Honda is about to launch the CB1000 Hornet, a 1000cc naked bike that promises to bring significant changes to the brand.
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Although Honda is known for its reliability, many motorcycle enthusiasts believe the company has lost its innovation edge compared to competitors like Yamaha and Kawasaki. Honda’s 500cc lineup, for example, has remained practically unchanged for decades, and its 1000cc bikes have been overshadowed by more popular models in the market.
First introduced at EICMA, the CB1000 Hornet features a bold design inspired by the smaller versions of the Hornet series. Recently, Honda filed approval documents in Germany, indicating that the bike’s launch is imminent, starting in Europe.
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With about 150 horsepower and a potentially more advanced version called CB1000 SP, the bike promises to please fans looking for performance and high-tech features.
However, the CB1000 Hornet is not completely new in terms of engineering, as it is based on the engine of the CBR1000RR, which Honda has used for years. This follows a common trend among Japanese manufacturers, who reuse proven platforms to make large-displacement motorcycle performance more accessible.
Source: Ride Apart | Photos: YouTube (@HondaMotorcyclesEU) | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team