After 20 years of riding Ducati I changed to one of these 15 months back. It’s a superb machine for any task including touring. A 250 mile day is no trouble.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

@donnawillson1516

Жыл бұрын

I owned one for 2 years touring on it was not good ,the fuel tank was too small,if you pushed on it fuel consumption was heavy,I was constantly looking for fuel stations after 140 miles,it needs 20 litre fuel tank

@Shockernor

Жыл бұрын

​@@donnawillson1516 I had the same problem with a Rivale that i owned. Damn fun bike (useless for touring though), but the fule-consumption combined with a small tank made me sell it after only 1 year. Such a hassle.

@malcolmabram2957

Жыл бұрын

@@donnawillson1516 I ride a BMR1250R. Very comfortable and impeccable handling and relaxed ride, with superb low rev acceleration. It does over 60 mpg and 250 mile range on the bike is true, though don't go much more than 200 miles on a tank. Sometimes I think I want to change for a more fun bike, but which bike, I cannot make up my mind.

@hsandev8972

Жыл бұрын

You need to try the old 919 hornet 4sure.

Just bought one back in April. I don’t believe other motorcycles exist anymore. This bike is just all the way around an awesome bike.

A great concept to give impressions of a bike simply by the seat-of-the-pants experience. As you said Andy, it is what it's all about! More pure feedback than going in with full specs, competitor data and unavoidable preconceptions.

I tested one of these on a dealership ride day a couple of years ago , and compared to my daily rider it was like a jet fighter. Very impressed with how solid it felt.

Great quick and dirty review Andy, very pleased it all finished off with a positive roundup as I pick my brand new one up on Saturday morning! 👍😁

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations - nice machine, I'm sure you;'ll love it!

I like these a lot. I’m a big fan of things like the R9T and Speed Twin but they are clearly retro and something of a design cul de sac. This updates the classic look nicely I think. It looks solid and purposeful but also elegant and balanced to my eyes.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree

Got one last year and felt exactly as the review stated. Its like a perfect balance of everything. Absolutely nothing to complain about. Just love it. Thank you for the wonderful review. This bike definitely deserves this kind of appreciation. Cheers!

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Cheers - and glad we concur!

Switched to CB1000R+ from my first big bike, Suzuki SV650. I feel so much secure on this one (well no wonder since SV was a budget built bike). I love it! Goes well, handles well and looks gorgeous!

Thanks for another AWESOME review, it dose not have to be a 30 min review to be a good review! Blessing to you, and your family.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated and thanks for watching!

My first Bike was a old CB 750. The CB has quite a history.

Great review Andy. Pleased to see you appreciate the bike. Had mine nearly a year now and love it. No really issues as such, I’d do however find putting fuel in it a bit of a pain because of the bar across the filler. You can’t get the nozzle in the tank that far so you need to add fuel slower that usual otherwise it splashes all over the place. It does tend to get quite dirty as well, I get spray over the rear seat and up the back of my jacket. Apart from that it goes as fast or as slow as you want it to without complaint, it’s reasonably comfortable over longer distance and returns a healthy 52 mpg.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the real world info!

Just bought one last week. I had the intention of buying a CMX 1100 Rebel, but also testrode this one, and i've never ever abandoned a plan so quickly. This bike is just amazing. Easy handling, good power, very light indeed even though its 214kg. Great review!

@TheMissendenFlyer

11 ай бұрын

Good swerve from the Rebel I say!

Stunning bike with looks that won’t date, plenty of grunt and comfortable to ride. Good natural review too, didn’t overanalyse the thing

Thanks Andy, I was looking at these in a showroom earlier today. The burgundy/purple coloured ones look great.

Nice review….not surprised reference your observations and summary. A dealer tried to get me to test ride one back in 2014 saying it was one of the best 4 cylinder naked he had ever ridden. I passed and bought a Blade. Wish I had taken up his offer …….. new model looks lovely especially in the dark red / maroon finish.

Always liked the look of these later CB1000R's. The comfort you found surprised me a little, i always assumed they would be scrunched up in the leg dep't. Nice review, thanks as ever.

Thanks, as usual for your review of what looks like a great 'all round' motorbike. Not one on my radar at the moment, but who knows now. Would be well worth a little look.

As you would put it Andy specs wise it looks to be in the Goldilocks zone too. 213 kg 143 hp 830mm seat height, decently priced and being it's a Honda no Warranty anxiety to worry about so if you were after a long term keeper the red one would look great in anybody's garage. Lets hope a few people test ride this bike after seeing your review as I suspect for most of us that initial impression is very important.

For lights, I’ve just picked up one of those flashing ST2 systems for engine braking. Great quick review, it answers that question when you check out another bike on the road and think ‘huh, wonder what that’s like to ride?’ Glad you decided to record!

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Love the look of this bike. One in my list to certainly try. Great review as always.

I was lent one of these when I took the 350 Forza in for a service, agree totally, a very refined, smooth motorcycle, which when you want it to go faster it does in a very unflappable way, a Honda. Was very impressed overall.

I work for Vertu Honda in Nottingham, when I first went out on the black edition I loved it didn't think I would coming from fireblades etc! fantastic review 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

A friend recently had one as a courtesy bike. He rides a Hayabusa but, he spoke highly of the Honda. I tried it out for size, and at 5'6" tall, it's a good fit for me.

Morning Andy, nice quick review. Looks a nice bike, nice smooth power from the four cylinder engine. Would be good if you could do a longer review on it at some future point.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words....and maybe!

I Just bought a 1000r+ no issues so far 👍🏻

What a lovely looking machine, really like it . Great video Andy

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

My friend just bought one of these 2 days ago. We went for a ride and switched bikes for a bit. I loved it!!!! Fantastic machine! I now want one!!! So smooth, plenty of power, comfortable, perfect!!!! (My bike is a 2023 Harley Low Rider S. Love it too, but want the CB1000R as a second bike!)

Nice one Andy, definitely got a hint of Speed Triple about the styling which is no bad thing.

Looking to test ride one tomorrow. Need to upgrade my 2020 Speed Twin to something with a better suspension and can take on the track a few days of the year. Thanks for the review!

I'm actually contemplating whether to buy one of these and now I've seen your review I'm going to get a test ride and if I like it I'll probably purchase. Cheers for the review

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Superb camera view near to the centre line which makes you feel like you're actually riding the bike. Great job and a really good review..

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Good one mr Flyer! And yes, numbers don't tell that much really. It's the feeling! Thank you!

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

You got that right!

Great off the cuff review TMF . Nice looking bike and being a Honda well made and reliable.👍

I have the 650, but have always had my eye on the CB1000R. Ridden it a few times and loved it

@majordelays4909

Жыл бұрын

I had the cb650r and loved it. The tail tidy meant the back under seat got very wet. The radiator area held a lot of water in a storm hence I got rid eventually. The effect was I was doing an IAM test and both he and I thought the radiator had burst initially as steam was coming off. Anyway it was fine for a few month later but I upgraded to ninja 1000 sx which is leagues above

Sounds like a very balanced design. Every time I watch one of your videos I get an urge to drive on the left side of the road. So far I have resisted the urge.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Good idea to resist assuming you're not in the UK.....

Nearly bought one of these but opted for 1000sx. Only reason was for touring. Great fun bike and maybe my next purchase. Had loads of fun on it.

@majordelays4909

Жыл бұрын

Same. Had 650 bought sx incase I go touring The SX is leagues above the 650 but still fancy trying the 1000r 😂

Great quick review. That bike is a little bit under the radar, but clearly deserves a wider audience. Sounds like a good bike. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is a good bike, I guess that's the problem, it's a bit "meh" - nothing outstanding but a solid ride.....

@davidmatthews3093

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Doesn’t that also sum up the GS?

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Not to me - to me the GS is good at everything not just average.

@Senfflosse

Жыл бұрын

​@@TheMissendenFlyer But considering the cheap price... For most outstanding characteristics you will have to pay a premium

Ive been looking forward to this review Andy since you dropped the Gold Wing off! 🙂 For a new bike with all the euro gubbins, i think it looks great, especially in black.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Yes it's a nicemachine for sure - love that smoooooth engine....

I like this review. I really do believe it is how a bike makes you feel that is the deciding factor (it certainly is for me).

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

I agree 100%

Canadian owner here. Love the bike, but fully recognize the fueling is handicapped by euro 5. Bigger feet will rub the single sided swing arm with your left heel a bit. Stock exhaust sounds wonderful throughout the range. Happy to be the owner of such a beautiful looking bike.

@gwilliamwallace

2 ай бұрын

No fueling problems on my 2014 with a Yoshimura 3/4 cat delete exhaust. My only complaint is it's a bit cramped but that engine and the handling makes up for it.

As you say nothing not to like about CB1000R, solid bike and you get that well known Honda reliability for a pretty good price.

The unplanned review worked really well. Might be a great idea for all first rides and then give more specs in follow up. Great video 👍👍 very good looking bike !

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

There's a thought....

@davidainscough4047

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I second that, I too would like a 'How it feels' first ride review, followed up by a 'Tech Spec and Details' second ride review.

This is quite an enjoyable format! I'd love to see more of these flash reviews.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching and for stopping by.

@hisnameisrentoo

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer No, thank you for the content!

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

...my pleasure!

Its one of those bikes when you see a picture off it you give it no further thought then you see it in the flesh/metal and you find it hard to tear your eyes off it:p

I have a 2019 and it's by far the best bike I've ever had. The only downside is the rearshock is a bit undersprung but, a new nitron sorted that issue

I love the swing arm mounted license plate

I am proud to own a cb1000r. It’s a great fun bike. Replacing the hugger with a tail tidy is a major task. It also makes the bike horrible in the we. In its stock form the hugger does make it very difficult to access the bolts to tension the chain. Other than these small gripes it’s a glorious fast bike that makes me smile

I absolutely love my 19. Basically anytime your hitting redline your breaking speed limits. The best mod I've done was a full Exhaust system with an ECU flash. It absolutely turns it into a hooligan bike with massive power gains in the midrange.

@jerrylags

Жыл бұрын

Can I ask whose exhaust system you bought and what companies ECU?

@marcusgeorge1825

Жыл бұрын

What brand is your full exhaust system? Baffle in or out? What gains did it achieve post flash ion the Dyno? As I’m looking at doing the same with mine. Cheers.

@jobe20001

Жыл бұрын

@@marcusgeorge1825 Black Widow Header pipes with the akrapovic homologated slip-on. I had the ECU bench flashed so I don't know what the actual dyno gains are.

@marcusgeorge1825

Жыл бұрын

@@jobe20001 Thank you. Appreciate your response.

It's a beautiful machine, love it. I considered one when I bought my MT09sp as well as a GSXS 1000...a coin toss. More grown up than my MT...I want all 3!

Great off the cuff review Andy the bike looks really nice keep up the great vids 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

So funny you mentioned about fuel and triumph. I never knew about it until I got my trident 660. Filled a full tank the bike was registering empty. 😂

Nice one mate! I've had this since they came out march 2022, and been using it for commuting. Interesting about it is that it feels lighter and easier to handle than my 675 triple! I was well shocked. Would be happy to ride out with you on it :)

@the_hippykiller22

Жыл бұрын

what year was the 675? I own one and it feels very light already so this is surprising

@maumauhun

Жыл бұрын

@The_Hippykiller 2012, dual exhaust under seat but the bug eye headlights, not the round ones. Loved it a lot, but then decided to get a cb1000r, due to its retro looks. Would have kept the triumph had I had the money

Love this bike. Big brother to my CB650R.

Ive been waiting for this review since i watched the service video. was beginning to wonder if something happened to the footage. i quite like this style of review.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that - thanks!

Great bike tmf, really really really think you will end up with one of these after you ride 🙂🙂🙂 top bike

Ive been riding one of these for 4yrs, amazing bike, love it, rear shock is very average though

A cracking 'off the cuff' review and maybe some more of this style in the future? As for the CB1000R, I love it and yes, it's one of those 'under the radar' bikes.

nice review, beautiful bike!

Mr Fish had one of these for a short time. Think old injuries took their toll & he went for the Africa Twin instead. Dobles must love it when he turns up 😂🤣

I had a 2002 Honda 919 (Hornet 900 in UK) that I loved dearly for the three years I owned it (2002-2005) except the way the exhaust would swirl around my back and make me smell like exhaust all day long. I bought that 919 off the dealer showroom for just over $8k out the door. Those days are long gone. This bike is everything I wanted my 919 to be all those years ago. Alas, I need some longer legs for this bike and 20 years later, I'm looking more to a GW.

Think I could drive about your local area by now 😂 never been a huge fan of Honda to be honest. But this does look like a very nice bike. Thanks for the dirty review, something to try 👍

Great bike, have owned one since 2020 & covered 11k miles with no real issues. if you're a spirited rider approaching 100kg in gear you'll pretty much certainly need a replacement shock as the STD one is far too soft in terms of spring rate & damping, i got the forks set up as best i can & they're ok but nothing to shout about. Replace the exhaust & do a Woolich flash & you'll gain 20bhp in the middle (about 6k rpm), really transforms the bike. Only other 'major' thing i've done is fit heated grips which are a godsend on a cooler day. Love the review, as you said the bike was completely off my radar too but a friend & i got a silly good deal on them - the bike has totally surprised me, even when i took it on track!

@majordelays4909

Жыл бұрын

Replying for reference when I get one Woolwich flash is confusing me

@stevieweir6414

Жыл бұрын

@@majordelays4909 in what way is it confusing & I’ll try to explain. Do you know what it is?, it’s a custom ECU remap if that’s better terminology? 👍🏻

Nice change of review - the 'quick and dirty'! Agree about the fuel guage - I have a Triumph and it takes a mile or so to register the change. However, if I've just filled up I know I have a full tank - the business end is when you're running low and Triumph handle that well.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Fair point!

My dream bike. Gorgeous!

I'd definitely consider one of those. Quality Honda goodness. I'd want a tail tidy to move the plate up though.

Thanks for a fun review, and I like this “quick and dirty” concept: numbers are only 1/2 the story. More than once I’ve been convinced by the numbers but a test ride made me walk away. (I love the bike, too. I wish I needed a bike like it.)

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Yes you are so right….perhaps I should prepare less and do more of these type of reviews!

A great little review- Andy it seems that you’ve discovered that it’s a Honda!!!

You know what I never really think about Honda’s to much when looking at motorcycles on my daily autotrader search 😅 but on my way to work I do see a couple of these CB’s and they look and sound pukka 👌

Really interesting review and quite eye-opening for me: here is a "modern" looking bike, almost all of which I think basically look like metal mosquitos....and yet here we have an example of a modern bike that looks classy, balanced and harmonious. It's not a boy racer but it's got plenty of muscle in a beautifully crafted and compact form. Looks to me like it could become a classic over time.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Yes I think it has that potential

Terrific bit of kit

Thanks for the review Andy, I’ve had my 2019 CB1000R since January.I had a break of 23 years between owning a bike and getting the CB1000R, so i am taking it easy, getting used to biking again etc. I really can’t fault the bike, its easy to ride and really rewarding, it puts a massive grin on my face every time i take it out 😃. Keep up the great work, 🍻 cheers D 😃🙏

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Sounds good - and thank you, will do!

@sobek

7 ай бұрын

whats the insurance like on one of these?

Not rode one, but every time i see one in the flesh it oozes quality to me. But it should do at over £13K for the black edition. Love everything about how the bike looks apart from the number plate appendage, which i would change for a conventional tail tidy. I really should get a test ride on one sometime.

Another great video! I’m still not sure how much I like these new tft screens that are on newer bikes. I have enough screens in my life. An LCD dash is enough for me. In fact, best dash I’ve seen is the one on the Kawasaki z900rs. Edit: if they put wireless Apple car play/android auto on the screen that would be great for maps but they don’t.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

Looks a perfect commuter bike with the odd sunday ride thrown in for good measure.Cheers.

love that bike and i see the roads in this country are all in such a terrible state no matter where you go ride safe

Great vid and review. I like this machine though I'd probably lose the license plate holder and mount the plate up under the rear upper fender.

Great video Andy 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😀

I know it's not the latest or greatest but this bike looks so good, the best looking standard for sure. Seems very refined and does everything well

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more!

Just look how neat and compact that front brake master cylinder is making the whole eyeline really clean. No urine bottles here lol.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Indeed....

Lovely looking bike 👍

Aah Tesco fuel station, I recognized that one just outside the Chalfonts. I put £50 in my S6 there which I had just purchased to see the mpg back to East Sussex, I was pleasantly suprised

These CB1000Rs hold their value really well. Same story with the older "Bumble Bee" model.

Naked Fireblade. What's not to like. It may not be the ultimate sports naked but it's a good looking Honda so would make a good choice in the category for most riders.

I road tested one of these two years ago, but ended up with a Yamaha XSR900. Very similar but I felt that the riding position was a bit too over the forks, on the Honda.

1000 cc, over 140hp, and it can "keep up with traffic" lol 😀. Made me chuckle. As ever, a great video ❤

You expressed it early in this review when you commented about not knowing the bike's specs...The specs really don't matter, as our enjoyment of riding comes from the ride itself. My first ever experience on a bike was at age 13 being taught how to ride on a Honda SuperCub - yes, all of 55cc, and it was the most exhilerating thing I had ever experienced in my young life. Over the years I've been in many a conversation with fellow motorcyclists, and specs and performance numbers get tossed around ad nausem. But riders seldom talk about how riding makes them feel. And to me, that's all that matters. For many years I chased the fastest, most highly regarded bikes, only to realize in my waning years that I rode because it was fun... and any ride beats walking! Nice review.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more!

Thank you Andy for yet another a great review! I have been looking at these for long time and was wondering , will be on the same fun factor level as my STriple 675 R?

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Nah, it's won't be I'm afraid.....or indeed the CB650R....

I'm getting this for a few weeks while my XSR900 is being fixed, can't wait to see the change in power 😅😅

Very interesting 1 liter naked. Honda always delivers. Have to agree on the looks, she means business. Professionals always think on the fly, ready for anything. Excellent review. 🎩-Tip.

Like a lot of bikes these days, the secret about deploying the side stand is to push the footrest back with your heel, then straight down to shove the stand out.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Indeed - good trick!

It really is and exceptionally pretty machine. I've wanted to ride one for years.

its a brilliant bike love it

Yes they are a nice bike and certainly one I am considering, the only downside is the lack of rear mudguard and protection from the British weather ! I need a bike to be suitable for all weather conditions so I'd have to fit some better protection ! Did you really wish for flashing lights on your helmet Andy ? ☹

Rear grab handle it’s moulded into the subframe under the rear seat. It’s actually really good. Very Honda.

Refreshing not to have to endure the all the specs, well done.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

….if I don’t do them I get complaints for that!

Got a CB650f 2018 at the moment, but would upgrade to one of these on the strength of your review and if i had the readies. The only thing i don't like is the number plate hanger. Great looking bike and cracking review.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Thank you....

Welcome return of the UJM. Can cruise on it, give it the beans, ride all day and also put luggage on it and tour. And it looks like a motorbike and not a plastic kids toy.

Hats off to Honda making a fun and creative bike

Nice review & a pretty bike. Looks very classy. I much prefer these super nakeds to the extreme hyper nakeds for the road as they still have way more than enough go & seem to be more sensible in every way. Also on the subject of helmets, Shark have just released the latest SKWAL which is apparently first helmet with an integrated brake light on the back, so they claim.

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

Yes saw than in MCN....

@Psycholib111

Жыл бұрын

I have a previous model SKWAL as a spare helmet and I wouldn't buy another unless they have massivly improved the visor mount clips and wind noise.

@ragerider6283

Жыл бұрын

@@Psycholib111 Interesting & good to know. Putting a brake light on the back of it won't fix any of those issues either.

As always, a great video and informative just a little point regarding supermarket fuel, the only real difference between any of the fuel you get is the amount of additive that goes in as a tanker driver I have delivered additives to various locations and you will invariably see all the different companies loading from the same terminal someone is bound to rubbish what I've just said but I'm talking from experience oh and I love the old fashioned word MACHINE LOL

@TheMissendenFlyer

Жыл бұрын

So basically nothing to choose between them - is that what you'ree saying?