Honda
Honda CB750 Hornet
A twin-cylinder naked that punches well above its 755cc size
In short
The CB750 Hornet is a middleweight naked motorcycle from Honda, priced from ₹10,49,000 with a 755cc parallel-twin making 90.5 bhp. It undercuts its own CB1000 Hornet sibling by a wide margin while offering USD forks and dual-channel ABS, positioning it as a performance bike bought for weekend thrills rather than commuting economy.
- Engine
- 755 cc
- Power
- 90.5 bhp
- Kerb weight
- 191 kg
What works
- 90.5 bhp from a 755cc twin, more than most 650cc-class rivals
- USD Showa forks and dual-channel ABS with traction control
- 191 kg kerb weight, light for its power output
- Ride modes and a colour TFT console
What doesn't
- No published mileage figure, expect it to run high fuel costs
- 795 mm seat height combined with sporty ergonomics limits all-day comfort
- Only one colourway available at launch
Best for: Weekend performance riding, Upgrading from a 650cc twin, Riders wanting naked-bike thrills
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
There is only one CB750 Hornet to buy, priced at ₹10,49,000 ex-showroom in Delhi. The only decisions left are colour and whether to finance it.
That makes it priced 70th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the GSX-8R (₹60,449 less) and the CB1000 Hornet (₹2,80,390 more).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹11.68 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 |
|---|---|---|
Standard | ₹10,49,000 |
Mileage
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 755cc single producing 90.5 bhp and 75 Nm, paired with a 6 Speed. At 191 kg the power-to-weight figure is 474 bhp per tonne, which ranks 6 of 73 in its class here.
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 and traction control, with a disc, 296 mm, 4 piston caliper up front and disc, 240 mm at the rear.
At 795 mm the seat is average for the class; most riders from 5'5" up will be comfortable at stops.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The CB750 Hornet is Honda's mid-sized naked built for riders who want serious performance without stepping up to the litre-class CB1000 Hornet's price. At ₹10,49,000, 90.5 bhp from a 755cc twin is a genuinely strong number, undercutting some larger rivals on power-to-weight even as it costs a fraction of them. This is a bike bought for weekend thrills, not for running costs or daily practicality.
Riding it every day
The parallel-twin pulls hard through its 6-speed gearbox, and at 191 kg the CB750 Hornet changes direction eagerly for a bike with this much power. USD Showa forks and dual-channel ABS with traction control give it genuine sporting credentials, and the TFT console with ride modes lets riders tailor throttle response to conditions, useful when riding in city traffic versus open highway.
What to know before buying
No official mileage figure is published, and a high-revving twin producing over 90 bhp should not be expected to be frugal; fuel costs will be a real part of ownership. The 795 mm seat height and sporty ergonomics mean long daily commutes are not this bike's strength, and servicing for Honda's larger imported models is available through a smaller BigWing network than the regular dealer chain, so checking local availability matters.
Who should buy it
The CB750 Hornet suits a rider stepping up from a 650cc twin who wants meaningfully more performance without jumping to litre-class pricing, and who rides mostly for enjoyment on weekends rather than daily commuting.
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
- LED headlamp
- +9 more
On safety kit the CB750 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.
What it lacks: slipper clutch and rear monoshock, which rivals at this price offer. None of these are deal-breakers, but they show where the money went.
It is offered in 1 colours: Graphite Black. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years, unlimited km.
Service reach is excellent: Honda has about 6,000 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country.
The CB750 Hornet launched in 2026, 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.
CB750 Hornet: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Honda CB750 Hornet?
- The CB750 Hornet is priced at ₹10,49,000 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 CB750 Hornet in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹11.68 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹10,49,000 ex-showroom plus ₹83,920 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹33,997 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the EMI for the CB750 Hornet?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹33,270 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 CB750 Hornet?
- It uses a 755cc engine producing 90.5 bhp and 75 Nm, with a 6 speed.
- Is the CB750 Hornet suitable for short riders?
- Mostly. Seat height is 795 mm, which suits riders from about 5'5". Shorter riders should sit on one at the showroom.
- CB750 Hornet or CB1000 Hornet: which is better?
- The CB1000 Hornet is ₹2,80,390 more expensive to start. Pick the CB750 Hornet for weekend performance riding, the CB1000 Hornet for track-day and spirited road riding. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the CB750 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 CB750 Hornet's 795 mm seat height manageable for shorter riders?
- It should be manageable for most average-height Indian riders, since the seat is reasonably narrow at the front, but a taller rider will find it easier to plant both feet than someone under 5 feet 4 inches.
- Does the CB750 Hornet need premium fuel?
- This is not specified in the available data, but a high-output liquid-cooled twin of this type typically prefers higher-octane fuel for best performance, so budgeting for premium fuel is sensible.
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