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The new CB750 Hornet lands at Intermot

The new CB750 Hornet lands at Intermot

 Honda Motor Europe

Press Information 10:00 CET Tuesday 4th October 2022

 

The new CB750 Hornet lands at Intermot

  • New CB750 Hornet unveiled at the Intermot Motorcycle Fair in Cologne
  • Thrills guaranteed on every ride thanks to class-leading power to weight ratio
  • Brand-new 755cc parallel twin-cylinder engine packs maximum power of 67.5kW and torque of 75Nm
  • Super-lightweight steel diamond frame also all new
  • Sharp streetfighter styling led by Honda R&D design team in Rome
  • Four riding modes allow choice of Power, Engine Brake and HSTC levels
  • Rich specification list and three ready-to-go accessory packs

Today at Intermot in Cologne, Germany, Honda has unveiled the much-anticipated brand new CB750 Hornet, marking the return to its line-up of one of motorcycling’s most evocative model names.

Fast, agile and fun, the Hornet will guarantee enjoyment in any riding situation thanks to a class-leading power to weight ratio combined with the balance, stability and agile handling for which Honda has long been renowned.

The all-new, compact and lightweight parallel twin-cylinder 755cc engine packs a great deal of Honda engineering prowess into a small space. The traditional top end Hornet ‘sting’ lives on, with peak power of 67.5kW arriving at 9,500rpm. It’s now coupled with hard-hitting torque throughout the rev range (peaking at 75Nm at 7,250pm) to provide the kind of low to mid-range usability that delivers joyful acceleration across a full range of riding situations.  

The new engine is replete with Honda’s engineering knowhow. The 270° crank and uneven firing order creates a ‘V-twin-like’ pulse feeling for maximum character and – in tandem with the bespoke exhaust – an engaging soundtrack; patented Vortex Flow Ducts evenly distribute airflow into the airbox to deliver razor sharp throttle response and pick-up; the twin cylinders benefit from a Nickel-Silicon Carbide coating inherited from the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade; intelligent packaging and the 8-valve Unicam head layout deliver all this in an ultra-compact unit.  

Cradling the new engine is a brand-new lightweight steel-diamond frame weighing a mere 16.6kg and tuned to give full expression to the new engine’s performance. The agility and feedback is aided by Showa 41mm Separate Function Fork Big Piston (SFF-BPTM) USD forks clamped to the new top and bottom yokes. Also maximising the fun factor is a rear shock with adjustable pre-load operating via Pro-Link together with a new steel swingarm.

Riding enjoyment, practicality and pride of ownership are enhanced with a rich specification list, headlined by a 5-inch TFT colour display which vividly supplies all the crucial information and allows management of all systems. Connectivity is available in the form of Honda Smartphone Voice Control system for both Android and (for the first time) IOS devices. All lighting is LED; the indicators auto-cancel and also include Emergency Stop System for increased rider safety.

 

The new Hornet also features 3 default riding modes featuring pre-set combinations of Engine Power, Engine Brake and Honda Selectable Torque Control with integrated Wheelie Control. A fourth ‘User’ mode allows the rider to select their preferred combination to match conditions and riding style.

With styling led by Honda’s R&D Centre in Rome – also chiefly responsible for hit products like the Africa Twin, X-ADV and Neo Sports Café naked series – the new Hornet is a sharp, contemporary expression of technical beauty with the silhouette, lines and shaping in compact, aggressive proportion. The sharply chiselled fuel tank, which takes inspiration from the shape of a hornet’s wing, is a signature feature. From the aggressively angled nose-fairing front to the razor-sharp, minimal tail, there are hallmarks of tension and aggression throughout that underline the Hornet’s sporting intent.

A full range of official accessories will be available for the CB750 Hornet, including three packs – Sport, Style and Touring – to suit any rider’s intentions. It will be available in four colours: Pearl Glare White, Graphite Black (which both feature a classy Metallic Red Flame frame and anodised Red forks), Matte Iridium Gray Metallic and Mat Goldfinch Yellow.

The Hornet name is well and truly back, in a package that is sure to open another exciting chapter in its illustrious history.

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Matt McCabe Brown
Matt McCabe Brown
Honda Motor Europe
Motorcycle PR Events & Communications Manager