I bought my 2003 919 21 years ago. Never a problem & She still looks great & still haul’s ass.You’ll always meet nicer people on a Honda.Especially on a Hornet
That is impressive ima buy the one I’ve been debating choosing a gsxr 750 over i think it is the all around better choice for city highway and just daily driving for everything
Hi, I also have a Hornet 900 (in Italy it's called that), how do you solve the smell of exhaust fumes that reaches your back? Especially on the back of a potential passenger? On mine I noticed great improvements by adding a small windshield but the problem remains.
@@NicksCarHistory , yeah, i mean i think by definition anything with touring would have some factory wind protection/ luggage capability of some sort, even if its quite small, on both counts. Bike is cool / classic Honda. One thing you might keep in mind, if correct, the cams in that bike are supposedly Cast metal, not forged. So , a lot of high rpm runs, could be a little dicier than you want. Now, have i ever heard of one coming apart ? No i have not. Regardless, change your oil much more often than Honda recommends, imho. Stay safe :)
We had a courier that delivered parcels to us on one of these , he had done 250000km with just oil and filter changes and tappets adjusted. Have fun trying to ride it till it dies , it might out live you.
400lbs? No. It’s 485lbs wet weight stock. Which is actually heavy for a naked bike under 1000cc. I was able to drop the weight of mine by 35lbs by replacing the exhaust, battery, and a few other items. Also not a sport touring bike at all.
I bought a red 06 back in 2010 and still have it. I've riden from Montana to Florida and back then to California and back. Lived in Montana, Arizona and Georgia in that time haven riden all over these and surrounding states over the last 14 years and she still runs like a champ. Best bike I ever owned and the only one I'll never sell. This bike checks all the boxes! I bought a complete set of Givi bags for the touring rides. Tons of pictures throughout the years on my many trips. Only complaint was the seat being made of stone. Not for long rides. I've done 6 oil changes, been through 4 sets of tires and 2 chains. Had to replace the tank and fuel pump due to rust last year. Until that point I'd never had an issue. But worth the investment as I know it will give me another 14 years at least. Don't sell your Honda 919's. Everyone I ever talked to or read about doing missed it more than any bikes they ever owned. Definitely one of the best reviewed bikes ever!.
@@brb653 Mine stinks like hell. Low pressure zone behind the rider, aero effect. Search for "919 stink". There are some threads about fixes, but I doubt any of them are 100%, unless you get a 1000rr exhaust conversion.
Yea I think both the 919 and 599 are known for this for some reason, not sure what it is... I'm guessing just the aerodynamics of the bike causes exhaust to come forwards??
@@mustafasaricoban179 oh i know, but im staying away from motorcycoes for a bit, i got 2 kids under 2 and i have to many close calls here in san antonio due to crappy driver
@@cnw-jd9tt Ohh god bless little ones 💞 You're right, maybe looking for a new bike in the future can be better.. but it should be a hornet :)) wish you the best!
I did exactly same mods with blinkers, led front bulb and recently switched the mirrors for a more modern look. Check them as “kemimoto universal motorcycle mirros”. By the way do you have a miata as well? Cheers
if you don´t know when your coolant where changed, i recommend that you do that. almost every manufacture says replacing it every two years. it isn´t always about freezing point or if you have temp problems.it is also about the rust protection and lurbicated your engine
"This bike is fun every day I ride it."- my thoughts exactly....I've had my 919 for around 5 years now....got it for a stupid low price- best value bike I've ever owned. Mine has a ton of mods as well....
@@maroshek19 I've ridden a SV650, it's a nice bike....just not as exciting. That being said, I loved the V-strom 650....in many ways it's a better street/touring bike.
@@nickb3968 sitting here after second foot surgery... hmm i think sv650 can be fun on twisty roads in TN where I wanna relocate... I suffered really shitty injury last September, 100k in medical bills, good thing i have insurance...
@@nickb3968 I have been recovering for 5 months after stupid crash at the dragon. 2 foot surgeries, 100k in medical bills, insurance is paying... I think I will be ok with smaller bike in TN where I wanna live...
@@maroshek19 I understand. If you're moving out of the "sporty" phase, I'd definitely recommend a test ride on a V-Strom 650- it's a super underrated bike.
I bought mine for 3500$ in 2017. 15000 miles on it... Last fall I crashed, we spent 7 nice seasons, 80000 miles on it, never broke down. Best bike I have ever had...
I bought my 2003 919 21 years ago. Never a problem & She still looks great & still haul’s ass.You’ll always meet nicer people on a Honda.Especially on a Hornet
140000 km on my 919, still start up everyday like day one from the factory
That is impressive ima buy the one I’ve been debating choosing a gsxr 750 over i think it is the all around better choice for city highway and just daily driving for everything
I bought a 2006 model of it, still using and very satisfying in every way... Perfect bike this is...
Factory springs are too soft...
Hi, I also have a Hornet 900 (in Italy it's called that), how do you solve the smell of exhaust fumes that reaches your back? Especially on the back of a potential passenger? On mine I noticed great improvements by adding a small windshield but the problem remains.
Sport touring ? I believe its a Naked / sport category.
That makes more sense! It's a little too small for sport touring huh
@@NicksCarHistory , yeah, i mean i think by definition anything with touring would have some factory wind protection/ luggage capability of some sort, even if its quite small, on both counts. Bike is cool / classic Honda. One thing you might keep in mind, if correct, the cams in that bike are supposedly Cast metal, not forged. So , a lot of high rpm runs, could be a little dicier than you want. Now, have i ever heard of one coming apart ? No i have not. Regardless, change your oil much more often than Honda recommends, imho. Stay safe :)
I had one for a bit under 3 years. One year alone I put on 45,000 miles. They're tanks! I'm looking at a 2007. I'm excited to reunite with the Hornet.
We had a courier that delivered parcels to us on one of these , he had done 250000km with just oil and filter changes and tappets adjusted. Have fun trying to ride it till it dies , it might out live you.
400lbs? No. It’s 485lbs wet weight stock. Which is actually heavy for a naked bike under 1000cc. I was able to drop the weight of mine by 35lbs by replacing the exhaust, battery, and a few other items.
Also not a sport touring bike at all.
Yea even with a windscreen it’s not much for touring. Still great all around.
Just a naked sport bike
6'4" 200lbs????? im 5"8" and im 220lbs. i hate it that i have to wear XXL motorcycle jackets
I bought a red 06 back in 2010 and still have it. I've riden from Montana to Florida and back then to California and back. Lived in Montana, Arizona and Georgia in that time haven riden all over these and surrounding states over the last 14 years and she still runs like a champ. Best bike I ever owned and the only one I'll never sell. This bike checks all the boxes! I bought a complete set of Givi bags for the touring rides. Tons of pictures throughout the years on my many trips. Only complaint was the seat being made of stone. Not for long rides. I've done 6 oil changes, been through 4 sets of tires and 2 chains. Had to replace the tank and fuel pump due to rust last year. Until that point I'd never had an issue. But worth the investment as I know it will give me another 14 years at least. Don't sell your Honda 919's. Everyone I ever talked to or read about doing missed it more than any bikes they ever owned. Definitely one of the best reviewed bikes ever!.
Does it have the legendary 919 "stink" to it? Exhaust odor on clothing etc?
Is that a thing for these? I have the CB 600 (599) Hornet and my clothes do smell after riding. Thought maybe it needs the carbs cleaned.
@@brb653 Mine stinks like hell. Low pressure zone behind the rider, aero effect. Search for "919 stink". There are some threads about fixes, but I doubt any of them are 100%, unless you get a 1000rr exhaust conversion.
Yea I think both the 919 and 599 are known for this for some reason, not sure what it is... I'm guessing just the aerodynamics of the bike causes exhaust to come forwards??
Found a nice one for 4800. Only 3k miles. May buy it monday
I hope you bought it.. You won't regret it..
@@mustafasaricoban179 ended up buying a 2013 volkswagen jetta tdi manual instead lol
@@cnw-jd9tt if you have enough budget and if you find a nice hornet919 , don't miss it.. It's a different level..
@@mustafasaricoban179 oh i know, but im staying away from motorcycoes for a bit, i got 2 kids under 2 and i have to many close calls here in san antonio due to crappy driver
@@cnw-jd9tt Ohh god bless little ones 💞 You're right, maybe looking for a new bike in the future can be better.. but it should be a hornet :)) wish you the best!
I have the flat black 02. Dual delkvic slip on, dropped a gear in the front and put Dunlop q3+ on it. It boogies! 😂 fun ride
I did exactly same mods with blinkers, led front bulb and recently switched the mirrors for a more modern look. Check them as “kemimoto universal motorcycle mirros”. By the way do you have a miata as well? Cheers
Used to have a miata. I'm an MR2 spyder guy now
Thank you man....my next bike
Awesome detail and info, Thanks Nick, enjoyed it👊
Great vid. Could you tell me which LED headlight you got and any issues fitting it? Cheers
I just got a LED bulb, not the whole headlight!
Spot on. Love my cb919.
Aprilia mirrors look and function well.
if you don´t know when your coolant where changed, i recommend that you do that. almost every manufacture says replacing it every two years. it isn´t always about freezing point or if you have temp problems.it is also about the rust protection and lurbicated your engine
This is not a sport-touring motorcycle.
What brand blinkers are those exactly I want to get them for mine
"This bike is fun every day I ride it."- my thoughts exactly....I've had my 919 for around 5 years now....got it for a stupid low price- best value bike I've ever owned. Mine has a ton of mods as well....
The best cheap bike. I wanna try suzuki sv650, but if i dont like it i go straight back to hornet LOL
@@maroshek19 I've ridden a SV650, it's a nice bike....just not as exciting. That being said, I loved the V-strom 650....in many ways it's a better street/touring bike.
@@nickb3968 sitting here after second foot surgery... hmm i think sv650 can be fun on twisty roads in TN where I wanna relocate... I suffered really shitty injury last September, 100k in medical bills, good thing i have insurance...
@@nickb3968 I have been recovering for 5 months after stupid crash at the dragon. 2 foot surgeries, 100k in medical bills, insurance is paying... I think I will be ok with smaller bike in TN where I wanna live...
@@maroshek19 I understand. If you're moving out of the "sporty" phase, I'd definitely recommend a test ride on a V-Strom 650- it's a super underrated bike.
I love mine great all around motorcycle mine is definitely modded light weight socket and chain 4 into 1 exhaust with a power commander
I bought mine for 3500$ in 2017. 15000 miles on it... Last fall I crashed, we spent 7 nice seasons, 80000 miles on it, never broke down. Best bike I have ever had...
May I know where did you get the turn signals from? Are they led or standard bulb?
I could really use some help if you are mechanically inclined,