This performance is around KRW 14 million. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
Jun 29, 2025
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North American and European specifications are mostly similar, but there are some differences. The most noticeable difference is that the exhaust of the "SP" model is different from the European model.This is because exhaust-noise-emission regulations are stricter in the United States.
Also, there is an exhaust valve in the European specification, but not in the SP.Of course, the ECU mapping is slightly different if the exhaust is different. Except for these differences, the two bikes are mechanically identical.
More limited displacement clearly reduces the maximum output of U.S. sales models, but Honda of the U.S. does not provide output figures.
The European specification Hornet SP produces 155 horsepower at 11,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 10.9 kg.m at 9,000 rpm. The Honda CB1000 is sold in Europe, but not in the U.S.This model has more limited displacement than the SP model.
In Europe, the output of the basic model is 150 horsepower. Based on this information, approximate horsepower can be estimated. The most important issue is price. The CB1000 Hornet SP is sold for $19,999 (about 14.9 million won) in the U.S. It's a surprisingly affordable price for an all-featured open-class Series 4 cylinder Naked sports bike.
In the United States, we only sell SP models with various upgrades, including the Brembo brake.SP is equipped with several more attractive key elements to provide attractive marketability.
The basic specifications include a fully adjustable Orlins TTX36 shock absorber, a brake caliper coupled with a Brembo master cylinder, a fully adjustable show and fork, and an up-down quickscifter as a base specification.
The only thing that stands out from the comparative analysis is that CB1000 Hornet SP shows an unstable interval between 3500 rpm and 6000 rpm when riding in mountainous areas around Sacramento.Honda must comply with U.S. emissions standards in this section.
For a series four-cylinder engine that produces a strong output even at high revolutions, maintaining engine rotation in the range of revolutions beyond this section is very important for corner escape.On narrow canyon roads, however, 1000 SPs require a little more demanding driving. To get the desired output, you need to use either first or second gear.
The next day I got a chance to ride Honda's new CB750 Hornet. The torque and flexibility that this small parallel two-cylinder engine exerts on the road are truly outstanding. It makes it much easier and more enjoyable to ride this bike in a variety of riding environments.At normal road speed, the CB750 vigorously exits the corner, turning off the TC will cause the wheel to surge upwards from the crown exit.
In order to reproduce that sensation at 1000 SP, care must be taken as it requires high rotation in the lower gear.This is because of the nature of the serial four-cylinder engine, it is ready to accelerate like crazy.It's definitely going to be fun, but it requires more concentration and skill.
Fast, flowing aerodynamic lines at high speeds make riding more enjoyable. The 2025 Honda CB1000 Hornet SP only comes in matte black metallic color.
Competition in the Nike sports bike market is fierce. The problem is the style of bike I want. The Honda CB1100 Hornet SP might be optimal if you're going out on track day on the circuit, or if you enjoy a high speed run over 150km/h.
Moreover, it is safe to say that few bikes are close to the pure power and performance of the CB1000 Hornet SP in the mid-10 million won range.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
