Honda CB1000R: 145hp Too Much Power? No It is brilliant

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[jobe]

Remove that horrible rear fender assembly, get rid of the stock exhaust with automobile sized cat, change out to a lithium battery and remove several pounds of hoses, canisters and solenoids from under the seat/gas tank. Then get the ECU flashed to get rid of that terrible power curve. This will completely transform this bike to the next level. A bonus is, the bike will actually be easier and more fun to ride because those lean spots in the power curve will be gone

[kinglear]

I have the cb1000r black edition. Full SC project exhaust, remap, tune and dyno. 150hp to the wheel. Having the bike retuned and dyno'd makes the power curve consistent. It pulls so hard now. The power is unbelievable. Also, the weight reduction from replacing the exhaust has dropped 50lbs off the bike. It's a crazy ride now. It's like a super bike without the riding position.

[StratfordWingRider]

I have a Blackbird CBR1100XX and this is what it’s like to ride one of those. Utterly amazing sense of power - but such an easy ride (I think Honda does that so well)
When you want to go - you better hold on - cos she flies!

[wheelsfun]

I’ve had mine for two years and ride it almost daily. What nice about it is that I’ve used it for touring, but if you want to go mental you can as well.

I also love the quick shifter.

[Dara-ihjq]

This is the ideal amount of power for a naked bike 140-150hp is absolutely PERFECT for a street bike.

[sixdollarman]

You make a great argument for purchasing one of these! Good video:)

[jfro]

I had mine and sold it about a year ago now, terrific bike. I do miss the acceleration rush compared to what I have now.

[RealSykes]

Love your sense of humor 😂

I'm a complete newbie, getting my CB650R at the end of the month. But wanted to see what it's big brother had to offer.

Absolutely in love with the neo-cafe design.

[wpm]

I loved scratching on B-roads when I test rode the CB1000R. Demonic amounts of power though, and my core was really aching after a spirited ride. Ride safe!

[Onereelrider]

I've ridden many bikes and own a 22 Black Edition and it's spot on for all types of riding, it certainly doesn't get the credit it deserves. I should probably drop a video, since I've ridden 22, 000km...that's how awesome it is!

[-tj]

I had a Suzuki B-King for over seven years. Incredibly easy to ride it slowly. In fact, once I rode through a Spanish village - about a mile - in top gear with the accelerator totally closed. Big inline fours are so flexible.

[davemadden]

Frig’n funny man!! Love watching you overcome your fears and getting on to it. Great stuff!! I have a 2022 Street Triple R and I don’t have the skills to out ride it. So much fun though, I agree. Scaring the shit out of yourself! That’s why I ride. Just me and the bike… all your troubles float away. Ride safe my friend

[nitramdoow]

I know the feeling man, I've had my licence for 1 year now and just got my first 1k bike. The way you descrirbed the power curves, I couldn't agree more. I've got about 700 miles with it and I've gone over 10k rpm once I think haha megashits

[AQHackAQ]

Your gear shifting is really strange... Really unsmooth. Seems like you close the throttle first before pulling the clutch and shifting. It should all be done simultaneously.

[klroth]

So Honda built the Yamaha FZ-1 twenty years after the fact. Don't get me wrong... I drive an Accord that is about to get traded-in for a Ridgeline, and in my garage, 2 Fourtrax, an old ATC 125m, and a Shadow 750 ACE. I love my Hondas, but in 2003, I bought the FZ1 (superbike chassis and brakes, motorcross riding position, 530lbs and 141 HP) and had a blast on it. The powerband was similar, too. Smooth, strong, and torquey up to 6500 rpm, and from 7000 to 11000, wicked fast bordering on terrifying! It was the 5th quickest bike available in the USA, behind the four Japanese liter superbikes. Sounds like I can ride red and get my pucker on like the old days!!! ❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥

[kaiserberlin]

owning a 954 with about 150 hp on the wheel its too much for me to handle. It scares the dying soul out of me. 145 on this street cb is hella good enough for all rounder.

[coltonnewman]

You’ll get used to the power delivery after some time in the saddle. These naked style bikes are extremely fast on the street and I dare say even the tracks. They’re generally manageable and easier to ride. Get what’s adjustable tuned in for yourself and learn to understand how to use the power delivery. Hondas are great bikes and it’ll treat you as well as you treat it.

[UOOT]

So wots the difference between this one and the new cb1000r honda hornet?

[Achilles]

Fair enough take it easy and stay safe mate😂

[anthonyridesphilly]

I like your take on the power. I feel that it’s the most approachable liter engine. It’s scary but only if you take it to that scary point. My beginner experience level girlfriend can ride it, that’s saying something. She rides a street twin as her main bike