2021 Honda CB1000R Black Edition | MC Commute
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- As the already flagship model of the Honda’s Neo-Sports Café lineup, the 2021 CB1000R Black Edition takes it a step further with a number of form and function improvements for the new model year. The best part? Honda maintained its relatively well-priced $12,999 MSRP despite such upgrades.
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Honda added the “Black Edition” suffix to the CB1000R, following the footsteps of its premium automobile offerings. The rebadge identifies an up-spec fit and finish to the outgoing, with hints of blacked-out coloring scattered throughout. Bits like the radiator shrouds, fork legs, airbox covers, exhaust system, and more drip in black finish. New seven-spoke cast aluminum wheels are also fitted to the Black Edition for a more intricate styling.
Powering the CB1000R is a 998cc DOHC inline-four powerplant, originating from Honda’s previous-generation superbike. While sharing the same basic architecture as its track-slaying sibling, the engine has been adapted for improved midrange delivery on the public road via an improved airbox flow, significantly larger throttle bodies, larger intake ports, and increased valve lift on both intake and exhaust. For reference, the last CB1000R we ran on our in-house dyno produced 120.1 hp at 9,700 rpm and 68.6 pound-feet of torque at 8,200 rpm.
Sure, the CB1000R’s dyno chart suggests modest peak figures, but it is a ripper in the midrange. Opening the throttle reveals a direct connection to the rear wheel via its throttle-by-wire system and a confidence-inspiring, butter-smooth initial acceleration as it rolls off the corner, quickly followed by an entertaining jolt in power around 7,000 rpm. Keep it wrung, it’ll loft a front wheel skyward as it spins toward redline. The added bidirectional quickshifter fitted to the ‘21 model makes for near seamless gear changes through its six-speed gearbox.
Quick acceleration and ripping performance is only complemented by the CB1000R’s nimble and flickable chassis. The in-command position of the one-piece off-road-style handlebar position leverages the 468-pound wet weight with quick turn-in characteristics and easy midcorner corrections. OE-fitted Pirelli Diablo Rosso III rubber lends itself to superb grip and feel.
This street bike is brought to a quick stop via a pair of Tokico four-piston calipers and 310mm discs up front. Although stopping power is strong, the system lacks brake feel and robs understanding of how much pressure is being applied to the disc. A fixed ABS setting is standard and offers a well-balanced level of intervention.
Honda added a 5-inch TFT display to the CB1000R for 2021, which replaces the LCD display of the outgoing model. The new dashboard offers much improved visibility of pertinent information and is easily navigated through via the left handlebar switch. All-LED lighting adds to the Black Edition’s premium touch and Honda’s high-quality fit and finish.
The 2021 Honda CB1000R Black Edition adds a degree of both performance and quality to an already impressive platform. Considering that it achieves both without an increase in price, it’s hard to argue the value. No black card needed.
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The styling of the Naked Honda Café Range is my favorite out there for sure. Sleek, Modern and Classis altogether and especially a fan of the Halo front light. I love this CB1000R but for me the CB650R is the one that ticks all the boxes as a commuter and especially considering the price difference between it and the 1000R it just makes much more sense. Great Video.
Well said sir.
It’s really not good
I agree. Honda has done a fantastic job in regard to the styling points of its Neo Café range.
@@EazyTheRecon explain
The 650R retains some more purity imho, due in large part to foregoing throttle-by-wire. I don't care how good they make those, they'll never be as direct as a good old-fashioned cable. Can't be done. More steps in the chain will always result in more latency.
I just bought this 2021 with less than 1900 miles on it. I’ve been riding it for a week and you my friend literally ticked off every single thing that I thought about this bike. It was like I was given the review. You noticed everything that I noticed it’s so much fun in the end. It’s just so much fun, it’s kind of sleeper. It’s just a wicked bite to have a good time on!!
Saw one in the showroom when I bought my Rebel 1100. Finally this is a desirable bike. The details are stunning. This bike is the epitome of Honda build quality 👍🏻
@@VapenBake Not what I wanted.
It looks better in person than it does in the pictures, I picked one up this summer and was looking at the new rebel and it looks like a pretty nice bike too, how do you like it?
I’ve put 10,000 km on my black edition so far, and I love this bike. I think it’s a great street bike. I know people are going to complain that is lower in power than the mt10 and the other super nakeds but it’s not a slow bike and on the street it keeps up, so what if the super sport liter bikes get to the next light a second ahead of you, you’re still there with them.
Do you get any wind fatigue I'm coming from a sportbike never rode a naked bike a lot of people tell me problems with wind fatigue.
@@Honda1k yes for sure, you can’t really ride at a sustained high speed because you just get blown around. If I pull to 200 kmhr or above it gets pretty uncomfortable, I don’t really cruise above 140 kmhr because when you are getting blown around it also makes the throttle twitchy
100% . Well said
Agree with you but I’ve never understood that same point when used argumentatively. Not all people want to be racing only light to light or commuting (I understand this is commute) but the way you used it here is perfect and explains just why we have so many different bikes and cars as far as every experience you can categorize and beyond with feeling alone.
Ride your own ride even works when deciding what bike to get.
This bike can hold its own with any liter bike 0-60mph after that Adios
What a gorgeous motorcycle! Seems fast enough to me plus Honda quality fit and finish. Great review as usual, I don't know how you ride in traffic and keep up that great commentary
I've been riding a VFR800 for the past 2 years and recently had a chance to throw a leg over a Triumph Street Triple RS. It puts out similar HP figures to the cb1000r and is PLENTY fast to all but the most dedicated track racers
Thanks for all the details shared with a lot of simplicity and sympathy !
In Europe, we talk about 145 hp and 104Nm but you mentionned the important lines : smooth, flickable, nimble, precise and stable // powerful enough for most of uses...
The CB650r is too small for me and this one gonna change my Husky Svartpilen 701 wich has a great quickshifter too (when you have tasted it...)
Hope I had sunny roads like you and could discover the wild ones of your beautiful bear's State !
Have some good fun and drive safe a long time !!
Regards from France
V
So basically just throw a tune and exhaust on it and you have a naked 2007 CBR1000RR? Sick!!!
Watching this vid and I’m already in love this bike
Looks great in person! Also like the fact that you don’t see a lot of these on the road.
I appreciate your reviews as we are close to the same height. Please keep them coming.
Great review..
I’m very interested to know what microphone you are using during the ride? You get almost no wind noise and great sound.
Beautiful bike! Thanks for the review.
Great review, beautiful looking motorcycle!
Even nicer in person too.
Great review on the HONDA! Looks great
Love you guys videos! Premium content!
Great review. No tongue smacking - Thank you. I love my 2018 cb.
I love your vids! Great Channel!!
Great review! Thanks for sharing.
I got a cb300r to start with. I would like that cb1000r to be my next bike once i get more experience. It's so beautiful and sounds so great with an exhaust. I'm 5'7 too so if i ever run into you in south oc im definitely going to park next to you.
This is my first MC Commute in a while and I immediately said "Who the fuck is Mike Gilbert?!? - well you did a great job!
Get out to any MotoAmerica race and you'll see him. #55
So, if you were to choose between an XSR 900 and this CB, which one would be your best overall?
Brilliant love it
Another one great review....note?? Excellent 👌👍
Does this bike have cruise control?.
Hi there,greats from Portugal! Interesting video and describing very well the moto,have been a lot of fun with this machine,think it misses cruise control and heated grips to be perfect and yes mirrors after market!
Motorcyclist Magazine! I need your help!!!! I’m winterizing my motorcycle in my shed this winter and I need to inflate the tires. They both say max 41psi on both tires. What do I put? Thanks!!!!
As I’ve gotten old I value smooth,flick and torque. Too much power can ruin the mix.
This bike suffers from heavy neutering in the first 3 gears and is limited up top as well.
Also the 5.5k rpm flat spot for emissions.
ECU flash with a better flowing exhaust gets you up around 150rwhp.
My 2018 is still one of my favorite bikes of all time even though nobody in the US was doing flashes yet.
Short gearing is used to mask the horrendous flat spot so highway rpm is very high along with fuel consumption.
So much potential with looks to kill.
Who is doing flashes in the US. I'm interested in getting mine done.
@@natem1332 I got my 19 cb1kr flashed with EDR performance. She's extra spicy now. Flat spots gone.
I've got the 2020 model in the UK and I have to agree with your comment regarding the flat spot between 5.5k and 7.5k RPM. A full exhaust system with ECU remap eradicates this issue and a throttle map helps massively too. Good thing in the UK is that motorbikes can have the catalytic converter removed and it still be road legal! I've seen from dyno figures you'll gain around 20rwhp in that flat range and around 10rwhp overall. That literally transforms the bike, it'll be a wheelie monster up to 3rd gear for sure.
@@mikemorris1465 British people use words like "eradicate" and expect not to be laughed at
@@DB-sd3cw bear in mind the British gave you your language and you managed to fuck that up completely. A bit like everything else in your country. Remember Trump?
There is a standard edition! Perhaps not in the USA?
Is there a motorcycle that has a good suspension over bumps and a not jerky throttle?
Test rode a 2019 when it was new. It was very buzzy through the seat. That was a deal killer. Sounds like that has improved.
@@VapenBake interesting, I've never been denied a test ride. Honestly, I'm not going to buy a bike without riding it first.
I test rode a 2018 cb1000r, found it to be very buzzy as well. As did Adam on this same channel back then. Wierd. I’ve owned an F4i, 600rr and CB919 and none were riddled with vibration all over like the 2018 cb1000r. Maybe Honda resolved it with this refresh. Also, I never had to sign anything to test ride any motorcycle.
@@gregg4750 This vehicle will still have some engine buzz. The powertrain is based off the old-old CBR1000RR (2005 MY if I remember correctly) so that's the deal.
I put 10,000 km on mine this year and don’t find it too buzzy, I didn’t ride a 2018 but this bike seems normal for an I4 engine to me. I also have a Z900rs and I would say the buzziness is equal on both bikes, my hand starts getting numb after a couple hours and I don’t feel anything anywhere else.
Honda should have used this engine in the upcoming sport touring NT1100 instead of the Africa Twin lump.
I agree. I wonder how much cost it would add to the NT1100 price. The parallel twin currently in it enables Honda to price it pretty low.
Amazing review. I'm looking for something to replace my '17 fz09
I have a CB650R. Would you say this is a must for someone who’s commute includes 50 miles of highway riding?
50 miles of highway riding daily commute => you should try one of these :
Kawasaki Ninja SX Tourer Performance (140hp, heated grips, 6axis imu, cases)
Suzuki GSX-S1000GT (150hp, in screen navigation, side cases)
Same 15k price as the CB1000R but wind protection for highway and long touring
Bike looks great, the HP and torque numbers seem low for 1000cc motor...sure that's probably at rear wheel but still....I would be thinking 150hp with torque on 80lb range.......am sure it can be "uncorked" but by how much?
Is it reliable long term compared to like a Honda civic?
Can anyone confirm if the turn signals on the U.S. model are slightly larger than the euro version. I’m having some fitment issues for an accessory and am kinda curious.
The 2022 Honda CB1000R features a 998cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine that produces a 143 horsepower and 77 lb-ft of peak torque quite impressive for the naked motorcycle market
120 hp on a dyno
Gotta pay the drive train loss troll.
@@benchenzo yea
*I wanna buy a Bros 160 2022. Is that a good motorcycle??????*
it has like, 145hp, doesn't it? (so its more like, MT-10/S1000R/z1000 territory with regards to HP.... I do love the look of the bike, and even the swingarm mounted licence holder, I LOVE bikes with single sided swing arm, and the black edition. Oh, its beautiful. I'm picking one of (talking myself into it!) I OH, andthe new TFT, quickshifter up/down, and those wheels! they look awesome!. I think I just talked myself into one.
Really is a great bike!
I want one!
Nice!
Honda allway's make great bike's
I’m 6’3”. Would my legs be cramped on this one?
Love the bike, though... for me, it took some mods to make it perfect. Suspension was too soft (so mine now rocks Ohlins), then change sprocket sizes (front & rear) to increase acceleration (THough suposedly gearing is shorter, still too tall for my liking). Toss in a Yoshimira pipe (for me, at least), and it now sounds great! (sounded pretty good before though). Love this bike! I also keep a windscreen and some saddlebags/seat bag for long rides, and this bike can do it all now (Track, commute, tour). Still keeping my dirt bike, though :) With rider aids on, this bike is almost hard to mess up with, but with the new suspension, even with electronics off, its wonderfull on a track. I do wish it had cruise control, though. Seen cheaper nakeds (MT-09 SP, XSR900) that have it.
Hey Commander a couple questions, I also have a 2021 and put an ohlins rear shock to do some track riding, what a huge improvement! I wanted to change the sprocket sizes a bit but I was told if I change them I will get error messages, did you experience this and if so what did you have to do to remedy it? I would likely keep the 15 and go up to a 46 in the rear, what sizes did you go with?
I totally agree with this review!
A blacked out motorcycle, how creative, that has never been done before.
It always baffles me when people review a bike such as this one - whilst riding Miss Daisy around the streets, then they "review" it whilst talking about fuel economy and handling! I know you can ride - so ride it like you stole it! At 140mph, the wind is minimal when you tuck in - as opposed to sitting up recording a video! As for a "snatchy throttle", it isn't in rain mode, nor in sport mode whilst hooning! It is also 143.5hp, not 125 ish like the old version, and it can be retuned to the fireblade 175 if you want! Great video and channel BTW. I love your stuff, and don't want to sound critical, bit I have ridden this on the track as well as the road!
I guess this is Honda's closest competition to the Ninja 1000SX and the Suzuki GSX 1000GT, although the Honda is a naked bike whereas the other are fully faired sport-touring. Somewhat similar riding position and more street friendly engines though is what I am looking for. I saw rumors of a CBR 1000R that was a faired version of this basically, or the big brother to the CBR650R, which I was really looking forward to. Unfortunately it has still not made it past rumor status. This bike seems like a pretty cool bike, I have been on the fence for a little while. I just can't get past the naked style though, really never have liked the naked. I am not the only one that would like to see a CBR version either, I know of lots of others who have suggested the same. Although I love Honda , I am going to have to go with Suzuki or Kawasaki at this point because of Honda's lack of choices of decent bikes in the sport-touring market.
As a first time rider. Knowing it’s smooth down low in the RPM’s would this be a good bike to consider. While still being careful with the power?
Noob rider and 145 bhp? Recipe for disaster.
I was cross shopping this and the Indian ftr1200, went with the Honda
You made the correct purchasing decision. Well done.
Nice bike. Im thinking of upgrading once i get my full licence
Get something slower, or be very careful!
@@Mo-xx9gg for sure I'd take it easy if I ever did get something that powerful. I own a rebel 500 at the moment and for now that's enough for me. I still have alot to learn
Nice review. Thank you! How does it compare to an old 919 hornet?
As a 919 rider, I imagine both easily fit into 'more power than anyone reasonably needs in a daily commuter'. :P
It’s the upgraded 919. Has the so-so suspension with the race proven engine and the ok looking factory exhaust. If you loved the 919 you’ll love this.
Under rated bike
i believe this is one of the few bikes they still make and assemble in japan and not thailand. the others being the fireblade and africa twin
Noice bike
I would like to see Honda add an IMU like the MT-09 and MT-10. I am at an age where I really appreciate rider aids for safety.
Harsh? Maybe for smaller riders. For larger guy like me, its very soft, and the front wheel can float when under hard braking. (Use the rear brake, which is actually good, that helps, but feels odd to me). See my previous post, I changed the suspension on mine. Bike is now perfect for me! Again, though, no cruise control, I guess that'd be perfect.
I though it was 143hp and not 120?
I-WANT-THIS-"BAD-ASS"!!! 😆
...please... 😉😘 ❤ Thank YOU very much 😁
In my opinion the previous "dashboard" looked much better. Isn't the engine from the 2006 cbr1000?
Odd how this is only 212Kgs, while a 2014 CB 650 F was 208.
such a different ending to the 2018 model commute and they're the same bike with just a couple cosmetic differences 😳
Where is Adam??????
you should do all the MC Commute segment
motor isn't from the 08-16 blade its from the 06-07
My future motorcycle and favorite car ( Viper) in one video. What more can I ask for?
You could ask for them to be in your driveway
these biked used to vibrate, you didn't get it over 6000 rpm long enough to say if it still does.
Own a 2021, still vibrates over 6k. I'm hoping a seat mod will help.
What do you mean by it’s lurchy?
He means when he opens the throttle abruptly he feels it is lurchy. I own this bike. I disagree it is only lurchy if you ride it that way. If you roll the throttle it’s as smooth as anything, even in sports mode.
@@jfro5867 appreciate it. I’m picking mine up beginning of November can’t wait
@@takeit6530 That’s great. It’s got more performance than you could ever need (for the road anyway).and is lovely to ride. I think so anyway. 👍
Has it got IMU?
No it doesn’t
@@KB-yj5xp why not!
@@pleasedontwatchthese9593 sounds like something honda should answer, but I'm curious why not too, and friggin cruise control too
@@pleasedontwatchthese9593 No need for an IMU.
120 ? i have 145?
Why do soo many people want their bikes (and cars) to have the tech of a space shuttle?
It's a motorcycle! Unless you are a tried and true race pilot, this stuff if just more money to buy and even more to fix.
My bike will go horizontal in the twistys if I don't control my wrist, she's front end heavy and must be counter balanced around town, vibrates, goes through gas like fish through water... But that's what makes a good rider.
Take a rider of one of these new smooth as baby wipes MCs and drop them on an old school bike and wait for their tears.
Having that said, I love the CB :-)
Cruise control?
Nope, I’ve had this for about 4 months now wish it had cruise and heated grips
@@KB-yj5xp I had the previous generation.
Thinking of getting back into the cb family?
@@KB-yj5xp I was. Lol. Ktm duke 890 owner at the moment. I go through a lot of bikes. No cruise control kinda sucks.
@@cuzimaluzer777 I was down to the 890, katana and this, in person this was so much nicer than the Suzuki and I was worried about ktm reliability based solely on internet comment sections. I put a lot of km’s on my bike so I really wanted something I wouldn’t have to worry about. How has the duke been?
+Motorcyclist Magazine
Can we get a review of the Kawasaki ZH2?
Doesn't have cruise control ...
Suka warnanya dan suaranya bagus
17:00 Triiiiiiipy
Is MC Commute being phased out? For months the videos have become increasingly sporadic, with the last one 3 weeks to a month ago at this writing. Say it ain't so!!
While I think this looks way better than the prior generation version that had the front 'beak' shaped headlights, I don't think Honda has yet to make a better looking neo-retro naked than their 919 / Hornet.
I have an 04 919 I bought last year and absolutely love it .
What the hell is that on your lip? Your brows fell down for a drink?
Great review! Maybe I'm old fashioned so I have a couple of bitches. I don't like black out or matt paint. The infotainment center needs clocks on each side, speedo and tach. How about a bright shift light that leaves no doubt. That bitch list is for just about all bikes made today, not just this one.
You could have simply left this at "I'm old fashioned so I have a couple of bitches"
Front fender sucks! I know I own it.
143hp
The fine aesthetics of this motorcycle is screaming for 'classic' style clocks. Seriously.
The look of the TFT dash on this motorcycle is like a massive wart on the nose of a young Christie Brinkley.
The TFT looks better.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o no
1) NO wind-protection 2) NO carrying capacity 3) HIGH footpegs. CONCLUSION: Day Tripper, ONLY.
And no onslow t shirt?
Get a Fartley then
I had a 2018 model and switched to the 2021 Yamaha MT-09. And the Yamaha is more fun (and about as fast)
I think that has always been the case even when compared to the previous mt09 version. The main difference then was fit and finish but the new MT09 improved a lot in that area. Is the fit and finish between the bikes comparable? Which one is best for long trips?
@@trailrider1980 Build quality and fit and finish are definitely comparable now. I like the Yamaha for long trips as the Honda gets a little buzzy
I picked up a 2021 and so far I like it, one problem for me is there is not much of an aftermarket for modding this bike, had the 2021 mt09sp been out around here at that time I likely would have went that way too, straight line stuff they are pretty close but I think the Honda outperforms the standard mt09 in the corners.
@@KB-yj5xp I totally disagree about handling. The MT-09 outperforms the Honda workout question. And I rode both hard in the canyons. The Honda is great, don't get me wrong, but not as good overall. As far as aftermarket parts, they're light right now, but I've found quite a bit for such a new model. Low mount plate (fender eliminator) and mini pod LED signals front and back. CRG bar end mirrors with Rhinomoto weighed bar ends, AVS brake and clutch levers and Evotech radiator guard. I have a Yoshimura exhaust on order and it's been delayed AGAIN so now it won't be delivered until mid-January. But it's a badass exhaust and not a compromise
@@madrat5176 thanks for the comparison, I haven’t ridden the mt09 just rode with a couple but they were older models, the guys complained a lot about the suspension and fell back once the corners started getting tighter, but there could be a lot of reasons for that. The aftermarket for the Honda sucks, no ecu flashes and can’t even change the gearing without getting error lights, it does have a couple cosmetic things like you said, rad guard, bar ends etc.. I think if they come out with an r9 I might consider trading in the Honda.
I see all the praise in the comments but I'm not impressed. Torque...right off idle...where is it? When manufacturers tune a superbike engine for street bike applications it should have impressive pulling power right off idle. Suzuki gets it, Kawasaki gets it, Yamaha gets it. Lost on Honda.
Perfect for when you don't want cars to see you
If you rely on the bike's color for safety, good luck to you LOL.
Something a gender neutral would say
That screen is small, iPhone 4s lol
Agree...needs proper, 'classic clocks' that are consistent with the rest of the bike's aesthetic. Kawasaki did it correctly with their 900...
Honda made four cylinder 750, 550, 350, and on and on. Why this shit? Where’s the new Black Bird? How about a Busa killer?
Honda should sell the CB1300SP and CB1300 Bol D'or in North America, those are absolutely stunning machines - this is blah.
I agree, this is Meh / Blah !
that CB1300SP is the real deal, it's Compression Ratio is 9.3:1 and it would make the bike smooth & sweet sounding, not rough exhaust notes & tones, however the Power & Torque figures are low, considering it is inline-4 + 1.3 L engine
Wtf is a bol d'or
@@DB-sd3cw Bol D'or is a 24 hour race held annually in France since 1922, the race is currently held at Circuit Paul Ricard in September. Honda won 17 times and adapted the name to their CB900F in 1979.
Fun but I can tell this is a pedestrian bore compared to a healthy mt10.
If I can't hear the bike you're reviewing I'm not watching the review.
Wtf is on his face?
What do you think? A fucking moustache.
Looks like he caught a nut from a week ago but didn't clean up
Mt10 wins just for the xplane
But...but...it's just...just sooo FUGLY ! Brrrrrrr.....
@@elmoomle4565 That can't be true because now Suzuki is actually copying that ugly Yamaha design. But then Suzuki isn't stranger to making ugly bikes.
@@brianm5753 Any oem that produces the 'transformer/origami' aesthetic gets a 'Brrrrrrr!!' from me regardless of the 'specs/value/performance'.
But hey...'beauty is always in the eye of the beholder', obviously.
We're definitely spoiled for choice when it comes to choosing a motorcycle and that's always a great thing.
Anytime the Triumph Speed triple, even the last model year of the old gen 1050 over this CB….
Most boring naked bike
The silver elements on the engine look like butt.
Too much black. It’s just a giant mass of black.