2021 Honda CB1000R Black Edition | First Ride Review
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- 2021 Honda CB1000R Black Edition | First Ride Review
For 2021 Honda have revamped their flagship neo sport cafe roadster, the CB1000R. It has a host of aesthetic and functional changes as well as introducing a blacked out edition. Join me as I take the new Honda CB1000R Black Edition for the First Ride Review!
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CB1000R or Z900RS? Which is your pick?
Im order one!!! Love it
One of the most beautiful motorcycles I've ever seen.
agreed, except for the huge exhaust :/
@@SwainixFPV that will be replaced anyway 😁
@@OBTHT would most certainly cost the price of the bike I want to buy right now ( suzuki gs500) but would be a shame to leave this one on lol
Wonder if Scorpion does a nice small carbon muffler and cat delete for it -that would tidy it up nicely.
Not with the license plate hanging off the swingarm like a ballsack! Worst styling trend in motorbike history!!!
I have a 2019 CB1000R. I always ride In standard mode. Just did a 1000 mile touring drive across California. Fantastic bike to ride for miles!
I would never change the wonderful sound of a Honda 4 cylinder motorcycle.
I like the sound as wel
I'm not touching the exhaust. It screams if you ride it in the right revs. Looks great also. No need to spend the extra money.
I have the previous gen. You are spot on with all your comments. The back suspension is a bit too soft but it can be adjusted which takes out some of that bounce. Almost 3 years in and the bike has been perfect. Its a wonderful thing!
It's a Honda what do u expect
So if I weight about 134lbs the sus is perfect.
happy about the powerband? not to aggresive?
@@thibo764 it has a flat spot between 4k-6k rpm but then it goes pretty hard. For me it was a bit too full on. I’ve since sold it and got something slower.
@@hsv215i thx for your response, sad to hear you sold it. i'm stil needing to test ride the mt09. just did the cb650R. was wondering how the cb1000R would ride. wat have u bought instead?
Enjoyed the review. Had mine delivered last week. Very impressed with it. Regarding the rear suspension (for anyone thinking about getting one) there is a C spanner in the toolkit to easily adjust the rear spring preload, it has ten settings and is delivered on number two, also rear rebound adjustment (which actually works and is super easy to do), so it’s a 2 min job to dial out any ‘bounciness’. Suspension is taut yet plush IMO. Perfect for our crappy UK roads. Lovely.
Greatest country in the world... crappy roads
@wolfpackpete6408 were are not even close to the best country in the world 😂 almost every European country is better rn
I went into the dealer today to buy the 650r cash because everyone is out of bikes. He told me he just got notice of a 1000r shipping on the 28th. Yes I put 500 to hold that one. Yayyyyy this is a phenomenal bike
Smart move
How much will the insurance go up by?
@@leogrolla I have to check on monday. Mine goes up by CC and not by R or RR category. so not sure yet.
Congrats!
This bike looks amazing from every angle!. One of the most astounding motorcycles of 2021.
I agree this is a nice looking bike for sure !
I disagree. It is one of the best looking bikes EVER! Not just 2021.
I own one. Sexy bitch that will also carve up the mtn roads as well as anything else. Loving it. Money well spent.
I ride a 2007 CBR 1000RR. Same engine but with the "full" 172HP.
As I'm getting older, this CB1000R is looking more and more desirable...
That's why you should go for.... Especially if you really love your CBR
how old is 'older'
I'm 40 just sold my CBR1000 going for the CB. I had my fun with the sportbikes time to try something different.
@Aron Brookes I appreciate the reply how's the wind fatigue
I just test rode this bike and I literally can't stop thinking about it!!!
Mine ships in 10 days. After 13,000km on the CB650R, I'm moving up to this one.
Hello how have you found the difference between the two bikes
How would you compare rain mode on the cb1000r with the cb650r?
I love the shifter. It's so quick and smooth.
The intros keep getting better
@Last name First name I'm going to use loads more just for you.
It is such a beautiful bike. I was just too scared of the power and took the CB650R. I love the radiator pipes in black. "Get on your side you f..[...] yeah the suspension". Ride safe and nice enjoy the weekend Dan!
Haha, that dude ruined my flow! I called him a full-time silly person. Honest guv. Yeah she gets fast realy quick. The 650's can be more fun for legal stuff. Cheers!
Dan. I’d like to add, your video with the full exhaust cb1000r is the reason i got a 2019 and put a full exhaust on it- totally sold me
Thanks mate. Damn that bike was loud!
@@Englishbikerdan i went with the SC project S1 titanium- includes a removable baffle (i keep mine in, but i drilled the hole at the end to 10mm so it’s a bit louder than fully baffled)
@@Englishbikerdan it’s definitely too loud without the baffle, agreed
@@coyotebuttons Very nice! 👌
Amazing stuff! The video quality is going up and up don't you ever stop Mr Dan top notch stuff
Same ol' screams of happiness like on previous CB1000R Limited Edition with Akrapovic, I remember very well. Honda CB is in heart. Great video! :D
Intro was amazing! Like the music too! 😁😁
Great, beautiful motorcycle! I am a huge Aprilia fan, but Honda has done outstanding job in all pests here! Fantastic bike!
Great review Dan, thanks. Your reviews really work for those of us who like a bike to be able to do a bit of everything, and give a thrill when you want it to. Real world review, good stuff. 👍👌
Cheers Ross, I am but a normal biker just riding the bikes and that's how I try to present my vids. I had to cut all the wheelie footage mind you but this bike is a bit naughty!
@@Englishbikerdan. I thought I might like a Cb1000r, I rode the previous one, which I liked, but the newer one seemed less raw. That was between going from a BMW r1200r to a ktm 790 duke, I like twins and fours don't always do it for me somehow.
This bike will live forever. Some people dont see it like we do. Great bike Honda and Awesome review brother.
Thanks my friend!
Ordered mine last week. Will get it in 2 weeks. Can’t wait to ride it. Awesome review! Really hope the Honda app will get an iOS version soon. Would love to use the smartphone connectivity feature.
Nice, congrats on the purchase. Yes I think a bit of an oversight to not have Apple support.
Was going to buy this bike 2 months ago but couldn't get one until late may..
So not wanting to wait, I bought the 2021 CB650R instead. I couldn't be happier about my choice or how it worked out. Would make the same decision again even if I was able to get the 1000. The 2021 CB650R is a nearly perfect bike, and more than exceptional for my riding environment, which is a mix of everything road oriented.
9:38 I watched this part twice, encapsulate perfectly your advice of we having fun!! Great review!!
Thanks Juan!
I've been dreaming of this bike since it was launched way back 2000..(I'm pretty not sure the year)😆..but this is one of the best design Honda cb that made so far .the TFT mode, traction controls,new headlight design and the whole bike to be considered...I'm a big fan of Suzuki .(the bandit particularly).but since I saw this bike ,it was constantly change .🤣..
09:39 starts accelerating hits 61mph immediately pans camera to himself to avoid trouble ahahah! Love it!
Ah man what a machine! Love the black look. I am so glad to see a proper TFT on a Honda apart from the FireBlade. I would love to see that screen on the 650 class. Great review as usual Dan. Looked like you had done good fun. Have a good weekend 👍🏻
Cheers mate. I'm thinking TFT and riding modes for the next iteration of 650 in 2023.
@@Englishbikerdan that would be amazing if they could incorporate the tft on them. We will wait and see. Seems a long time away. I don’t know why but I carnt Bladdy decide on a CB or CBR 650! I don’t it it’s because Iam getting older and nakeds seem to be a bit more up my street or what but it’s going to be one of them ha ha
Goodwork Dan. The CB1000 is probably my favourite naked (non human I mean) In fact a friend of mine "wink" took the older gen for a blast and made a video opened it up and he was doing a 100MPH in second gear. Those bikes fly - love em! too quick for me TBH , Driving at speed is addictive on those bikes. Cheers
Definitely mate, silly power really and to think people slate this bike for being 'underpowered'! 😂
I want this bike, any year. I used to ride vintage bikes triumph, Norton ect. And haven't been on a modern bike in years. I'm 63 over 6 foot and 200 pounds so I can handle a liter bike. And I trust the honda brand. So thank u for the video.
Great review Dan! Intro was superb 👌
Cheers matey. The SMCR is looking splendid 👌
God the whole new CB range looks so damn good, I have a cb300r but man the 650 looks enticing
Buy it you won’t regret it 👍
I think this is one of the nicest looking roadsters on the market, shame about the black which is the most difficult colour to keep clean & shows up any marks but hides all the beautiful design detail. I tried one when they first came out but was a little underwhelmed by the performance but I do have the 1290 Superduke & currently have the V3 1290 which I absolutely love. Agree about the blipper/quickshifter....really like a hot knife through butter. Could still fancy one if I ever changed from my 5th 1290 though.
If you were underwhelmed by the performance - then you have probably been on a few tracks, and have the balls to ride "properly" (or improperly lol). I have a Rocket 3 which scares me unless I am in a straight line. This one scared me for the confidence that I felt (which made me ride it too fast). My definition of "too fast" would encourage micky-taking lol 😆. I'm getting one though... A Superduke would be wasted on me (most people too)...
That is an amazing bike. The only thing I don't like is the display. I'd rather have some needles. I'm pretty young, and I am pretty tech savvy, but I just prefer the classic gauges.
I agree. Even the old dash was pretty cool; all should've done was maybe up the brightness, but it was a cool looking display.
"All Black" of this bike looks perfect with new specifications 2gether with quickshifter.... nice bro... #HondaForLife👍😎🏍
Had a go on my mates CB1000. Great engine lots of punch. I have no idea why he didn’t go with the quick shifter and heated grips. Those bits should really come as standard
Quick shifter is a gimmick. Very very easy to shift without clutch
Heated grips would be cool though
11/10 intro! More like this please and thank you
I enjoy watching all the reviews!! Thanks for the work :D
Tried one of these last saturday. Now i’m really considering trading my vfr800f for one of those back beauties.😍
Woah. 3 seconds in the video and the music gives wonders to my ears and gives justice to what's coming next - an awesome AWESOME motorbike !
OK, i gotta go back those 3 secs and listen again..... WHOOOOOOOH haha. Awesome editting Dan ! ( also which song is this haha ? )
for those of y'all wondering like me about the awesomest intro ( god bless Dan ! ) and the song, its called " ASR10 by Pro Reese "
wow what the hell is that intro, amazing!
Cracking bike that ;) All black definitely looks the best in my opinion.
Fantastic intro sequence! Props for the editing
Glad you liked it!
Top notch quality of video and review! Excellent work Dan! Btw, greetings from Croatia. :)
Thank you! 😊
Excellent video Dan. Keep up the good work. Great bike and a very good commentary.
I've got the 2020 model and actually bought it with your previous review in mind. Recently test drove the 2021 Black Edition and found that the same issues are still apparent. Snatchy throttle response in Sport (no roll on at all), 4.5k to 7.5k RPM the bike has a massive flat spot (bad fuelling because of Euro emissions?) and stock suspension on the rear is terrible. The new tyres on the 2021 model are excellent Michelin Power 5's I think? I swapped my Bridgestone S22's for them after test riding the 2021! I imagine if you had a full exhaust system fitted with a proper remap, this bike would be unreal. I've heard a remap with full system can achieve a 20whp gain between 4.5k to 7.5k RPM (10whp throughout the range), which is literally a night and day difference. Maybe change the rear spring for a Nitron R2 as well and you're suddenly competing with the 'hyper-naked' bikes. That Fireblade engine has so much to offer that it's a shame Honda didn't go big with it the first time around. It may sound like I'm bashing the Honda, I'm not. I love my CB1000R and there's no chance I'll be swapping it any time soon. The build quality is second to none and it's without a doubt the best looking naked out there.
Yeah Power 5's on this. It's a fantastic bike which with a few tweaks could actually begin to rival the bigger boys.
Sorry Mike. Got to challenge this, I have a 2022 Black (UK) and it goes like stink, no flat spot or anything remotely like you suggest. Pick up is superb and yes it’s very direct in Sport mode but not at all snatchy. Fueling is really excellent in fact the best I have ridden for a long time.
@@jfro5867 since this post I've had a full SC Project titanium system put on and had a full remap by Jordan Bikes in Leeds. The technician in there also agreed with the flat spots I highlighted in this post above and the throttle being snatchy when rolling from off to on and back again due to fuelling issues. I can wholeheartedly stand by my post above as I've now got the bike I was looking for from factory. No snatchy throttle (due to throttle staying open when throttle is completely off now), no flat spot between 4.5-7.5k RPM either. I've road the Euro 4 and Euro 5 versions of the CB1000R and they ride exactly the same. If you live by Manchester or in the NW by all means meet up with me and I'll let you test ride mine and you'll notice the difference is night and day. More than happy for you to experience the difference, it'll end up you going back on yours immediately noticing the points I raised above! 😀
@@mikemorris1465 ok Mike well all I can say is I don’t feel/notice it. The Euro 5 bikes can’t be tuned can they? Is yours the Euro 4? As long as you are now happy then that’s all that matters really.
@@jfro5867 Hey 👋 all bikes can be tuned and it's currently still completely legal to de-cat a motorbike in the UK which is what I had done with the full titanium system. You can take a standard bike to a tuners like the one in Leeds and they'll remove certain limitations from factory on the bike, remap the fuelling (which is aimed at being emissions friendly from factory) and change loads of parameters for it to ride and feel better. Think that'll come in around £150 if you're going in with a standard bike. I ended up paying £450ish for half a day on the dyno for them to remap across the whole rev range. Worth it regardless of your setup 👌
The looks of the bike is a winner outstanding.
That bike would be a lovely daily ,good mpgs ,riding position,good price ,reliable and if you twist the throttle you'll not be wishing for more
This bike is everything I wanted in my 2002 Honda 919 (Hornet 900).
Nice vid mate! 👍
Cheers dude! Looking forward to your next masterpiece. 👍
I think I would like it more with a circle headlight but that's just me.
I think I prefer the original headlight.
Wish they'd do more colours in the black edition....
Those are the two issues I have and that Honda still hasn't learned how to tuck the headers in.
brilliant gas tank designed & love the low muffler sound not like the loud noise ipe...just bloody brilliant from honda!
This bike has really caught my eye. Great review thanks
My pleasure!
@@Englishbikerdan picked mine up Friday. Loving it 😍
@@yorkshiremonster1200 I got mine two weeks ago too, I love it more every time I ride it!
Damn that's a beautiful bike!!! I think they should have blacked out the Quick Shifter/Blipper as well to stay on task!!!
I like the smoothness of "rainmode" as well.
I am not into sport bikes, but this one is really beautiful.
I wish I could ride this bike one day ...... One of my favourite
Honda are really nailing the looks and performance of their bikes right now, I love it! I'd hate to go into my local dealer as there is just too many awesome bikes to choose from, I wouldn't know where to start!
Really? The CB thou is the only Honda I’d want to open the garage door to. The CBR650 ain’t fugly but not my kind of bike.
So many pretty Honda's. Although of course, that's subjective.
Great review Dan I just bought the Black Edition and your right about the indicators switch wrong place. The only change I will do is replace the fly screen for a Puig fly screen.
Love it, just can't afford it yet. Going for the Hornet, my long love story
Cheers from across the pond! Great video. I think I'm probably the only person who likes the back wheel-hugger plate holder deal, idk why. I wish it were a little nicer on this bike and not a plasticky afterthought, but I like the concept of it. Fantastic machine overall.
I like the look of it, but not adding the unsprung mass
Yuck!! Lol
Great bike but can't help thinking the headlight isn't as good looking as before. Nice to have a TFT now although reckon a couple of analogue clocks a la Hayabusa would really suit it. Great review 👍🙂
I agree. The headlight does not belong to this bike. It's so out of place.
I have the 2019- amazing bike. The suspension is soft, but it’s adjustable and bumping the rear preload from 3/10 to 8/10 fixed it for me (along with other minor adjustments for tension etc. )
Great video, nice details. That single sided swingarm and wheel look awesome. Have one on pre-order ETA of July. Really looking forward to the day I can go pick it up. Had to call multiple dealers to find any incoming in my area (within 100 mi) so feel fortunate I was able to put a deposit on one. Only thing I'll be changing is full-akra system and bar-end mirrors.
Thanks! Yep it's a stunning machine. Should sound great with the Akra. Enjoy the new ride when it arrives! 👍
Beautiful 😍 bike
Love seeing the engine front and center on motorcycles.
What a beautiful bike.
I'm a user and fan of naked bikes and do like the look of this bike. Why is it so many manufacturers have a complete fail on providing any decent rear wheel spray protection for bike and rider? Perhaps they think we all only ride in the dry.
The alloy wheels look nice but a pain to clean compared to some.
You are very right, but it’s not just in the wet! My rucksack looks like it’s been sandblasted and my wax jacket is embedded with grit, dust, and oily grime! Am regularly scooping gravel out of the back of my helmet and wondering how it got there!
Not sure on this one, didn't get the pleasure of riding in a deluge. My 650 wasn't too bad in the wet with the stock plate holder. I didn't get any spray over me. Trident however, not so great!
Honda did well here on details
Honda got it right here and as you say an aftermarket can such as a Zard would finish the job
Zard make stunning exhausts!
Greetings from Malta 🇲🇹 Danny. Great review videos..thanks!
Wish they did the number plate like that on the CB650R looks so much better
What is that whining sound? Almost sounds like a turbo🥵🥵 Beautiful. Had my bike stolen today unfortunately but I’ve got full coverage so an upgrade from a 2017 cbr500r to this may be coming. 😅
Hmm, maybe my ex wife was in this vid! 😬 Could be my lid. Sorry to hear that, that's a good upgrade! 👍
It is the induction of air thru the airbox. Sounds awesome. This bike is friendly and easy to ride in the lower revs but above 6, 7 k it is a rocket ship. Loving mine. Money well spent.
Always thought the big CBs were cool. Not a Honda guy (Good bikes no doubt, but I think they make the most appliance bland MCs out of all big manufacturers), but that CB defintely has my interest! 👍👍 Other then Id like to see more gloss black panels and fender vs the matte black stuff for the "black edition", I will say thats a good job Honda on this one!
A very well sorted bike, a pity they are so expensive here in South Australia. I considered one when buying my GSX. The GSX was $3000 less. I am very happy though with the GSX. Nice review.
Yeah, sometimes it can simply come down to cost. I hear nothing but good things about the GSX-S. Never ridden one but I am hoping to this year. Cheers!
I nearly got a run out standard edition on run out for 15k ride away from moto adelaide. Umm and ahhed after test riding it and went i back to buy it... of course it had sold two days earlier. I will buy one by end of year. Looking at finding a good second one now
Increase rebound damping on the rear shock to slow down that pogo feel
I would like to see a comparison with the new gsx-s1000
Me too, though this bike is MUCH nicer looking!
Cool bike. Honda’s are always super reliable. The color highlight looks quite a bit like the XDiavel Black S.
Gorgeous bike ❤️, and single arm too , just like old nsr.... Dem love this cb❤️
Nice one Dan that's one nice lookin bike to me with two or three exceptions first is the norm that number plate business and the exhaust can is horrible like they all are these days .The indicator running lights as you said but apart from that it's verrry nice . : )
My dream motorcycle
Titanium headers would really pop in this all black bike
Agreed!
Yeah black headers just look cheap
dryving myself a cb650r I had the same "bouncing" sensation...so I put on some Ohlins suspentions front and back and I became a fantastique upgrade...
Nice review. Thanks!
The single swing-arm does require special considerations:
1. an additional side-lift purchase for doing any service work.
2. Also, I'm not very convinced if the single swing-arm design will be as stable as a dual swing-arm design since the weight of the bike is leaning only on one side.
3. What about safety issue for this kind of design?
No safety issues with them. Honda and Ducati have been using them and racing with them for years and years.
@@fyorbane I'm coming from the CBR1000RR world and am currently looking for a more upright bike for longer distances.
I liked the opening sound track.
since you rode both, which one do you prefer: cb1000r or the new gsxs1000?
I have the 2019.... fun bike!! Love this machine, not for everyone of course! I put a SC Project Conic Exhaust can on her. I as well use Standard Mode the most.... twitchy throttle in sport for most riding.
Age... 61
Riding Experience....1976- Present
Bikes
1976 Kawasaki KH400 2 Stroke Triple
1982 Yamaha 650 Maxxim shaft drive.
1988 Yamaha 700 Fazer
1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 Eliminator shaft drive.
2015 Honda VFR800DLX with no QS
2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400
2019 Honda CB1000R with no QS
I have a 2006 VFR. Do you think I would enjoy this bike?
Lovely video. A lot of people have commented on the rear shock but you can improve it with adjustment but some fit a stiffer sportier rear shock to make it more track orientated. Like you I like the black edition but I do not like the matt black down pipes. It looks lovely in the red also and would probably be my preference if I were to purchase one. Take care mate.
Yeah, I wish I'd fettled with the suspension a bit now but still a fantastic bike. Cheers!
Just set the sag and it makes it so much better than stock setting.
A gorgeous motorcycle 😍🏍️
Great Review Great Bike! I'd be looking if my 919 aka Hornet ever had problem. Those blinkers may have three wires. Find the one that turns off the running lights off and leave it disconnected. Worked for my old Honda.
Great review, enjoyed the spin 👍great engine, not a lover of black though, my personal choice, cheers.
Production quality is awesome 👌
Really nice bike. I saw an all white one in the dealer the other day, that looked very smart too
Yeah, I actually love the look of the white too. Cheers!
What? We don’t have that color in the US. As nice as the black is , I’d love to see the white.
Hi Dan, awesome review! I have a question, which one do you think is more comfortable and more suitable for touring. This one or the CB650R? Cheers Dan!
An incredible looking and running bike! A very efficient ride and review. Excellent video quality and sound. I really am impressed with this Honda CB1000R Black Edition ! Thanks for this great review and top quality knowledge that you share.
Thanks Roger! 👍😊
Twistys test please.
The bike is looks quiet perfect. Love it 😍
Now that is a nice motorcycle
My man INTRO IS LIT! AF.
Thanks!
I currently have a 2016 CB650f I think this is calling my name for an upgrade I love how it's all blacked out now where did I put that £13k I had lying around.
Same here mate.
Best thing is to wait for a good used one.