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2026 Honda CB1000F Revealed With 123hp & Proper Old-School Looks
Honda has taken the wraps off the CB1000F Neo-Retro, a production version of the concept showcased earlier this year. Based on the CB1000 Hornet's platform, the motorcycle blends vintage styling with modern hardware to create a more classic silhouette in Honda's litre-class lineup.
Unlike the sharp and muscular Hornet, the CB1000F carries softer, flowing lines. The round LED headlamp, brushed metal panels, upswept exhaust and flat single-piece seat all channel Honda's older CB designs. The subframe is new, giving it a slightly relaxed riding stance compared to the Hornet's streetfighter ergonomics.
Honda continues to use a steel backbone frame, but the suspension hardware is premium. Up front sits a 41mm Showa SFF-BP inverted fork, while the rear gets a fully adjustable Showa monoshock. Braking comes from twin 310mm discs with four-piston Nissin calipers at the front and a 240mm disc at the rear.
The CB1000F also brings a healthy dose of tech. A 5-inch full-colour TFT display supports smartphone pairing through Honda RoadSync, offering turn-by-turn navigation and music control. The motorcycle features keyless ignition, all-LED lighting and a six-axis IMU that manages cornering ABS, traction control and riding modes.
Powering the bike is a familiar 999cc inline-four, derived from the 2017-2019 CBR1000RR Fireblade. Honda says the motor has been reworked to deliver smoother mid-range performance, now rated at 123hp and 103Nm.
The gearbox ratios on the CB1000F are different too - the first two gears are shorter than normal for quicker acceleration off the line. The upper ratios are taller for cruising on the motorways.
The CB1000F measures the same in wheelbase as the Hornet, but the seat height drops slightly to 795mm, making it more accessible. Fuel capacity is 16 litres, and kerb weight stands at 214kg - a touch heavier than the Hornet. Tyres are 120/70-ZR17 at the front and 180/55-ZR17 at the rear, both supplied by Dunlop.
Three preset riding modes - Sport, Standard and Rain - are joined by two user-defined settings. Riders can fine-tune power delivery, traction control and engine braking. Dual-channel ABS comes standard, and a bi-directional quickshifter is available as an accessory.
The Honda CB1000F Neo-Retro is currently on sale in Japan, priced at around 1.4 million yen (approximately ₹7.5 lakh before taxes). Honda has confirmed European availability but remains silent on an India launch timeline. With its mix of timeless styling and modern electronics, the CB1000F looks set to appeal to riders who want a retro look without giving up everyday usability.
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