JAKARTA - The 2026 Honda CB1000F finally entered the dealer in the United States. This motorcycle carries the classic style of the CB era in the late 1970s, but is equipped with modern engines and features.
Quoted from Cycle World, Sunday, June 7, the CB1000F is sold for USD10,599. That price is USD2,300 cheaper than the Kawasaki Z900RS ABS. This motorcycle is also USD400 cheaper than the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP which is its basis.
In terms of design, the CB1000F is clearly playing in the nostalgia area. Its shape is inspired by the 1979 Honda CB750F and CB900F. The graphics of the body also remind us of Freddie Spencer's CB-F 1023 cc racing bike.
However, the CB1000F is not just a Hornet SP with a classic outfit. The engine base is indeed from the CB1000 Hornet SP, namely a DOHC inline four-cylinder engine that still has a lineage from the 2017 CBR1000RR.
The character of the engine is made different. According to Ben Purvis, Cycle World correspondent in the UK, the peak power of the CB1000F is around 122 hp. Lower than the Hornet SP which reaches 155 hp. However, the power comes at a lower engine speed.
The torque also only dropped slightly, from 77 lb-ft to 76 lb-ft. The difference is that the CB1000F's torque comes earlier. That is, this motorcycle is designed to be more enjoyable to use daily, not just chasing big numbers in brochures.
Honda changed the axle shaft, the intake air channel, and the transmission ratio. Gears one and two are made more responsive for acceleration. Gears three through six are made longer to make the engine's rotation more relaxed when cruising.
Honda said its goal is to deliver "fun and balanced performance across the entire engine rev range".
Despite its old-fashioned style, its electronic features are equivalent to modern motorcycles. The CB1000F uses a six-axis IMU, which is a device that reads the motion of the motor to help the safety system work more accurately.
This motorcycle has three driving modes, namely Standard, Rain, and Sport. There are also two modes that can be set by the rider. Other features include traction control, engine braking settings, cornering ABS, 5-inch TFT panel, mobile connection, LED lights, electronic throttle or ride-by-wire system, and smart key.
For the frame, the CB1000F uses a twin-spar model, namely a frame with two main beams that flank the engine. This model is the same as the Hornet SP. However, the subframe is made more rigid for passenger comfort.
The front suspension uses Showa SFF-BP 41 mm. The rear suspension uses the Showa Pro-Link monoshock. In the braking sector, Honda installed a Nissin four-piston radial caliper with a 310 mm double disc in the front.
The comparison with the Hornet SP is interesting here. The CB1000F is indeed cheaper, but does not use the Brembo Stylema caliper and Öhlins rear shock absorber like the Hornet SP.
Honda seems to want to sell two things at once, namely the classic feel and the ease of modern motorcycles. For fans of old-style Japanese motorcycles, the CB1000F offers a vintage look without having to abandon today's safety devices.
Its main specifications include a 1,000 cc four-cylinder in-line engine, a 6-speed transmission, PGM-FI injection, a seat height of 31.3 inches or about 795 mm, a 4.2 gallon tank or about 15.9 liters, and a fuel-free weight of 472 pounds or about 214 kg.
The CB1000F does come with nostalgia. But its main attraction is not just memories. This motorcycle offers an aggressive price, a more road-friendly engine character, and a classic style that is easy to understand.
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