actual real English they are surprised.

[@GixxerLife99]

I‘m not surprised, I just love a strong UK accent

[@AW8UK]

Thanks Kate ....Personally I would pay extra for IMU (including as a cost option), as we're all capable of being caught by surprise). 2024 MT09 & 2025 Z900R both have IMU despite competitive purchase costs.

[@MEKIT-b4w]

it looks a very good quality 1000cc naked with everything at rational price finally!

[@rickterry8148]

Lovely bike, love to have a shot but, not a chance I would buy it, tooo much temptation. need to keep licence. 😆 Oh, great review. x

[@nickt3202]

Best review so far, good bike got me interested as something different than a sports bike. Nice roads, whats it like on the longer roads using the top gears.

[@matthewtoes6433]

You gave this bike a good review but which naked bike is your favourite Could it be the KTM 1390 What would you buy your self

[@Mike10001977]

How would it goes as a daily commute, in busy city traffic, stopping and starting and weaving in and out of cars ? Thinking on buying one

[@jensen922]

Great video 😊 Can you adjust the position of the foot pegs, if you for example have big feet? 😅

[@davelawrence594]

Great review young lady very well put together & very open and honest!!👍🏻 i would buy this amazingly priced bike if it was in a different colour as i love the gold wheels & forks but hate the black why only one option Honda you've missed out on selling shed loads of these not that they won't sell a lot at this price but they would have sold shed loads & it defo needs cruise & then it would be absolutely perfect!!😬👌🏻👍🏻

[@PlayerSalt]

id love a video on the gear you wear, im a little plus size but yeah love whatever that is for the bottom layer under the jacket

[@Aldo08F]

Just a thought regarding the snatchy throttle. I have a duc Monster 1200R and the throttle response is similar to what you described. On my machine it was remedied by fitting wee plastic spacers to the internal arrangement of the hand control. Might be an option for the Hornet, then again maybe not.

[@scheun2]

Great review

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Hey ka nice review Of Honda Hornet Nacked 1000

[@terrybryant6899]

Great video as always, bikes lovely but heck that end can ? Could it be any bigger ????

[@anxiousappliance]

LOL - probably the cat.

[@terrybryant6899]

@anxiousappliance like a lion..!

[@JohnLongdin]

I think they'll sell shed loads of these! Sounded a fun day 👌

[@Andy.N-_-]

Christ i wish the adverts had the asmr setting made me $41t myself .... look like you enjoyed that Kate .. i certainly did thank you

[@UsernameKate]

Haha so sorry about that!!!

[@originalkontrol]

I've only just noticed how very massive that can is....jeeeeeesus! No can envy here...

[@petersalur1111]

Hope you're Ovaries are ok, love watching your videos, it was my dream to have a motorbike never happened but I have been a passenger on a bike 3 times. 1 was a bsa 250 around 50 years ago 2 was triumph and 3 was a Kawasaki it was bloody big and I burnt my leg on the exhaust, still.got the.bloody scare. So jealous but that's life.

[@ralphwarom2514]

:D