Honda CB1000 Hornet SP: specs and comparison
Honda CB1000 Hornet SP (Naked, since 2025): 1000 cc engine, 115.6 kW / 155 bhp, 212 kg (kerb weight), seat height 809 mm. Licence: Full A only.
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Honda CB1000 Hornet SPsince 2025 · 1000 cc · 116 kW
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Specs
SP (since 2025)
| Years | since 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | Naked |
| Licence | Full A only |
| Engine | 1000 cc, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 115.6 kW / 155 bhp |
| Torque | 107 Nm at 9000 rpm |
| Weight | 212 kg (kerb weight) |
| Seat height | 809 mm |
| Suspension travel | front 118 mm, rear 139 mm |
| Max load | 188 kg (rider, passenger, luggage) |
| ABS | ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 17 l |
| Fuel use | 47 mpg (6 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 155 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £8,900 - £9,500 |
Why it's worth it
- Smooth, predictable power
- Modern electronics
- Strong brakes
- Good-quality suspension
Watch out
- High insurance cost
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Restrictor kit or modifications: do they match the paperwork?
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Questions
Is the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP A2-legal?
No: 115.6 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
809 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP weigh?
212 kg (kerb weight).
What is the fuel use and range of the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP?
About 47 mpg (6 l/100 km); with the 17 l tank that is roughly 155 miles (250 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.