Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the CB750 Hornet and the CB1000 Hornet SP. Bookings for both motorcycles are now open and their deliveries are set to commence from June 2025 onwards.
The CB750 Hornet will be available across all BigWing Topline and BigWing dealerships while the CB1000 Hornet SP will be sold exclusively through BigWing Topline dealerships in India.
The All-New Honda CB750 Hornet has been priced at ₹8,59,500 and the CB1000 Hornet SP has been priced at ₹12,35,900, ex-showroom Gurugram.
Under the styling concept of ‘Aggressive X Pure’, both the CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP flaunt a muscular streetfighter design with sharp bodywork, and aggressive tank shrouds. They also get an all-LED lighting system with a striking headlamp that enhances their commanding road presence. The CB750 Hornet will be available in two bold colour schemes – Matte Pearl Glare White and Matte Ballistic Black Metallic. The flagship naked streetfighter, CB1000 Hornet SP, will be available in a single Matte Ballistic Black Metallic shade and its strength is given a special touch with the addition of gold accents.
The CB750 Hornet comes equipped with a SHOWA SFF-BPTM inverted fork at the front and a mono-shock damper with a Pro-Link swingarm at the rear for high-quality ride comfort in speed ranges on a variety of roads. The CB1000 Hornet SP features a SHOWA SFF-BP inverted fork at the front and a new ÖHLINS TTX36 at the rear for high-speed operability.
Braking duties are managed by dual front disc brakes with 310mm Brembo radial-mount calipers for the CB1000 Hornet SP and at the rear it gets a 240mm disc. The CB750 Hornet gets 296mm dual front disc brakes and a 240mm disc at the rear. Both models feature dual-channel ABS for additional safety. These naked streetfighters boast a 5.0-inch full-colour TFT display with Honda’s RoadSync app connectivity that allows seamless smartphone connectivity for navigation, call alerts, and music control via Bluetooth. They also get a new illuminated multi-functional switch on the handlebar’s left side, which facilitates operations intuitively such as adjusting multiple settings.
Powering the Honda CB750 Hornet is a newly developed inline 2-cylinder, 755cc, 4 Stroke, 8 valves, liquid-cooled engine with a 270-degree crank. This motor churns out 67.5 kW of power at 9,500 RPM and 75 Nm of peak torque at 7,250 RPM. The flagship CB1000 Hornet SP is powered by a 999cc, liquid-cooled, 4 Stroke, 16 valves, Inline Four DOHC engine that puts out a whopping 115.6 kW of power at 11,000 RPM and 107 Nm of torque at 9,000 RPM. They come mated to a 6-speed gearbox and get an assist & slipper clutch as well.
The CB750 Hornet gets four riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain, and User. The flagship CB1000 Hornet SP gets five riding modes. While Sport, Standard, and Rain modes remain the same for both models, it gets two rider customizable User modes which allows the riders to customize it as per their preference. Additional rider aids include Honda Selectable Torque control which can be adjusted at three different levels to suit to rider’s preference, and an emergency stop signal, making every ride safe. The CB1000 Hornet SP also features a bi-directional quick-shifter as standard.
Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “The Indian premium motorcycle segment has shown tremendous growth over the years, especially among young and passionate riders looking for performance with style. With the launch of the CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP, we aim to further strengthen our presence in the fun biking space. These motorcycles are a true representation of Honda’s legacy of engineering excellence, aggressive design, and thrilling performance. We are confident these Hornets will strike a chord with riders who seek a dynamic and sporty riding experience.”
Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “Hornet has always held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, and with the introduction of the CB750 and CB1000 Hornet SP, we are taking that legacy to the next level. These motorcycles combine cutting-edge technology, iconic design, and a commanding road presence, making them a compelling choice in their respective segments. The growing appetite for performance motorcycles in India excites us, and we believe these Hornets will resonate with every thrill-seeker out there. We look forward to a great response from the biking community.”
