Great real world review! This bike looks and sounds fun!

A real world realistic review of the bike, thanks

Very enjoyable to see your ride🤗

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Very good review. Particularly the torque in different gears in the first half, showing the good grunt of the engine.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

Nice honest review. Well done 🤓

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Great and honest review of the Hornet. I think Honda are on winner with this bike especially as it's a grand cheaper than the more or less equivalent Suzuki that is coming out as well. 👍🏍🏁

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Agreed, I'm seriously considering replacing my MT07s

@gsm_liv8980

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham I am considering between these two bikes. Can you please maybe do a direct comparison between those two in the real world scenario? I wanna know which bike has a more fun engine, which has better sound, which handles better, which is easier to live with and which one has better pillion provision. Thank you.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@gsm_liv8980 haven't tried the passenger on either but given the choice I'd have the Hornet over the MT07

@dragoclarke9497

Жыл бұрын

Yep, couldn't have put it better myself.

The Hornet looks like it could be a good first "big bike". Being of a similar size to you I'm concerned I wouldn't be comfortable on something as heavy as 190kg. Big fan of the Roadcraft approach rather than the trousers-on-fire style of riding so appreciate your technique. Thanks for the video.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. ☺

Fab review Russ, looking forward to the extended version. Not ready to part with my 500 just yet but good to hear there’s a decent upgrade (as a short arse I’d definitely need a lowering kit) 😊

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Karen. So pleased you're loving the 500, it's the one I choose to take when riding one of the training bikes. Drop in for a cuppa one day. ☺

Great real world review. With that keen price, I hope Honda can get plenty of them in stock.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Deffo, I've told them to get ready for a sales boom.

Really enjoyed this review. Sold my Honda CBF1000FA in 2020. But, this review really whetted my appetite for biking again. Stop it Russ😄

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

😂 You know you want tooooo! 😂

ty, for the review,

Stay with me on this Russ it's tongue in cheek.. 1973 not once on my fizzy did I even expect or get a jerky throttle.. 1974 Rd 200 same, 1975 rd400 same, 1977 suzuki gt750 same etc etcetera.. 50 yrs on yes 50, we (me included) are impressed by a throttle that's not jerky, 🤔 haha. Very enjoyable review Russ.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

😂 😂 Yes, it's like in the 70s we were unlucky when we had a bike nicked, now we're lucky when we don't. ☺

Mmm nice bike better than I thought it would be actually ! and for me the black one would be my choice which is the very one you were on .Nice 👍

Really pleased you have done this review because you demonstrated the quickshifter. I passed my test thru a Honda school up here in Newcastle and have placed my order for one of these in the pearl white and got, like you said, the £500 off. A quickshifter is a bit of a mystery to me because I have never used one before. Still waiting for my delivery date but I am a 50 odd year old kid at christmas waiting for mine to turn up. Thanks again

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Well done and remember to report back with what you think of it. ☺

@philhogarth9492

Жыл бұрын

Picked mine up today and really really impressed with it. I am 5' 10 with a 30" inside leg and can just about flat foot it. Riding it is just an enormous laugh, makes you grin from ear to ear. Looks so much better in the flesh so photos and videos do not do this bike justice. The exhaust tone is brilliant as well, stock exhaust that is. Like every person who has reviewed this bike I totally agree that the handling is great. The 600 mile service is £150 and annual service is £200 from Honda. Anyone looking for a change I would definitely point them in the Hornet's direction.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@philhogarth9492 That's awesome! So pleased you love it. We (Leanna and I) have it for a full day Tuesday.. Watch this space. ☺

@philhogarth9492

Жыл бұрын

Look forward to both of your opinions on it. No arguing over who rides it first tho lol

"im lazy and old"... totally relatable , subbed!

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Thanks for a great review, looking forward to receiving mine on the 10th March extras I’ve ordered are the quick shifter and fly screen as I think it tidies up the front. I’m going to be like a 70 year old in a sweet shop.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Well done Ian. Report back and let me know how you get on. ☺

@ianleaver4967

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham Received my Honda Hornet today and took it out for a quick spin, weather conditions not great but dry around here. Love it and it sounds great, can’t wait to give it decent ride out.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@ianleaver4967 excellent! So pleased you're happy. We've got it for a full day next Tuesday, exciting.

I really enjoyed watching this review, I am definitely considering buying this bike as my next bike. Can you review the Honda CB650R and the Honda CB1000R please?

Reminds me of when the MT07 was released super cheap maybe 5k at the time, it's a good bike for the money I think a 90 odd HP twin is more than enough for road duty really. I find my 250 mostly okay for almost all scenarios.....

Here, in Prague, we should get them in March. I look forward to a test drive!

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

You won't be disappointed

@Ian-xt1mb

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham At 73, my BMW K1200R and CBR100F are getting heavy! Down size in order.

I know when I saw this bike it really stood out to me. Could certainly be a worthy contender for my '07 Bandit replacement, as I know that I wouldn't touch the Suzuki S8 with a bargepole! Hondas definitely make good bikes for the money though, the 600 Hornet I passed my test on was an absolute dream to ride (even if I was an absolute nightmare to teach to ride!)

@DavidSmith-hn5gg

Жыл бұрын

Go test ride one mate, I’m never having an in-line 4 again! The engine in this hornet is so much better! What a bike!

@rikrob

Жыл бұрын

@@DavidSmith-hn5gg is very tempting, just know if I ride it I'll want it, and unsure if my finances will allow! Am seriously considering it though, as out of the current batch of new bike releases, this is the one that has really caught my eye.

@johnflavin1602

7 ай бұрын

@@rikrobI have a new Hornet but why are you against the S8? Aren’t they meant to be as good as the Hornet?

@rikrob

7 ай бұрын

@@johnflavin1602 in short, the front end of it. When I saw it at last year's bike show I was hoping it would look nicer in the flesh, but I actually disliked it even more. It is a shame as I've had a few Suzukis, both bikes and cars, but I just can't see me ever getting an S8

Thanks for the review, hoping to test ride it but waiting for vertu to let me know if they can A2 restrict it just for the test ride. As you said Russ, I'm just a baby😂

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Aah yes, never thought about a restricted test ride. I think it's just an ecu plug in so shouldn't be any hassle. Let me know how you get on.

@matt_ken

Жыл бұрын

​@@RoadcraftNottingham Test rode it earlier today, was good fun. Lovely bike. Hoping for decent insurance quotes so I can justify getting one! It was the first time they had restricted one and they hadn't re activated the quickshifter. I've been invited back to try it with it enabled at a later date.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@matt_ken Excellent. So pleased you like it. Leanna and I have it for a full day soon.

Great review Russ! More please! Looks a lovely bike and looked very smooth on camera. I’m not a massive fun of small dash pods but I do like digital , awkward customer or what! Anyway, nice noise and the quick shifter seemed great. Does a quick shift add any stress on the gearbox?? I’m loving how modern bikes have “modes” especially rain mode etc , I wonder if they’ll ever tie this into tyre temps, would be cool to have a “tyre warming” mode , even if it just lowered the fuel map to keep the torque/power down till optimum grip levels?? Be really interested to see a video about tech on bikes such as electronic suspension etx! Have a great weekend guys! Past my best onto everyone at roadcraft!

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

The quick shifter momentarily cuts the engine so I wouldn't imagine any damage. I'm sure tech may take temperatures into consideration one day.

@dieseldog289

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham ahhh gotya! Cheers Russ :)

@markfranks1329

Жыл бұрын

....and one day they'll have bikes that'll wipe your botty for you as well. There's a reason why this bike is 7k. It's lots of fun for very little outlay. Pushing buttons and twirling thumb-wheels obviously makes you feel special. In that case, you need to go to your nearest BMW dealership. They'll have bikes fitted with all the tech and toys you could possibly want. 👍

Nice bike.

I went to buy one trading in my mt09. As an all year rider (no car license) I was somewhat bothered about lack of rear hugger. The gray would of been my choice of the colours….Honda dealer was lucky enough to have all 4 bikes in the showroom. As a das bike im sure it would be brilliant. In the end I opted for the cb1000 👌

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Maybe huggers will be available soon. Wish they'd make one for my Zero, I've a muddy ass 😂

@bikersquest

Жыл бұрын

That's the only criticism I had of this bike, the lack of hugger. The reg rect and brake reservoir/shock get real filthy on this thing quick. But I'm sure Pyramid plastics or Honda themselves will come up with something.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

​@@bikersquest Deffo, there's many others out there with the same problem. Street triple for one

@YammieBobber999

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham 😂😂😂 tail tidy on the mt09 does me no favours…even with a fender extender on

@YammieBobber999

Жыл бұрын

@@bikersquest sure they will dude…purchased during summer it wouldn’t be so bad but this time of year with amount of salt that’s getting put down here..no chance. Never understand the reason for no rear hugger. Other than that a lovely bike

Nice review! You mentioned a job change? Best luck with it!

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

No job change, I'll be doing this till I die. ☺

Informative - thanks. Would've liked to know more about the suspension (rather than the quick shifter). How plush, and degree of adjustability (am assuming those forks have none, other than different oil weights and changed springs). Rear shock is just preload?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Was just a first impressions and seemed ok but booked a full day with it in March where we'll go into detail so stay tuned. Also, Leanna is doing an upload on her channel, motorcycle lessons uk so pop over and subscribe. ☺

What an absolute bargain for what you getting. Yellow or grey for me- with the yellow wheel trim/decals... Looks fresh.

I'm defo planning a test ride as I'm in the market for a new bike. It ticks a lot of boxes for me, although I fear that my large frame might be a bit too big for this bike. 🥺

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Yes, a ride would answer those issues, let me know how you get on. ☺

Thanks for the very informative video. I do have a question if you don’t mind: What exactly do the other quick shift modes change from medium? Is it how much force is needed to move between gears? Is it the rev range for up/down?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Yes it's the amount of foot force needed to allow the mechanism to cut the engine for the gear change. My Aprilia was factory set too light for my liking as I like to put a little pressure on the gear lever before changing. This Honda not only has three pressure levels but can also be totally switched off. Great design.

@jpbelo

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham got it, customizing the level sounds like it makes the usage a lot better. By the way, let’s say it’s turned on, but I still use the clutch, does it behave differently from when it’s turned off? I did the test drive last week with it enabled and noticed something weird using the clutch, but I couldn’t tell if that was it

Nice thorough review. I was planning to take one on a demo ride to film a review but this has made that redundant 😂 I can't think of a reason why I'd want to change modes on the go. I think I'd just select the full power mode and leave it there. That's what I do on my Kawasaki Z1000SX anyway... And on my Himalayan... there are no modes! 😂👍

Thanks for the information & I've subscribed purely based on your next to last statement: Bla-Bla-Bla 😂😂

@RoadcraftNottingham

3 ай бұрын

😂 Thanks.

I know you're all wrapped up in your cold weather layers but what did you think of the wind at motorway speed. I've just sold my cbr600f and looking for a commuter that would do 2 hours a day on motorways. I had a xsr700 for a few weeks and felt like I was going to slide off the back of it so I'm concerned about another naked bike

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

If I had to do those speeds for a while I'd look into a Givi type screen personally but didn't feel any uncomfortable buffeting.

I half fancy the cb500f because of the MPG and enough power for the road, but that price and power is extremely tempting, I think that this bike will sell incredible well. The 8s might be the bike to have if you don't want to be one of the masses on the Hornet. PS my friend has had 5 Aprilia RSV's

@martinrea8548

Жыл бұрын

I have a CB500F and have no complaints. Fuel consumption is very economical; handling on smaller roads and bends is fun and exciting, and she holds here own on the motorway too, cruising at a steady 70mph with still enough revs left for overtaking. I don't know will I ever get another bike as much as I like looking at them and thinking about them. The two models look very similar, so it comes down to that extra bit of power, I suppose.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

The cb500f is an excellent bike. ☺

@martinrea8548

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham Yes, I'm very happy with it so far. It's nimble and oh so versatile. After your test of the new Hornet, would you say there is a noticeable difference between it and the Cb500f? Enough of a difference to justify the upgrade? Thanks 🏍👍

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@martinrea8548 very good question. I wouldn't be unhappy with either but personally, yes I'd upgrade. You could also ask Leanna on motorcycle lessons uk channel as she's reviewed the 500

I would imagine they will revise it in 2-3 years with some updates too. Just like they do with all the bikes

Time will tell what the quality is like and if the frames rust like several Africa twins I've seen. I'm sure it'll be popular though as it is very well priced. 😊

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Deffo, unfortunately the UK weather will kill anything that isn't cleaned regularly. As you say, time will tell.

How is the SHIFTING and clutch is it very slick shifting ?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful

My enfield 350classic has lovely fuelling at low speed and taking up from closed throttle. Had Africa twin and that was pretty snatchy. Major bug bear for me. Although africa t had fairly loose chain tension according to honda spec which prob didn't help.

How does the Honda Approved School discount work? You mentioned after a couple of lessons you would qualify for a £500 discount

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Yes, after doing training on one of our Hondas you'll get a link to the discount from the school

You should review more bikes

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Taz, I quite enjoy doing them so probably will. Also mixes up my channel I suppose. Cheers.

why would someone get this over a CB650R? Just for the low end torque? Edit: Just heard the price, explains a lot

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

That's one thing but honestly, price aside, I'd still choose this bike. Myself and Leanna are seriously considering ordering one and that's saying something!

I'd be extremely happy about this as long as they don't scrap the CB650R as a result of releasing this.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I don't think they're in direct competition.

@233kosta

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham Yeh, I think they occupy different segments of the naked market. They've not said it directly, but Honda seems to have positioned this bike as the MT-07 killer. What I enjoyed about the 07 while I was training for my unrestricted is just how uncomplicated it felt. I'm still quite partial to that level of "pure" riding (and how direct a cable throttle feels!), I feel like going more electronic loses a bit of that spark. So maybe it won't eat *all* of Yamaha's lunch :P

Well, 6500 £ sounds great - I looked at the Finnish price and it is outrageous 11 890Eur! 10500 £...

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Surely that can't be right. It's normally the UK who suffers price-wise.

They need a sports (fairings) variant to compete with R7.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

I've had a quick search for best selling bikes of 2022 and from the few sites I looked at, not one was a sports bike. Mainly nakeds scooters, commuters and the BMW GS. Maybe it's not that important to Honda..?

@irvhh143

Жыл бұрын

Get a Transalp

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@irvhh143 Different price range.

How much bigger it feels from mt07 or 500x

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Similar size to the mt07. Not ridden the 500x but with a 795mm seat height it feels controllable.

@AdrianusFr

Жыл бұрын

@Roadcraft Nottingham - Motorcycle Training i am 6'1 this isnone od the bikes I amnverry keen on after I do my full licence with you guys

U don’t like sport mode?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Yes, what makes you think that?

Any reason why you’d get this over the CB650R?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

The main one is after a while I get pins and needles in my right hand but also price and rider modes and the way that twin engine fires.. Addictive. Although the suspension is better on the 650

@italianstallion701

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply!

Ordered mine blind. $12550AUD (£6906). The base MT-07 here is $14490. Was a no brainer.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

You'll love it. Only real point is harsher suspension than the CB650r but similar to the mt07. Let me know how you get on.

@anguscameron819

Жыл бұрын

When is it being launched in AUS? Still not yet available in Thailand even though they are manufactured here!

@mindcave

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham picked up my bike this morn and have been out and done my first 160km on it! Not much more I could ask for really! Hit the nail on the head. My only two gripes were that the rear brake pedal was set way too high (already fixed that) and the seat, my goodness it's hard and hurts the ol' bone cushions. Give me a soft plush seat and it would be perfect for me. It's a little rocket that handles like a bicycle!

@mindcave

Жыл бұрын

@@anguscameron819 wow that's weird! You should have them first! I picked up mine this morn! The started hitting stores here in Perth last Wednesday.

@mindcave

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham PS. What I paid is exchanging to £6800 at the moment! And to think I was so close to paying $9000 AUD more for a Ducati Monster. I prefer this!

15:08 Automation ;)

This was an excellent review - you should change your day job

@RoadcraftNottingham

6 ай бұрын

You saying I'm not a good instructor then? 😉 😜

Is it more fun to ride than mt07

@RoadcraftNottingham

7 ай бұрын

I'd say so,yes.

A Japanese 750cc bike for just seven grand is astonishing. In 1979 jobs in Tescos etc were paying £1 an hour and a 250 superdream was £800. Now that's £10 an hour so today's 750 is actually CHEAPER.

mpg?

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

You know, I could have sworn I'd mentioned it but must have forgotten. It'll do about 65 mpg, giving the tank an easy 180 mile range.

You're worried at 5'8? I'm only 5'2, though admittedly I've dropped my cb150r a handful of times lol

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Leanna (motorcycle lessons uk on KZread) is 5 feet 2 and rode it. She'll be uploading soon. ☺

@stockstunna

11 ай бұрын

​@@RoadcraftNottinghamwhat's your inseam?

It has self cancelling indicators

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

It does, forgot to mention that and it can be turned off too which I prefer.

@stevecoombs203

Жыл бұрын

Think it might be a great bike, should be picking mine up soon👍

Iam expecting to see a top speed but as usual like driving a 50cc

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

You're on the wrong channel then. I'm an instructor, not an idiot 😉

Sick pricing in Finland, just buy mt07 it's over 2k € cheaper (2023 model)

Not a fan of the looks but you can't see the bad part from the saddle anyway. The price seems almost too good.

if only it looked as good as the CB650R. as it is now, it looks dated already, it has a design that was never really popular at any time, shame it carries a 160 instead of a 180 rear wheel to. Other than the looks, it's a great bike for sure.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Looks are certainly subjective and the 160 tyre makes the handling sharp. Bikes this size don't really need a tyre that wide but I'll agree it certainly looks better.

Like the principle of the bike, but it's a waste. Honda has already been fielding a psrrelel twin 750, admittedly doesn't make as much power but they could've fixed that. Similar style/look, similar in that it seems to not be made for fast riding, so what's the point? If they had made it a V twin it would've at least had that going for it in the flavour department, parallel twins are a dime a dozen atm. I doubt this will upset the dominance of the Mt-07

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

Which twin are you referring to? And I'd never complain if they bought out another V twin. ☺

@Aspire198

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadcraftNottingham NC700/750

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

@@Aspire198 aah, Leanna has an NC750, totally different bike in all aspects.. That's more a commuter. I don't think there's any comparison there although it's also a good bike.

I’ve never liked these middleweight twins, just seem to end up bumping them off the limiter waiting for something to happen. I guess my preference is for a more top end biased spread of power so you can really get the feel of working the bike hard. Also I think your mistaking torque for flexibility and / or low gearing.I bet it doesn’t make much more than 70bhp at the wheel.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

The twins certainly do have a different character to the 4s which are certainly revvier. I've always said "torque" when referring to low down grunt, just a habit. ☺

@neilhughes3823

Жыл бұрын

“your “ does not mean “you are”.

@gk73man51

Жыл бұрын

@@neilhughes3823 ok 👌

I find multi cylinder bikes a little bit characterless against these things

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

I agree, maybe because this has a story for me I feel a little different about this one. Still prefer my V engines.

The fuel tank is too small

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

You still get 200 miles because of how economical it is. My Tuono used to give me 95 😂

Unfortunately, motorcycle manufacturers compete with each other in terms of performance, to the detriment of comfort, the image and preferences of motorcyclists. They all switched to the cheapest option, namely the parallel twins! They were even able to make the V Srom parallel twins! Because it is cheaper to produce! The Hornet we all know is not a cheap parallel twin! Motorcycle manufacturing companies should compete, which more satisfy the wishes and preferences of motorcyclists! And not to trick them with cheap products and exaggerated advertising! The Transalp that had an indestructible V2 engine was made by parallel twins and they say it's better! I'm a big Honda fan, but it seems that for some time it has detached itself from the wishes of motorcyclists and follows the current trend! I have 3 Honda motorcycles, one from 1992 and two from 1995. I would never buy a so-called "modern" one!

@danniblo8904

Жыл бұрын

New riders don’t care how many cylinders bikes have. Honda have made an outstanding motorcycle that somehow conforms to euro6, beats the mt07 in every category and is super affordable. That’s the kind of thing new riders care about, not how many cylinders it has. And for the industry to continue, motorcycling needs new riders.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

But us old riders also like these bikes 😉 😂

No matter how Honda likes to make it look otherwise, the real competitor is the MT-09 which is only slightly more expensive, but you get a far superior bike. The MT-07 is much cheaper than the CB750. Personally I find the design of the new bike bland and the swingarm looks extremely cheap for a 2023 model. I'd like to see a V4 naked from Honda with the pre-2014 firing order for that glorious growl or a 450 street legal Supermoto.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

The mt07 is £500 more than the Hornet in the UK and the MT09 is £9800 compared with the Hornet at £7000, official prices. And the mt07 doesn't have the rider modes or tc or wheelie control the Hornet does. The mt07 only has 72ish bhp compared to the Honda at 91bhp

Please don't bring that Honda into Derbyshire . It's far too ugly.

@RoadcraftNottingham

Жыл бұрын

😂 As long as you didn't mean me I'm fine with that.... Off to Derbyshire I go 😉 😂

Quick shifter? Disgusting technology. You know what else I hate? Fuel injection. And turn signals. And electric starters.

It's cheap for a reason.