2025 Honda CB1000 Hornet: Reviews and Recalls

Honda Vietnam announced a recall of the CB1000 2025 (sales name: CB1000 Hornet) to replace the gear shift bolt that may loosen during operation, affecting the gear shifting process. Up to now, the company said that there have been no incidents affecting operation or safety related to this item.

Besides the technical information about the recall, the CB1000 Hornet 2025 is still notable for its streetfighter-oriented chassis-engine package, along with a price of 339.9 million VND when introduced in February in Vietnam.

Streetfighter design and Hornet DNA

The CB1000 Hornet follows a streetfighter style, combined with a matte black metallic paint. Honda describes the appearance as a “wasp”, emphasizing the muscular and neat feeling.

The vehicle uses LED headlights and a fuel tank with a characteristic flared wing design of the Hornet line. The black painted steel frame is said to have high torsional rigidity, aiming for precision and stability during operation.

Performance chassis, suspension and brakes

Suspension consists of 41mm Showa SFF-BP USD forks up front and Öhlins TTX36 rear shock absorbers. Front brakes use four-piston Brembo Stylema calipers with 310mm floating brake discs.

The setup shows a solid performance orientation: large diameter USD forks, branded rear shock absorbers and high-performance brakes help control stopping power. These highlights are in line with the CB1000 Hornet's streetfighter philosophy.

1,000 cc engine inherited from CBR1000RR Fireblade

The "heart" of the CB1000 Hornet is a 1,000 cc 4-cylinder engine inherited from the CBR1000RR Fireblade, producing a maximum capacity of 112.7 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and maximum torque of 101 Nm at 8,000 rpm.

Honda equips the Throttle By Wire (TBW) electronic throttle system with three default riding modes and two user-customizable modes. The variety of operating modes allows the rider to actively adjust the vehicle's response characteristics according to the usage context.

Safety and technology

The CB1000 Hornet is equipped with an Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) warning feature. Regarding the recall, Honda Vietnam stated that the possibility of the gear shift bolt loosening during operation could affect the gear shifting process; in rare cases, it could potentially pose an accident risk. There have been no recorded safety incidents related to this item.

Customers who own vehicles in Vietnam will be contacted via email, phone or other communication channels about the bolt replacement plan, including the location and time of implementation at the DreamWing system and authorized shops to repair large-displacement vehicles at genuine HEADs.

Price and positioning

The Honda CB1000 Hornet 2025 was introduced to Vietnamese customers in February with a selling price of 339.9 million VND. The model belongs to the Hornet line along with the CB500, which is being officially distributed by Honda, positioned in the large-capacity streetfighter segment.

Main technical specifications table

Category	Parameter
Engine	4-cylinder, 1,000 cc (inherited from CBR1000RR Fireblade)
Maximum capacity	112.7 horsepower at 8,000 rpm
Maximum torque	101 Nm at 8,000 rpm
Gas system	Throttle By Wire (TBW)
Driving mode	3 default modes + 2 user modes
Front fork	Showa SFF-BP 41mm, USD
Rear shock absorber	Öhlins TTX36
Front brake	Brembo Stylema 4-piston, 310 mm floating disc
Safety features	Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
Recall	Replace the shift lever bolt that may be loose.
Price in Vietnam	339.9 million VND (February)

Conclude

The 2025 CB1000 Hornet scores points with its premium chassis and brake configuration, 1,000 cc engine, and TBW system with multiple driving modes. The recall information focuses on the gear shift bolt and is being proactively handled by the company, with no related safety incidents recorded yet.

Strengths: Showa-Öhlins suspension package, Brembo Stylema brakes, 1,000 cc engine, multi-mode TBW. Points to note: Customers should check and schedule a replacement of the gear shift bolts as recommended by Honda Vietnam.

Source: https://baonghean.vn/honda-cb1000-hornet-2025-danh-gia-va-trieu-hoi-10309367.html