Honda Korea Limited Sales of 50 Sports Naked Motorcycle 'CB1000 Hornet SP'
Apr 18, 2025
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Since its first launch in 1996, the Honda Hornet series has established itself as a high-performance sports-naked motorcycle, much loved worldwide based on its agile, powerful driving performance and iconic appeal.
CB1000 Hornet SP was born as a model with both beauty and power beyond the existing Hornet series under the concept of "Stings Harder Than Ever" while inheriting the reputation of the Hornet series.Based on sporty styling and high performance, it not only achieved dynamic driving experiences, but also achieved comfortable and controllable performance in everyday driving with various advanced convenience and safety specifications.As the top trim of the Hornet series, an SP model that maximizes performance with premium parts will be introduced in Korea as a single trim of the CB1000 Hornet.
The power unit is equipped with Honda's flagship sports bike "CBR1000RR" engine-based 1,000cc water-cooled serial four-cylinder high-performance engine, with overwhelming performance of up to 158 ps/11,000 rpm and maximum torque of 10.9 kg/9,000 rpm.In addition, it has improved output by applying new pistons, valve timing control, and gear ratio improvement technologies optimized for high performance, and implements strong torque characteristics even at low and medium speeds and provides a dynamic driving experience.
The CB1000 Hornet SP has achieved comfortable and controllable performance even in everyday driving through various advanced convenience and safety specifications.It has agility and safety with a new frame with improved torsional stiffness and a layout centered on the lower center of gravity.The riding position is designed close to the front of the body to increase the sense of unity, and the flat seat shape increases the degree of freedom of the riding position while driving, helping comfortable and sporty driving.
In addition, five riding modes (Standard/Sport/Rain/User1,2) that help safe driving on various roads, Throttle By Wire that provides immediate and detailed throttle response, Quick Shifter that can be quickly shifted up or down without operating clutch levers, Assisted & Slipper Clutch and Honda Selective Torque Control (HSTC) provide a safe and optimal driving environment.
Styling emphasized sensual and dynamic lines while visually expressing overwhelming performance, completing a spotty presence.In particular, it inherits a style that emphasizes the mechanical aesthetics of the Hornet series and creates an aggressive and sophisticated impression through new headlights in a sleek style.LED is applied to all equalizers, and it is equipped with a full-color 5-inch TFT display that is easy to see and deliver information.
CB1000 Hornet SP employed a variety of premium dedicated parts as the top trim in the Hornet series.The rear suspension adopts the HLINS TTX36 and the front brake caliper the Brembo STYLEMA®, providing the rider with the best-in-class ride and braking performance, as well as aesthetic satisfaction.
Honda Korea CEO Lee Ji-hong said, "CB1000 Hornet SP is a high-performance naked sports motorcycle with overwhelming performance, beauty and comfort beyond the existing Hornet series, and I hope you enjoy the dynamic driving experience that has never been before in the warm spring riding season."
The price of the CB1000 Hornet SP is 17.6 million won (including VAT), reflecting the reduction in individual consumption tax, and is sold in a single color of Matt Black.Applications for online purchase consultations will be made through Honda Korea Motorcycle's official website with limited sales of 50 units from April 18 to April 27.Related inquiries can be made at Honda Korea Customer Center or the nearest Honda Motorcycle official dealer.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
