Honda has officially pulled the covers off the all-new CB1000F, a retro-inspired naked bike that brings the classic CB line back into focus. First shown as a concept during the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race, the production version is now ready for the road—and it’s every bit as handsome as expected.
The CB1000F stays close to the design direction of the CB1000 Hornet, sharing its chassis and core components, but Honda’s given it a more laid-back character. Think of it as the Hornet’s calmer, more mature sibling—one that’s more about smooth power delivery than chasing redlines.
The bike comes in three color options: Wolf Silver Metallic with Blue Stripe, Wolf Silver Metallic with Grey Stripe, and Graphite Black. Each one channels the understated cool of the 1980s, and that’s not by accident. Honda says the CB1000F’s design nods back to the CB750F, the machine that helped define sportbikes of its era and famously carried Freddie Spencer to AMA racing glory.
Under the tank sits Honda’s tried-and-tested 999cc inline-four, now tuned for broader torque and everyday rideability. It puts out 122 hp at 9,000 rpm and 103 Nm at 8,000 rpm, thanks to revised camshafts, longer intake funnels, and a 4-2-1 exhaust with a vintage-style megaphone muffler.
Suspension duties are handled by Showa’s SFF-BP 41mm forks up front and a Showa shock out back, both fully adjustable for preload and damping. Stopping power comes from Nissin radial-mount four-piston calipers and 310 mm discs, with cornering ABS and wheelie control fitted as standard.
Electronics include three preset ride modes (Standard, Sport, Rain) plus two user-customizable modes. Everything is managed via a 5-inch TFT display with full smartphone connectivity through the left-hand switchgear.
In short, the CB1000F isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it’s Honda reinterpreting the best bits of the past for riders of today. With big-bike looks, everyday usability, and a touch of retro charm, it’s shaping up to be one of the most balanced roadsters in the brand’s lineup.
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