Since we learned that Honda was planning the launch of its new CB1000 Hornet, there have been numerous rumors talking about the possibility of the arrival of a Neo-Retro version of its new model.
And it is not surprising considering the importance that some versions of this type have had within Japanese brands, especially in large displacement frames such as the new maxinaked from Honda.
Now, thanks to the colleagues at La Moto Argentina, we are back on track of what we could expect from an “Old Style” version of the recently presented CB1000 Hornet. In any case, and looking back in time, we can get an idea of what would initially be included in the plans of the Japanese firm itself.
An old-fashioned CB1000 Hornet
Within these assumptions we must take into account some details of certain relevance, such as that the everlasting CB1300 Super Four will permanently stop being manufactured next year (it is only sold in Japan). The well-known Honda model is the living image of what fans of the brand expect from a motorcycle like this: On the one hand, that classic image that is always liked so much and on the other, the level of technology necessary to ride safely and with confidence in these days.
It is curious that they currently already have a motorcycle that meets all these premises and, yet, we cannot enjoy it in Europe. We are referring to the beautiful Honda Hawk 11, although this has been developed on the same basis as the current Africa Twin and NT1100. This is equivalent to equipping a 1,082 cc parallel twin, offering somewhat different behavior than its new maxinaked.
So let’s imagine that same motorcycle equipped with the four-cylinder engine of the CB1000 Hornet. In addition, the Japanese brand always has among the catalog of possibilities to use any of its versions, including the new CB1000 Hornet SP to recreate an even more special motorcycle.
For example, giving life to a Bol d’Or variant with specific details such as a fuel tank with a specific design, the presence of a wide profusion of chrome or, if necessary, the inclusion of a round front headlight and covering it. a front half fairing.
Of course, the CB1000 Hornet in neo retro version would also sport a special paint scheme and could even be offered in two very different versions. On the one hand, a more classic variant and on the other a second option developed on the basis of the current SP version. This translates into being able to have the latest in technological terms without giving up a distinguished Vintage image.
Let us remember that the CB1000 Hornet, in its standard version, uses the well-known engine of the CBR1000RR Fireblade 2017, the new Honda mount offers a final power of 152 HP at 11,000 rpm and a torque of 104 Nm at 9,000 rpm. It also equips Showa suspensions, Nissin braking and an equipment level that has full LED lighting, 5-inch full-color TFT screen, Honda RoadSync connectivity for IOS/Android smartphone, rear turn signals with emergency stop signal (ESS) function. or electronic throttle, Throttle By Wire (TBW).
Everything indicates that this long-awaited Neo-retro version of the newly released CB1000 Hornet could reach the brand’s dealerships in 2026, coinciding with the forced retirement of the iconic CB1300 Super Four.
Although the brand has not confirmed the news at the moment, we already know the relevance of the information from Japanese media, very close to the country’s 4 big brands.
