Honda
Honda CB1000 Hornet
A 155 bhp naked that undercuts its European rivals on price alone
In short
The CB1000 Hornet is Honda's flagship naked motorcycle for India, priced from ₹13,29,390 with a 999cc inline-four making 155 bhp and Öhlins rear suspension. It undercuts most European litre-class nakeds with similar power, but a superbike this powerful is never going to be cheap to run or comfortable in daily traffic.
- Engine
- 999 cc
- Power
- 155 bhp
- Kerb weight
- 211 kg
What works
- 155 bhp from a 999cc inline-four, class-leading for the price
- Öhlins rear shock and Showa SFF-BP forks, both fully adjustable
- Slipper clutch and dual-channel ABS with traction control
- Significantly cheaper than the KTM 890 Duke R and Suzuki GSX-8R at similar or lower power
What doesn't
- No published mileage figure, expect poor real-world fuel economy
- 810 mm seat height with sporty ergonomics unsuited to daily traffic
- Only one variant and one colourway on offer
Best for: Track-day and spirited road riding, Riders upgrading from a 650-750cc naked, Enthusiasts wanting Öhlins suspension for less
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
The CB1000 Hornet comes in a single variant at ₹13,29,390 ex-showroom Delhi, so there is no trim ladder to climb: every CB1000 Hornet leaves the showroom with the same equipment.
That makes it priced 71th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the 890 Duke R (₹1,20,610 more) and the CB750 Hornet (₹2,80,390 less).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹14.76 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
SP | ₹13,29,390 |
Mileage
Engine and ride
The 999cc liquid-cooled engine makes 155 bhp and 107 Nm through a 6 Speed. With a kerb weight of 211 kg that is 735 bhp per tonne, third best power-to-weight of the 73 bikes in this class we have reviewed.
Peak power is high relative to torque, so this engine rewards revs: it feels ordinary below the mid-range and comes alive above it.
Chassis hardware includes USD front forks, dual-channel ABS, a slipper clutch and traction control, with a disc, 310 mm, 4 piston caliper up front and disc, 240 mm at the rear.
The 810 mm seat is on the tall side. Riders under 5'6" should sit on one before buying.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The CB1000 Hornet is the most powerful naked motorcycle in Honda's current Indian lineup, and at ₹13,29,390 it undercuts several European rivals with similar or lower power outputs. A 999cc inline-four making 155 bhp, paired with fully adjustable Öhlins rear suspension and Showa forks, gives it genuine credentials against bikes costing considerably more. It is not a value proposition in the traditional sense, but within its own class it is comparatively good value.
Riding it every day
The four-cylinder engine revs eagerly and the 211 kg kerb weight, modest for this power output, keeps the bike feeling manageable despite its performance. Dual-channel ABS, traction control and a slipper clutch all point to serious engineering underneath the naked-bike styling, and the TFT console with ride modes lets riders dial back aggression for wet or congested roads. Daily traffic, speed breakers and tight U-turns, however, are not where this bike is happiest.
What to know before buying
There is no published mileage figure, and a 155 bhp inline-four should not be expected to sip fuel; running costs will be significant compared to anything smaller in this lineup. The 810 mm seat height combined with sporty ergonomics limits all-day comfort, and Honda's BigWing network for larger imports is smaller than its regular dealer footprint, so servicing access should be checked locally before buying.
Who should buy it
This is for an enthusiast rider who wants genuine superbike-adjacent performance and Öhlins suspension without paying full European naked-bike prices, and who accepts that daily practicality and running costs are not the point.
Features and colours
- Dual-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Rear disc brake
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Traction control
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Hazard lamps
- USD front forks
- Slipper clutch
- +10 more
On safety kit the CB1000 Hornet has dual-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres, traction control, side-stand engine cut-off and hazard lamps. Dual-channel ABS is the one item on this list worth paying for if it is variant-dependent.
Against CB750 Hornet, it gets slipper clutch that the rival does not.
It is offered in 1 colours: Matte Black Metallic. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years, unlimited km.
Honda runs one of the largest sales and service network in India, at roughly 6,000 touchpoints. Spares and a mechanic who knows the model are rarely far away.
The CB1000 Hornet launched in 2025, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
CB1000 Hornet: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Honda CB1000 Hornet?
- The CB1000 Hornet is priced at ₹13,29,390 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.
- What is the on-road price of the CB1000 Hornet in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹14.76 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹13,29,390 ex-showroom plus ₹1,06,351 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹39,047 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the EMI for the CB1000 Hornet?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹42,160 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the CB1000 Hornet?
- It uses a 999cc engine producing 155 bhp and 107 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the CB1000 Hornet suitable for short riders?
- It is on the tall side at 810 mm. Riders under 5'6" may be on tiptoe at stops and should try it before buying.
- CB1000 Hornet or CB750 Hornet: which is better?
- The CB750 Hornet is ₹2,80,390 less expensive to start. Pick the CB1000 Hornet for track-day and spirited road riding, the CB750 Hornet for weekend performance riding. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the CB1000 Hornet?
- Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Pulsar 125 (₹93,507), the MT-15 V2 (₹1.68 Lakh), the Pulsar NS 200 (₹1.39 Lakh) start lower.
- Is the CB1000 Hornet comfortable enough for a daily commute?
- Not particularly; the 810 mm seat height and forward-leaning, sporty riding position are built for engaging back roads rather than stop-go traffic, so a more upright naked or commuter would suit daily riding better.
- Does the CB1000 Hornet need premium fuel to run properly?
- This is not stated in the available data, but a high-output 999cc inline-four of this type typically expects higher-octane premium fuel for correct performance, so factor that into running costs.
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