had a 2014 model, its a fantastic ride in my opinion, no nonsense and pretty straight forward. all the 10 years of ownership, it served me very well till today!
Oh, I`m looking forward to watch this, I have an sv650 and 2 seasons behind me, I`d really like to get a 4 cilinder engine, and am really tempted to get one of these !
Thanks for checking out the CB1000R video! I think this machine could be a great upgrade from the SV650 :). I actually had an SV650 as my first bike many years ago myself, they are incredible fun! The CB1000R is going to have significantly more power, but they don't really scare you with a big blast at the top end like some 4 cylinders too. The power is very linear all the way up, but there is plenty there!
@@PastorMattMoto Yeah, thats the exact reason why I was looking at it. Also, reviewers always call honda "booring", "predictable" etc etc, as if those things were bad. Thats music to my ears honestly haha. Thanks for taking the time to reply !
I've got my bike licence test here in the UK in a couple of weeks. And I've had my eye on this bike for a bit of time. I'm pretty set on one. Went to see one last weekend, and it felt great to sit on. It also has an original aftermarket Honda seat, which is an alacantra material, so that should help with that con. I feel all the people who say you shouldn't get a 1000cc bike for the first bike are mostly in America. Here we have numerous tests and training that you have to do in order to legally ride a motorbike. All of which makes you competent to ride any size bike. Thanks for the review, as there's not too much out there about these bikes.
Thanks for checking out the video on the CB1000R :). In the UK I thought there were a number of different CC licenses you had to step through before you could ride 1000cc machines on the road? Have you ridden bikes before?
@@GT.Bugger they're great fun. I've got a 2015 , put 11000 miles on mine since Feb 2023 and its never let me down . Best thing I ever did. Enjoy your riding.
This is how I see this bike. Just ass quick as the Mt 09 with a bit more top end. cheaper with Honda reliability, Then THE sound this bike can make with the right pipe.. Sweet!
The CB1000R's are pretty cheap on the used market comparatively! They are so different from the MT09 though, especially the early years of the MT09. The CB1000R has a much smoother throttle response, and more composed suspension I would say.
Wow the Z900 is a pretty punchy machine too! I'll have to try the newer generation CB1000R this coming season :) I test rode the z900rs on the channel here as well.
Thanks from Scotland. Thinking that the corner confidence could be the tyres but also the rear shock. I would consider replacing the stock shock. I use the Michelin Road 6 on my CBR1100 Blackbird, love them.
Thanks for checking out the CB1000R video! I agree on those tires, the Road 6's have become my favorite tire this past year as well :). I have a set on my R Nine T at the moment, absolutely great on the road! Getting a higher end rear shock for the CB1000R would probably help, like you said. If I had it setup professionally, it might feel more locked in as well.
@@PastorMattMoto Hi Matt, I would just add to my previous comment. My Blackbird has an upgraded shock, a Maxton shock, not sure if they are available in the US, as they are a British make but for a big and heavy lump that the CBR is, it handles pretty well. Good luck and safe riding sir. I liked your video very much. Am considering a CB1000R so it's interesting to see normal peoples opinion. When I say normal, I mean, not the main reviewers who are actually taking bikes to their limits. I don't do track days, but I do enjoy a good ride through the hills and glens of Scotland. You can't beat it (When it's not raining). 😊
The cornering issue is related to the exotic single sided swing arm, and rear shock combo. It still have on latest models. They are coming out with a Hornet 1000 . more pedestrian . surprised this has hydraulic clutch. current models are cable. This looks to have great build quality. Current models are so so
That's good to know! I've actually been interested in the current model, but if the handling is the same, I would definitely want to try different tires on it, or maybe upgrade the rear shock. A new Hornet sounds really interesting, I'll have to check that out!
That would be a nice addition if you taking a passenger on the regular. I didn't know a backrest was possible on the cb1000r, is that something you are making yourself?
Not the best review for the bike I've seen, I own it (2010 model) for couple of years now. First of all the brakes - kinda similar to sv650, meaning pretty bad, except I don't expect that on 1000ccc bike. Watching the review and seeing the way you ride I understand why you find them (brakes) good. Brakes are good for slowing down but terrible for stopping. I ride it on pirelli supercorsas bsb and it improved braking, even without them bike is pretty capable to corner in rider dragging a knee style. Handling is good and cozy to ride it, but in my case after 250km its tiring. One thing you said is true, not the best experience for the passenger, on the other hand, not many bikes are, especially if we are talking about naked bikes. NAKED bikes, not sport bike because this is not the one. Even though it shares the power plant with Fireblade its seriously crippled in terms of power. Its not even a hyper naked, its just a 1000ccc naked bike. Speaking about 1000ccc naked bike with 125bhp, fuel consumption is terrible. Of course it depends on riding style, but impossible to go les then 7L/100km if you are ultra smooth. With all "pros" and "cons" its great looking bike, quite different and unique looking. If you expect a lot of it, you should buy hyper naked like yamaha mt10 or something similar. I can agree that its one of the prettiest bikes for the money in its segment.
Did a test ride and felt so at home. Felt just like my 90s Honda cb500. Except double cc, cylinders, horsepower, etc... The abs wasn't as good as the cbr600 rr , you could feel it pumping. Still very good but just not quite as good as the cbr
This older version of the CB1000R doesn't have ABS yet, so I didn't run into the ABS issue thankfully. The brakes were pretty good, not a ton of bite at the top of the lever like a modern brembo setup, but they are definitely plenty to get yourself hauled down from speed :)
@@PastorMattMoto wasn't even an issue, they were strong and easy to use but I did a hard full stop from 70kmh or so just to see and on the last couple meters I could feel there is abs, couldn't with the CBR. I doubt I'd notice anywhere but in an emergency situation. I assume it might make a meter or 2 difference which I'd then hope won't matter
Thanks for checking out the channel, and for the feedback :). I left this video long since it's a long term ride review, and I don't have many of those on the channel, most of my other vids are much shorter though. I do have a harder riding video coming out soon as well, I hit Wildcat mountain yesterday on my Street Triple RS, what an absolute blast that was!!
@ukrainewarroom8410 Hi, thanks for checking out the vid! I review both old and new bikes on the channel. I just picked up a new BMW R Nine T that will be on the channel soon. I review used and classic bikes because when people are looking on the used market, its nice to have something current to watch, that compares the older machines to what you can get on the market today. I watch a lot of reviews on older bikes as well, MCN does some great work in that area too.
Hmm that is a good question. I can't speak directly to the 675, because it's been so long since I've ridden one, so I'll have to go off of memory. I currently own a 765RS though. I think right now I would take either Triumph over the CB1000R for the type of riding that I do. The CB is going to have more total power for sure, but lately I've really been into light and highly maneuverable machine. After having a bunch of high powered machines like the hayabusa and the zx14, I've been enjoying the lightness of supermotos and the street triple. ....that's not to say I'll never buy a Hayabusa again though!! If I was going to get another hyper naked I think it would be the MT10, I had one for a short period of time (it's on the channel here too) and that thing was totally ridiculous!
@@PastorMattMoto Thank you for your reply. I'm looking for a light motorcycle. It's true that I don't have a catalytic converter in my Honda. I installed a full bore and tuned it on the dyno. But I miss the ease of driving and I like to rev the engine at high speeds. Honda doesn't have this. I thought he would change the entire suspension, but does it make sense? street triple 675r weighs only 182kg and this convinces me very much. Street triple 765rs is unfortunately too expensive for my budget.
had a 2014 model, its a fantastic ride in my opinion, no nonsense and pretty straight forward. all the 10 years of ownership, it served me very well till today!
Wow 10 years with the machine, that's pretty impressive! What have your favorite tires been so far for the CB1000R?
@@PastorMattMoto pirelli angel GT series, i like them for a good balance between wet and dry grip. decent longevity as well.
What do you mean "till today!". Sounds ominous.
@@willmarshall9375 the thoughts and experience i had with my cb1000r as accurate as of today :)
Oh, I`m looking forward to watch this, I have an sv650 and 2 seasons behind me, I`d really like to get a 4 cilinder engine, and am really tempted to get one of these !
Thanks for checking out the CB1000R video! I think this machine could be a great upgrade from the SV650 :). I actually had an SV650 as my first bike many years ago myself, they are incredible fun! The CB1000R is going to have significantly more power, but they don't really scare you with a big blast at the top end like some 4 cylinders too. The power is very linear all the way up, but there is plenty there!
@@PastorMattMoto Yeah, thats the exact reason why I was looking at it. Also, reviewers always call honda "booring", "predictable" etc etc, as if those things were bad. Thats music to my ears honestly haha.
Thanks for taking the time to reply !
I've got my bike licence test here in the UK in a couple of weeks. And I've had my eye on this bike for a bit of time. I'm pretty set on one. Went to see one last weekend, and it felt great to sit on. It also has an original aftermarket Honda seat, which is an alacantra material, so that should help with that con.
I feel all the people who say you shouldn't get a 1000cc bike for the first bike are mostly in America. Here we have numerous tests and training that you have to do in order to legally ride a motorbike. All of which makes you competent to ride any size bike.
Thanks for the review, as there's not too much out there about these bikes.
Thanks for checking out the video on the CB1000R :).
In the UK I thought there were a number of different CC licenses you had to step through before you could ride 1000cc machines on the road? Have you ridden bikes before?
@PastorMattMoto that's correct, up until a certain age. I'm old so I can do tests to allow me to ride any size bike.
@GT.Bugger , just curious, did you get the CB1000R. I passed my test nearly 2yrs ago and the CB1000R is my 1st bike . It's been great.
@stewartpaton6399 yes, well I got the CB1000RA3FE to be precise lol. Love the bike it's great.
@@GT.Bugger they're great fun. I've got a 2015 , put 11000 miles on mine since Feb 2023 and its never let me down . Best thing I ever did. Enjoy your riding.
Just picked my 2015 one in red with only 2k miles today fantastic bike would definitely recommend everyone to try one.
Wow that is an incredibly low mileage example!! Congrats!
This is how I see this bike. Just ass quick as the Mt 09 with a bit more top end. cheaper with Honda reliability, Then THE sound this bike can make with the right pipe.. Sweet!
The CB1000R's are pretty cheap on the used market comparatively! They are so different from the MT09 though, especially the early years of the MT09. The CB1000R has a much smoother throttle response, and more composed suspension I would say.
@@PastorMattMoto NOT So different in the 1/4 mile. 2015 FZ09 vs 2015 CB 1000 R.. Riders race
did a test ride on a 2024 and a 2023 last year. That motor is a beast... Had even more punch than my MT09 and of course more punch than a Z900.
Wow the Z900 is a pretty punchy machine too! I'll have to try the newer generation CB1000R this coming season :)
I test rode the z900rs on the channel here as well.
Thanks from Scotland. Thinking that the corner confidence could be the tyres but also the rear shock. I would consider replacing the stock shock. I use the Michelin Road 6 on my CBR1100 Blackbird, love them.
Thanks for checking out the CB1000R video! I agree on those tires, the Road 6's have become my favorite tire this past year as well :). I have a set on my R Nine T at the moment, absolutely great on the road!
Getting a higher end rear shock for the CB1000R would probably help, like you said. If I had it setup professionally, it might feel more locked in as well.
@@PastorMattMoto Hi Matt, I would just add to my previous comment. My Blackbird has an upgraded shock, a Maxton shock, not sure if they are available in the US, as they are a British make but for a big and heavy lump that the CBR is, it handles pretty well. Good luck and safe riding sir. I liked your video very much. Am considering a CB1000R so it's interesting to see normal peoples opinion. When I say normal, I mean, not the main reviewers who are actually taking bikes to their limits. I don't do track days, but I do enjoy a good ride through the hills and glens of Scotland. You can't beat it (When it's not raining). 😊
The cornering issue is related to the exotic single sided swing arm, and rear shock combo. It still have on latest models. They are coming out with a Hornet 1000 . more pedestrian . surprised this has hydraulic clutch. current models are cable. This looks to have great build quality. Current models are so so
That's good to know! I've actually been interested in the current model, but if the handling is the same, I would definitely want to try different tires on it, or maybe upgrade the rear shock.
A new Hornet sounds really interesting, I'll have to check that out!
I plan on buying this bike and add a suitcase with backrest for the passenger. I think that will make it better.
Thankyou for the great review
That would be a nice addition if you taking a passenger on the regular. I didn't know a backrest was possible on the cb1000r, is that something you are making yourself?
Nice video.
I'm loving my 2022 cb1000r!
Nice! I would like to try out the new generation as well!
Not the best review for the bike I've seen, I own it (2010 model) for couple of years now. First of all the brakes - kinda similar to sv650, meaning pretty bad, except I don't expect that on 1000ccc bike. Watching the review and seeing the way you ride I understand why you find them (brakes) good. Brakes are good for slowing down but terrible for stopping.
I ride it on pirelli supercorsas bsb and it improved braking, even without them bike is pretty capable to corner in rider dragging a knee style.
Handling is good and cozy to ride it, but in my case after 250km its tiring.
One thing you said is true, not the best experience for the passenger, on the other hand, not many bikes are, especially if we are talking about naked bikes. NAKED bikes, not sport bike because this is not the one. Even though it shares the power plant with Fireblade its seriously crippled in terms of power. Its not even a hyper naked, its just a 1000ccc naked bike.
Speaking about 1000ccc naked bike with 125bhp, fuel consumption is terrible. Of course it depends on riding style, but impossible to go les then 7L/100km if you are ultra smooth.
With all "pros" and "cons" its great looking bike, quite different and unique looking. If you expect a lot of it, you should buy hyper naked like yamaha mt10 or something similar.
I can agree that its one of the prettiest bikes for the money in its segment.
Did a test ride and felt so at home. Felt just like my 90s Honda cb500. Except double cc, cylinders, horsepower, etc... The abs wasn't as good as the cbr600 rr , you could feel it pumping. Still very good but just not quite as good as the cbr
This older version of the CB1000R doesn't have ABS yet, so I didn't run into the ABS issue thankfully. The brakes were pretty good, not a ton of bite at the top of the lever like a modern brembo setup, but they are definitely plenty to get yourself hauled down from speed :)
@@PastorMattMoto wasn't even an issue, they were strong and easy to use but I did a hard full stop from 70kmh or so just to see and on the last couple meters I could feel there is abs, couldn't with the CBR. I doubt I'd notice anywhere but in an emergency situation. I assume it might make a meter or 2 difference which I'd then hope won't matter
I have one ,same year 2011 ,Same color.
I think these are really good looking, quality machines!
Dude, next vid ride harder and shorter vid.
Thanks for checking out the channel, and for the feedback :).
I left this video long since it's a long term ride review, and I don't have many of those on the channel, most of my other vids are much shorter though.
I do have a harder riding video coming out soon as well, I hit Wildcat mountain yesterday on my Street Triple RS, what an absolute blast that was!!
This bike is 13 years old, why are you reviewing it 😂
@ukrainewarroom8410 Hi, thanks for checking out the vid! I review both old and new bikes on the channel. I just picked up a new BMW R Nine T that will be on the channel soon.
I review used and classic bikes because when people are looking on the used market, its nice to have something current to watch, that compares the older machines to what you can get on the market today. I watch a lot of reviews on older bikes as well, MCN does some great work in that area too.
i had this cb1000r for 5 years and actually the best motorcycle ever had! miss it someday i will buy it back ❤
Cb 1000r vs street triple 675r which one do you think is better?
Hmm that is a good question. I can't speak directly to the 675, because it's been so long since I've ridden one, so I'll have to go off of memory. I currently own a 765RS though.
I think right now I would take either Triumph over the CB1000R for the type of riding that I do. The CB is going to have more total power for sure, but lately I've really been into light and highly maneuverable machine. After having a bunch of high powered machines like the hayabusa and the zx14, I've been enjoying the lightness of supermotos and the street triple.
....that's not to say I'll never buy a Hayabusa again though!!
If I was going to get another hyper naked I think it would be the MT10, I had one for a short period of time (it's on the channel here too) and that thing was totally ridiculous!
@@PastorMattMoto Thank you for your reply.
I'm looking for a light motorcycle.
It's true that I don't have a catalytic converter in my Honda. I installed a full bore and tuned it on the dyno.
But I miss the ease of driving and I like to rev the engine at high speeds. Honda doesn't have this.
I thought he would change the entire suspension, but does it make sense?
street triple 675r weighs only 182kg and this convinces me very much. Street triple 765rs is unfortunately too expensive for my budget.