2018 Honda CB1000R Review | First Ride
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2024
- We go for a quick test ride aboard Honda's re-vamped CB1000R motorcycle. What was originally designed as a streetfighter has morphed into a Neo Sports motorcycle that's designed to offer styling cues of an old bike with the modern technology and high-end performance of a modern motorcycle. For now watch our review and read the written report on CycleWorld.com
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Honda offers a bit of old and new with its latest entry into the liter-size naked bike class. Feast your eyes on the new 2018 CB1000R (starting at $12,999). Classified as a "neo sports" entry, this top-of-the-range CB is designed to offer something a little different in this growing segment.
“Look around at the other entrants in the category. You have everything from kind of wild and aggressive, like the [Yamaha] MT-10 and [KTM] Super Duke R,” American Honda’s Assistant Powersports Communications Manager Jon Seidel says.
“Our bike is a blend of old and new,” he explains. “[Other manufacturer’s models] have some existing styling cues. We didn’t want to make it a replica, nor redo anything new. If you look at everything-especially the proportions, from the shape of the tank to the short rear overhang-it’s almost a little bit non-Honda-like. We sometimes are said to not have the coolest of things…”
But cool factor is something this CB oozes. From its round multi-chamber LED headlamp, liberal use of metal, and signature single-sided alloy swingarm, this Honda is a head turner. It feels every bit as good as it looks behind the handlebar too-offering a ultra-polished riding experience that’s above others in the class, for the most part.
Swing a leg over it and it’s noticeably slimmer than before-especially through the midsection where the rider is perched. Although seat height has increased by 0.6 inch (32.7 inches now), the new CB feels more manageable due to its thinness. In typical Honda fashion, the cockpit is well-proportioned with adequate spacing between each control surface. We appreciate the position of the handlebar, and the distance between it and the seat. Together this affords a sporty but not overdone riding position. This is a bike you can ride comfortably for hours, while still providing an aggressive platform to work from during cornering high jinks.
The CB continues to be powered by Big Red’s previous-generation 998cc inline-four superbike engine, with a twist. Honda’s new ride-by-wire throttle control system has been retrofitted, which essentially breathes new life to this old but certainly still adept powertrain. Other important mechanical changes include a switch from cast to forged pistons along with a 0.4 compression ratio increase (now 11.6:1). Valve lift has increased slightly, too, as has the diameter of the throttle bodies now measuring 44mm instead of 36mm. It drinks fuel from a 4.3-gallon tank (0.2-gallon smaller than before).
The engine sits inside a stiffer steel backbone frame that Honda says is 10 pounds lighter than the aluminum version it replaces. Geometry has also changed with a 0.3-degree sharper rake (now 24.7) with a corresponding 0.1 inch decrease in trail.
Renowned for its broad, torquey powerband, the CB1000R’s inline-4 engine is well suited to life on the road providing plenty of muscle in each of its six gears, no matter what rpm the engine spins at. Vibration is mostly muted but you feel a slight buzz when cruising in top gear at highway speeds. It certainly isn’t too intrusive though. Wheelies come easy in first or second even with Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC-Honda’s version of traction control) enabled. HSTC also includes integrated wheelie control logic tied to each setting.
For best results, you can manually disable HSTC using the switch gear. ABS on the other hand, is fixed-a small strike for would-be stunt riders.
“It’s not something that we see as a benefit or something that most riders would want,” Seidel answers when asked why Honda doesn’t offer the ability to manually disable ABS (as you can on most European-made bikes equipped with the feature).
Regardless of the reasoning, the CBR1000RR-sourced front brakes are strong with just the right amount of bite at either lever. We also appreciate the use of a heavy-duty radial-pump master cylinder up front, which delivers strong hydraulic force when the lever is squeezed.
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Missed an important point: designers tried to avoid plastics to give the bike a more premium and decent feeling. I am sure many people find this relevant. Good to see Adam back in motorcycle reviewing after motorcycle USA and his own riders domain.
Best review I've seen in a while. Keep up the good work
"It's nice that Honda spent the extra dollar and fitted the bike with some real premium Japanese rubber" *Proceeds to do a rolling burnout* 2:55
premium burnout
Nice wheelies too.
"Gotta test the rubber, right babe!!!?"
@@anonymouse9013 RIP in peace
Holy cow the best combo ever
My favorite channel reviewing my favorite bike!!😍😍😍
Adam, you do some of the most complete reviews without getting to techy.
Keep up the great job!
I agree and if possible I'd like to see you do something along the line's of an every day rider's experiences and opinion of popular bikes especially new releases.
Love the looks and the dash of that bike! Awesome review!
Love your reviews Adam. Its alway my litmus test for what to try or purchase next. Always honest and professional
Glad you are back. Nice review and attention to detail with honesty
Motorcyclist magazine's videos are my favorite TH-cam based bike videos. You guys do a great job as a whole. No complaints.
"Will never, ever, ever break." +1
An absolutely stunning piece of machinery, engineering, and finish. Since my gf bought a Honda CB500F, I have been to a few Honda showrooms, and have been very impressed with the quality of the range.
If I was not already married to my XSR900, I would definitely be wooing this bike.
Great review great reviewer
good review length, straight to the point, love it. Seems like a decent bike aswell.
Adam’s reviews are always objective and very detailed. Glad to see him working with you guys
Ive been hyped up for this bike for the past year. I NEEED IT
The first thing that came to mind and I don’t think anyone else really noticed this but... When it’s time to do the BIG SUPERBIKE or SUPERNAKED BIKE SHOOTOUT for this year or next year we will get some really good opinions and content because of the talent that Motorcyclist Magazine has put together. Can’t wait put we will get more bikes involved.
Nice review guys as I’m thinking of getting one so a big help 👍🏼👌😎
My wife and I test rode a 2019 version last weekend. We both loved it. Would be great to have 2 of these in the garage.
Always love your reviews Adam. We miss you.
I really like the look of this bike and the direction Honda went with this. I’m an older guy (46) and appreciate the round headlight and simpler styling of old without it actually looking like an old bike.
Dream bike though is MV Augusta RVS #1 or Similar Dragster and Brutale. Just would never buy those due to initial cost and maintenance so appreciate when Japan can get close in styling!
Really awesome video and review too.
Been waiting for this
Great review Heed!!!
I enjoy this video, honestly the review fills you up in everything you need to know pros and cons but i was looking for an onboard ride too, to watch how it behaves on the road. Locr the content keep it coming.
Hi Pablo, thanks for the feedback.
I gotta try one ASAP. Great review man
Nice review...as always :)
Great Review
It's nice to see Adam in this channel. His reviews are awesome!
Love that dash!
so refreshing to see you reviewing bikes again Adam!
Now ... Im getting a hang of it... Kinda liking u guys... Good job
nice review and great looking bike.
Tells you the bike is comfortable and fits well for his size and proceeds that by telling us his actual height!!! 👏👏👍
Nice bike! Good review as well!
Much better job in this video than the last one Adam W. Zack and Ari are definitely rubbing some charisma on you! Keep it up guys!
This bike looks absolutely beautiful.
looks great!
adam is a great reviewer, thanks for the review broseph. this bike is dope looking, modern and sharp and a nasty sounding pipe
Nice review. It's a beautiful bike, at the very least.
Good to see you again Adam!
Adam, great to see you putting out quality content again!
Hi Michael, thanks for the note.
Beautiful I foresee somewhere in my future there is one of these :)
Great review Adam!
Hi guys - thanks for the note!
GREAT reviewer with just-right hair. Thanks.
Actually really great review, cheers. Your hair is spot on :-)
Thanks man.
Great review Adam, really like the looks of that bike!
PistolPete63 thanks bro. Always appreciate your notes.
Your hair is fine dude, this vid was much better than the last one, keep it up :)
Never really see videos with Adam on this channel, but he does an awesome job and I want more!
"I really like the battle axe tires..." *shows clip of him absolutley destroying the tire with a rolling burnout.
Sick vid!
A really very nice review of this Neo Beauty....
Sick dude
Just rode with a friend last weekend who has a 2015 CB1000R, and believe me, it is NOT a POOCH! 😂
Honda is doing the best motorcycles :) I have two Hondas and never had an issue :) took my NC750X on a Silk Road to Central Asia and it did it without any problems :) just very reliable bikes
So are the other big 3 manufacturers.
Hey me too! Ich have a nc700s with now 80.000km on the clock (runs like on the first day) and a 2003 cbr600r. Honda just makes more thought though bikes. I love to ride mit small but torquy NC through the city and thought the mountains.
1990 I hope you mean the Japanese manufacturers ;)
Save, 80.000km wow!
no its not :) just rode the tracer 700 2 weeks ago (will post a video soon). maybe I was expecting to much because they hyped the mt-07 a lot but maaaan was I disappointed :/ the tracer is not much stronger than the NC but feels and looks so much cheaper :/ the first thing my girlfriend said when I picked her up with the tracer was "why does this bike look so cheap?" (and she doesn't know anything about motorcycles) especially the plastics :/ the button for the indicators is like from a toy motorcycle for kids :/ the only thing the tracer has is that engine everything else is nehhhhh
ride both bikes and you will see :)
Wow looks cool 👍
Wheelies AND burnouts?! I like this guy.
Nice to see you back doing videos, Adam!
Thanks bro.
Great job with the review, I'm not even sure who you are lol, but i enjoyed the detail and thoughts.
I like the look !
How neat is that!
Can’t go wrong with that bike
Nice looking 🤘
It’s finally here
what a great looking bike
I like it very much! It's a cool bike!
Good to see you, Adam. You've always been one of my favorite motorcycle reviewers. Used to read your reviews in magazines back in the day! Keep up the great style and work you do.
This guy does a really good commentary
Needs some Pelican cases and you have yourself a winner adventure-hooligan bike.
That's a quality piece
nice motorcycle and good angle pic
Great review Ads, wondering what shoes do you wear? Thanks mate.
Wouldn't be a waheed review without givin it the beans
G'day Adam, I will be picking up one next Friday. Took one for a test ride and instantly knew that I just had to own one. Mine is in the candy apple red with the matching seat cowl and the quick shifter. Enjoyed the review heaps.
Andrew Edmond nice man. Congrats on your new whip.
This bike is perfect
Looks like a really nice bike, can't wait to have a go on one of those puppies....love the way you Americans say "chassis" too - cracks me up, and top points for saying "give it the beans" - I thought that was just an English thing.....nice one.
Although can't say 'traction control' correctly. What in the world is a "traction troll?"
give it the beans makes a fart more. get it?
Hey TMF. That bike just looks amazing. Beautiful lines. Looking forward to the Arctic tour video tomorrow:+)
Look forward to your review i really fancy this bike
We, too, giggle when we hear someone say "shassis"
Gorgeous bike.
Have one (plus-version with quickshifter). Best street-bike I ever own and ride.
Does it cruise at high speeds well? I'm like ten miles away from work.
@@genericallyaccepted it is good on 80mph cruise speed, I can run on it more than 30 miles at once. Aftermarket windscreen can change everything obviously
@@realsnick very cool, I appreciate you.
Adam Waheed on Motorcyclist Magazine WOOOOW so great !!!
Very good reviewer !
You made my day guys !!
Awesome man - thanks for the note.
it's beautiful
Welcome back Adam.....
Does this have a quick shifter and and auto blip technology? Thanks
Damn this bike really dope. Hope to have this in phil
Looks great. I hope other manufacturers will catch up with this vitpilen/cb lines.
Great video. Would it this be a good beginner motorcycle ? I am currently riding a royal Enfield classic 350cc bullet. Weights around 436lbs
This machine is 💥💥💥
Look of this byke just awesome💖💖💖💖💖
Such a beautiful machine! I want these clothes with the 500r engine as a second around the town motorcycle.
I would like to think you guys took my suggestion on adding Adam Waheed to the crew but I might be reaching. Now add ryanf9 to the mix and "revzilla who?" Great job fellas, best moto channel by far!
All I really want is a comparo with this, the GSX-S1000Z, the Speed Triple, the Ducati Monster 1200, the Yammie MT-10, the Super Duke R, the BMW S1000R, the Tuono, and maaaaayyyybe the Kawi Z900.
Pretty good review, overall.
Kawi should definitely be in that shootout for the simple fact that they will steal some sales from the more expensive brands with its amazing power to price ratio.
Even though Adam is awesome, I'm always a little sad when it's not a Zach or Ari video.
True
I disagree, I think Adam is right on par with Zach and Ari. His personality is a little different from theirs, which is not a bad thing, and the three of them make for the best moto channel on YT/anywhere.
Apparently Zach and Ari have departed for Mototrend though.
Give him time to find his groove, people. Zack and Ari weren't grooving right off the bat either.
It was an instant downer for me too :(
Adam, I’m so thankful you did this review! I always appreciate your candor and honesty!
That being said, as you know I own the 2013 version of this bike, and I’m really interested in what you have to say, because it will help me to determine if I am ready for an upgrade? I have invested a lot of work and mods to make my bike near perfect for me. Completely new suspension components, upgraded brakes and lines, lithium battery, slip-on exhaust, S21 tires, bar end mirrors, etc....I’ve now got 28,000 mi.
So, with all that I have invested, is this the upgrade? Or possibly the Triumph Speedy RS? My thoughts are this new bike, while it looks great, isn’t quite as much as an upgrade as the Triumph would be for me? Your thoughts?
I love the aggressive look of my 2012 cb1000r. Not sold on the cafe look. Disagree about the performance of the older cb1000r. I have no problems keeping up with the higher hp bikes.
I really want this to be my next bike. Been keeping an eye on this for the past year, and I'm happy to hear it sounds as if it'll live to my expectations. Now I just have to convince the wife... 🤔
Excellent choice. I own several Hondas, although my newest/DD is a 1290 SAR which I am quite happy with. If I had been looking at a super-naked instead of a travel enduro when I bought I would have picked this over the Super Duke 1290, and I absolutely adore the motor in the 1290. These are that good overall.
This Honda had a striking resemblance to the Husqvarna Vitpilen 701. Sexy
Nice to see Adam join a favorite channel of mine ... best of luck bro
Thanks man. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a note and tune-in.
It is 2020 now... what manufacturer has the best ride by wire system?
This might be the best cafe racer project bike. ❤️
That Cat converter though...bloody euro rules!
Hey can you guys make a video about hitting potholes? Maybe those patched roads? You know those bumps that occurs when they cover up potholes with cement? ... Highway extensions that gives a lil bump as well.
Really paranoid about bending my rims... Was riding at 140km last night and the highway extensions made me feel a big bump but idk
Bootiful
Love these. Ride a 2012 Honda VFR1200F right now