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Recent rumours have started to crystallise into something tangible for Honda motorcycle enthusiasts. Following the debut of the Honda Hornet 750, the rumour mill has been abuzz about a sportier version—tentatively dubbed the Honda CB750R.

  • Latest patent application confirms the arrival of a fully-faired version of the Hornet. 
  • the alleged CB750R is rumoured to be powered by the same 755cc parallel-twin engine found on the Hornet. 

Honda’s Platform Sharing Philosophy 

Honda has long been a proponent of platform sharing, leveraging common underpinnings to produce multiple, distinct models. This strategy is evident in the CB500 and NC700/NC750 ranges, where a common set of components has spawned an array of unique motorcycles. Likewise, the Africa Twin has proven its adaptability, leading to the creation of the NT1100 tourer and the Hawk 11 café racer for markets outside the U.S. 

In line with this trend, the Hornet 750 utilises the same 755cc parallel-twin engine and steel-framed chassis as the Transalp, which is confirmed to be entering the U.S. market in 2024. 

Patent Details

The recently emerged patent application points to a faired bike based on the Hornet’s platform. While the patent mainly deals with mundane aspects like the packaging of the fuel tank, airbox, and electronic wiring, it offers key insights. For instance, the patent text references a “front cowl… removably attached to the vehicle body frame using fastening members,” differentiating this design from the existing, unfaired Hornet 750. 

Design Implications

Although the patent’s bodywork might not be the final design, it does shed light on potential innovations. Overlaying the patent drawings with a photo of the Hornet reveals a more compact fuel tank and a frame that aligns well with the existing model. The design seems to encourage a race-style crouching posture, given the lower profile of the fuel tank and the placement of low clip-on bars. 

What Lies Ahead

Given the patent details and Honda’s history of platform sharing, it’s likely that this new bike aims to compete directly with Yamaha’s MT-07 and YZF-R7. With its low bars and streamlined tank, the new model could offer a compelling option for those interested in sportier bikes. 

While still in the realm of speculation, the possible arrival of a Honda CB750R is creating a buzz among motorcycle aficionados. Should it come to fruition, this model would be a welcome addition to Honda’s versatile range, offering a sportier alternative to the already popular Hornet 750. With the patent now public, all eyes are on Honda for the next move.

(source: Cycle World)

Honda all-new lightweight naked motorcycle, the CB750 Hornet is now officially available in Thailand. 

  • The 2023 Honda Hornet 750 features an all-new engine.
  • Equipped with ride-by-wire and Honda Selectable Torque Control. 

According to reports, the Honda Hornet CB750 is priced at THB319,000 (RM41.2k) and is available in two colour options; Graphite Black and Pear Glare White. 

Powering the Hornet is a 755cc parallel-twin engine producing 92hp and 75Nm. The engine features a 270-degree crank that allows the engine to provide a feel similar to a V-Twin configuration. 

In addition, the two cylinders is coated with nickel-silicon carbide, a feature inherited from the firm’s CBR1000RR-R while the Unicam system is similar to the CRF450R motocross machine.

Meanwhile, the engine is wrapped around an all-new steel diamond frame which Honda claimed to weighs only 16.6kg which is 2kg lighter than the frame on Honda’s CB650R.  According to Honda, the Hornet 750 is equipped with a 15.1L fuel tank and with a fuel consumption rate at 23km/l, this means that the bike could go up to 340km. 

The Hornet also gets Honda’s patented ‘Vortex Flow Ducts’ designed to evenly distribute air into the airbox. According to Honda, the air ducts boost the bike’s throttle response.

Electronically, the Honda Hornet 750 gets ride-by-wire, which offers three pre-mapped riding modes; Rain, Standard and Sport. However the fourth mode, is fully customisable by the rider.

The motorcycle is suspended by Showa’s SFF-BP 41mm USD forks with 130mm travel at the front and a preload-adjustable shock absorber with Pro-Link swingarm at the rear. Other notable features include auto-cancelling indicators, 5-inch TFT display, Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (available for Android and iOS). 

Motosikal jenis naked terbaru keluaran Honda, CB750 Hornet telah pun memasuki pasaran negara jiran, Thailand. 

Datang dengan dua pilihan warna; Graphite Black dan Pearl Glare White, Honda CB750 Hornet ini ditawarkan pada harga THB319,000 (RM41.2k). 

Honda Hornet 750 dihidupkan enjin parallel-twin 755cc 8-valve dengan penyejukan cecair dan menampilkan sistem Unicam serta ‘270-degree crank’. 

Menariknya, bahagian silinder enjin telah disalut dengan bahan jenis ‘nickel-silicon carbide’ yang sebelum ini diguna pakai pada CBR1000RR-R Fireblade dan CRF450R.

Honda mendakwa enjin tersebut berupaya menghasilkan 92hp pada 9,500rpm dan 75Nm pada 7,250rpm. Kuasa enjin kemudiannya disalurkan kepada transmisi 6-kelajuan dan dibantu klac ‘assist/slipper’. 

Menurut Honda, Hornet 750 ini mampu mencapai kelajuan maksima 205km/j. 

Sementara itu, bahagian suspensi dikendalikan fork depan Showa SFF-BP 41mm yang menawarkan jarak pergerakan 130mm. Bahagian belakang pula tampil dengan ‘monoshock’ dengan swingarm Pro-Link yang menawarkan jarak pergerakan 150mm. 

Brek pula dikawal kaliper berkembar 4-pot Nissin di depan dengan cakera brek 296mm manakala kaliper brek satu piston dengan cakera 240mm mengawal brek belakang. Honda juga memuatkan sistem ABS dwi-saluran sebagai langkah keselamatan ekstra.

Honda Hornet 750 dilengkapi sistem ride-by-wire yang secara tidak langsung menawarkan empat mod menunggang; Standard, Sport, Rain dan User. Selain itu motosikal tersebut juga didatangkan dengan fungsi Honda Selectable Torque Control dan Wheelie Control. Sistem tersebut boleh diakses menerusi skrin TFT 5-inci yang juga boleh disambung kepada peranti Android dan iOS. 

GALERI: HONDA CB750 HORNET

Honda has once again received recognition for its excellent designs, winning two Red Dot Design Awards for its 2023 motorcycles.

  • Honda has won two Red Dot Design Awards for its 2023 motorcycles – the Honda CB750 Hornet and Honda XL750 Transalp.
  • Honda’s success in the Red Dot Design Awards is a testament to its unique human-centered approach to design and usability, as well as its commitment to innovation and exceptional design.

 

The Honda CB750 Hornet and Honda XL750 Transalp were both awarded for their exceptional design, expanding Honda’s range in the naked and adventure categories with new middleweight offerings.

Honda looked to its past for inspiration for both of these new motorcycle models, reviving the iconic Hornet and Transalp names, which carry cultural weight from the brand’s history. Both models feature a new 755cc parallel-twin-cylinder engine that promises excellent performance.

These awards follow on from Honda’s previous Red Dot Design Award-winning motorcycles, including the Honda ADV350 scooter, Honda NT1100 tourer, Honda Forza 750, and Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade. Honda has won multiple Red Dot Design Awards in the Product Design category for four years in a row now, across its automobile and motorcycle product ranges.

23YM HONDA CB750 HORNET

Toshinobu Minami, Chief Operating Officer, Design Center, Honda R&D Co., expressed his happiness on this achievement, stating, “We believe in a unique human-centred approach to design and usability, and it is gratifying to see that focus reflected in the continued recognition for Honda at the Red Dot Design Awards.”

Meanwhile, Honda also won Red Dot Design Awards for the 2023 Honda Civic Type-R and 2023 Honda Civic e:HEV cars, showcasing the company’s continued commitment to innovation and exceptional design. With these wins, Honda has cemented its reputation as a company that values both performance and aesthetics.

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Now here is one rare find eBay every motorcyclist would dream of owning: one of four known hand-made pre-production prototypes of the revolutionary Honda CB750.

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