I was waiting for this question !!! Money no object I'd go Honda as it's exquisitely built , stunning to look at with similar performance to the suzuki but feels more quality and the handling is sublime...that being said the suzuki is just as much fun but cheaper .... decisions !! Cheers mark
@@hikarupio Against this bike. Easy the Honda. The Honda is in a different class with it's stunning looks fit and finish. Oh and that single sided swing arm and those wheels. The list goes on. Don't get me wrong the Yam is a fun hooligan machine but it's looks,fit and finish just aren't there compared to this. I actually walked right past a new MT09 the other day and barely noticed it it was that unremarkable. This Honda though you notice it, big time. I test rode one and it handles really well and is seriously quick. It's more than enough for the road.
No foul language, no rubbish music, no wheelies, no high speed dangerous riding but just useful information. The Honda was 3rd on my shortlist, but thanks to your video it's gone up to N°1. Best 1000R video on UA-cam. Great job & thanks a million.
This is just an art craft from the house of Honda. Super awesome looking bike and the performance is even better. Hats off to the designer and engine tuning team.
I love the fact that you seem just like a normal everyday bloke BUT who gets to test ride so many wonderful motorcycles. Honestly, that's really cool and something me being a normal everyday bloke can rely on for a relatable experience and review.
Many thanks ...yes I am lucky ...it is quite tricky planning test rides ,routes ,weather ,traffic ,video editing etc etc but it's worth it ...I try and give people what info I would want on a bike Best regards mark
Love the look of the new CB1000R. Some owners say the paint does chip easily after a while. Love to see a comparison between the CB1000R, GSXS1000, Z900SE and MT10.
The paint is definately soft. Mine has light marks that buff out easy when I polish and wax it, but don't take much to show up. Both my Kawi's have never gotten a mark on them. The quality of my CB is amazing, except the paint being soft.
I would have thought the new GSX-S1000 was brisker low down the rev range. Maybe I'm wrong. What do you think, Mark? One thing is certain is that this looks better. In fact, it is the best-looking naked litre-plus bike there is. Overall, I prefer big twins, but your top gear demos at low revs show the superior tractability of inline fours. I have only owned one. It was that tractability I really liked. Another excellent detailed review. You deserve as many subscribers as some of the better known English vloggers on here who are not as good as you. I won't name them.
Thanks nik for the comment ..yes I know the gsxs has the k5 engine which is renowned for it's bottom end pull but I found this to be equally as good :) Cheers mark
After watching 10 reviews on this bike, I ended up seeing yours, and ... This is the best and most comprehensive to date! Fantastic job Sir! You tilted the scales for my decision to own one! #Thank #You
@@markpulling12 are these bikes available in the US? I have a Tuono with major engine problems that I want to get rid of. This bike I think would be a great substitute.
Excellent review mark. No nonsense fun content 👌👍 .Here in India this bike costs 28000$ approx on road . Bikes are crazy expensive here in India because of filthy government taxes. CBR650R costs around 17500$ crazy. Kawasaki bikes are close to well priced as Euro and American market.
Great review Mark! Stunning looking bike. The TFT is a big step up from the previous LCD but I reckon some high quality analogue instruments a la Hayabusa would look fantastic on this bike.
I fell in love with the old cb1000r when I test rode it more than 10 years ago. The new one looks so epic too. I worry it's too nice and I'd feel like I need to constantly keep it clean which is not practical for a commute bike or it'd just get stolen like what happened twice to my then 10 year old street triple. When I sat on the first iteration of the new CB1000R the seat felt a bit wide or square. Even just putting a leg down while imagining myself commuting was kind of painful and the inside of my leg hurt the next day. It'd probably be something that moulds to my use and that I harden off to but it was something I didn't anticipate. Made it feel kind of tall for me to sit on and unnatural with even a single leg down.
I’ve had mine for almost 3 months now and have put 7000 km on it, and I think it’s a great bike. It is a bit vibey, calm and composed below 6000 rpm and manic and aggressive above 6000. Build quality is top notch and it’s even nicer in person, I looked at the katana and gsxs but seeing the Honda in person sold it for me. It doesn’t have the hp that the real super nakeds have but it’s still a fast bike with great brakes and good suspension, especially the front end, rear shock has a bit of bounce but I’m 230 lbs.
There is a chart floating around that gives you suspension settings per rider weight. I thought mine was a little bouncey also. Set my sag per the chart and it is so much better now. Definitely better in the corners and at hard brake and acceleration.
Great review. Im really liking that you've incorporated some town and motorway riding in your reviews. Not a honda fan but that build quality on another level. Enjoyed the walkaround as much as ride
@@markpulling12 update for you Mark. Just decided to buy one. Looks the dogs ‘do-dahs’ and every review I can find is very very positive. Yours was the first I watched and you are still my fave reviewer BTW. 👍
Nice Mark! I’m a old guy 63 thinking of a new bike in the states. I want something I can ride around locally for fun and something I can take to see my kids that live in the mountains 5 hours away. Thinking about a BMW r1250r also. I’m also 5-7 so your review is nice for me.
Great review Mark. I was so convinced that I needed to steer away from a naked bike for the motorway. At the moment I am very torn between a Ninja 1000SX or any naked really. I'll be using it for general use and a 100 mile M1 round trip up to Notts twice a week. Wondering if something with the wind protection is the better way to go overall?? and then of course one day, who knows, both!!
Hi Mark, 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 Mark!
Hi both would be fine and comfortable but my choice would definitely be the 1000 cc because it will be so much more relaxed at cruising speed with its bigger engine Best wishes mark
Just watched this again. So informative. The TFT is a stunner. Would the screen be easy to read for someone who hasn't got his reading specs on? If I squint I can read the small font to the left of my KTM 390 Duke TFT without my specs. And that's small.
Great review Mark, do you recommend the use of an aftermarket cruise control, if yes could you suggest a brand to install on the cb1000r. Last, the camo pants looks very nice, what brand is it.
Hi I think there is. Company called mcruise but it's not cheap or you could just go for a basic throttle lock cruise .. my pants are just generic ones from ebay best regards mark
A through review as usual. Thank you. Are you a cruiser man? No, not an offer for evening entertainment, but wondering if you could get your hands on a Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster. I'm not a cruiser, they don't really do anything for me, but I really like the look of this bike and would appreciate your thoughts if you were able to test ride it. I think I'm going to try and ride one soon.
@@markpulling12 I checked your back catalogue and it's not one you've ridden. Mind you I don't recall you riding and reviewing any cruiser types of bike. Just like the look of the Speedmaster and apparently it's quite good. I am not into cruiser bikes generally. But this one is different. Would be great if you could get hold of one. ATB.
Thanks Mark. Nice review, as usual. I think I would out opt for an Yami MT-10. Those are phenomenal bikes. Generally most people ride those in the most relaxed mode because they tend to rise up on the front wheel very easily. I was a bit disappointed with your report of slight hum in the foot pegs and handlebars at speed. I was expecting more from Honda... like zero hum. Riding all day with even a bit of a hum doesn't wear well. Very nice looking bike, though... Gord
@@markpulling12Mark, I remember having a Honda Magna 750 back in the early 2000's. That was a V four and it had a pretty good hum in the handlebars and a bit in the foot pegs. After a full days ride, the nerves in your hands would start getting numb. I eventually got some handlebar grips that helped to isolate the hum and it wasn't too bad after that. I'm much more impressed with Yamaha's engine balancing for hum and vibration than Honda. Honda seems to finally have gotten their seats in order. But that hum seems to have tagged along in their production. They could get rid of all of it, if they really wanted to. Also, they cheaped out by not including cruise control... Gord
Hi dear .thanks for very useful videos I've got a question. Im going to buy a 2022 cb 1000 r from honda showroom in batly. Yorkshire. They got a demo bike which run for 100 miles. Do u think this bike worth to buy? Sell price is £9 k. Im very appreciate if u give me ur opinion about it. Thanks
Just came across your reviews. Beautiful bike. Thoughts on accessibility to this from a CB500F for someone who isn’t hugely experienced but wants their “forever bike”?
@@markpulling12 thank you, I am thinking of upgrading from GSX s750 to Mt10, different engine than in line four , less buzz and turn it into sport touring for day trips, what do you recommend? Thanks
@@HS99876 hi they sell an mt10 tourer with a screen and luggage I think Failing that the ninja 1000 or even the tracer 9 ...which is what I'm saving for . Cheers mark
nice review but please give it some throttle. you only opened it up for 30% or something. i bought the black edition and i love it but if you go full power the front comes up that didn't happen at all in this vid
What a beauty! That engine...! I need to win the lotto before im too old! Id leave it in top gear and roll on from slow lane to third lane in 2 seconds, then slow down from the ton back to 70. Just to trick the speed cameras!
I have a cb300r, hope i can upgrade to this beauty by the end of the year. I love the black color looks so mean. I would definitely get the wheels powdercoated bronze or volt green for visibility but thats about it. Does it have rev matching? Does the front tire ever catch on those cracks on the freeway? On my cb300r I feel a bit uneasy when crossing them because the front tire wants to bite on to them but I assume it's because it's a smaller tire? What gloves are those? After a year of ownership, what are your thoughts? I'm 5' 7 too so this was a great review for that
Mark , beautifull bike have you ridden the r bmw 1250r naked, which one would you say is better, I dont worry about best handling etc etc just rideability looks etc , I am 60 years.
It sure is a lovely bike other than that ugly head light, it looks like a ship’s lantern, the exhaust is as big as a funnel. For that price why no cruise control?Nice review.
Cheers, yeah Think I agree the cb1000r is better built, and I think you get more with the cb1000 with the plus model. Cheers think my mind is made now.
A272 Mark, one of my favourite roads! This Black Edition looks seriously classy but the price has crept up a lot! I'm considering one of these or a GSX1000S, but could they tour as well?
Hi yes definitely...the engines are very relaxed for long distance riding...won't be super high speed because of lack of fairing and you should be able to fit luggage of some sort Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 you confirm my thinking and let's be honest in the days of average speed cams in the UK the opportunity for long high speed runs are almost non-existent
@Blueyonder Moto I am a couple of weeks off 68 , I had a test ride, and I thought it was brilliant , have a kawasaki ninja 1000sx, which is a keeper I also have a triumph trident 660cc, which will be sold or part exchanged for either this or a kawasaki 900rs se. Which I am test riding in the next few days 😊
The Tyres look naf !! Well they will do after a few thousand miles, If I could afford it though I'd love to have this bike. I be riding with a smile for sure
Wish I had bought the 1000 instead of the cb650r 3 months ago. It would have saved me a fortune as I'm having to move it on. The 650 is very dull, especially after coming back from a speed triple R.
@@clipdev I thought that it was the biggest mistake I've made in 48 years of motorcycling going for the 650r. The gearing felt terrible, ratios too close and very little urge up till 8000 rpm, Bit the bullet and moved it along and bought another speed triple, couldn't be happier. The cb1000r may have been a contender but it's pretty ugly 😂 Ps I'm saying this as a honda fan boy. I loved all the honda bike I've ever owned, still have my immaculate 1977 400/4,,but the 650r was a major disappointment, I lost a lot of money making the decision to change after only 3months but, it wasn't giving me anything much back in smiles. Again this is just my opinion, I'm sure others will love it.
Not for me. What is going on with that rear mudguard? either have one or not, but 2 halves, no. At the price no center stand, how about mfg's give a free padock stand for chain maintenance. Loving the radiator grit blaster front wheel. What is with this buying half a bike then having to buy a padock stand, fender extender, center stand if available. Why not give the buyer the oportunity to take it off if they don't want it. I once looked at buying a suzuki sz 650 and the sales guy said you'll need a fender extender, the're only £17, what? Nuff said, back to the 70's when you could buy a proper " motorcycle".
Hi Mark, which one would you choose - this Honda or the Suzuki gsx-s1000? Cheers
I was waiting for this question !!!
Money no object I'd go Honda as it's exquisitely built , stunning to look at with similar performance to the suzuki but feels more quality and the handling is sublime...that being said the suzuki is just as much fun but cheaper .... decisions !!
Cheers mark
or the Yamaha MT09SP?
Personally I think the Honda is lot less fun than the Suzuki GSX S.
@@hikarupio yes sp for me. The Honda is gorgeous but in-line 4s are so dull
@@hikarupio Against this bike. Easy the Honda. The Honda is in a different class with it's stunning looks fit and finish. Oh and that single sided swing arm and those wheels. The list goes on. Don't get me wrong the Yam is a fun hooligan machine but it's looks,fit and finish just aren't there compared to this. I actually walked right past a new MT09 the other day and barely noticed it it was that unremarkable. This Honda though you notice it, big time. I test rode one and it handles really well and is seriously quick. It's more than enough for the road.
I have this bike. Makes me feel like the dark knight. And I love it so much, that I still watch reviews on youtube. I am such a nerd. Great review.👌
Thanks great choice 😊
You're not the only one lol
Just reviewed it myself. It is amazing!
Same here, bloody love my cb1000r. It's not the black edition, it's the Batman edition!!!!
No foul language, no rubbish music, no wheelies, no high speed dangerous riding but just useful information. The Honda was 3rd on my shortlist, but thanks to your video it's gone up to N°1. Best 1000R video on UA-cam. Great job & thanks a million.
Many thanks 👍
This is just an art craft from the house of Honda. Super awesome looking bike and the performance is even better. Hats off to the designer and engine tuning team.
I love the fact that you seem just like a normal everyday bloke BUT who gets to test ride so many wonderful motorcycles. Honestly, that's really cool and something me being a normal everyday bloke can rely on for a relatable experience and review.
Many thanks ...yes I am lucky ...it is quite tricky planning test rides ,routes ,weather ,traffic ,video editing etc etc but it's worth it ...I try and give people what info I would want on a bike
Best regards mark
Bloke
😂@@ChauToVal
Loving mine after swapping a tuono. Alot more enjoyable without risking jail. Great review 👏
Hi John I have alot of experience with the tuono v4 ...like you say it's more enjoyable I'd call it the friendly super naked :)
Cheers mark
John, you can get into trouble on this machine too just because it doesn’t have 200 bhp doesn’t mean it’s not fast...it is!
That is a phenomenally well machined piece of motorcyling. What a beauty.
Thanks I was very impressed :)
Best review of the Honda cb1000R .👏👏👏
that's a beauty, can't beat honda build quality, i know tft screens are all the rage and very clever but i prefer dials myself
Thanks Keith a couple of chrome bezeled traditional clocks would look great 👍
Love the look of the new CB1000R. Some owners say the paint does chip easily after a while. Love to see a comparison between the CB1000R, GSXS1000, Z900SE and MT10.
The paint is definately soft. Mine has light marks that buff out easy when I polish and wax it, but don't take much to show up. Both my Kawi's have never gotten a mark on them. The quality of my CB is amazing, except the paint being soft.
@@BikesDrones yeah I've thought about doing that. I did that to my cars and it works great
I would have thought the new GSX-S1000 was brisker low down the rev range. Maybe I'm wrong. What do you think, Mark? One thing is certain is that this looks better. In fact, it is the best-looking naked litre-plus bike there is. Overall, I prefer big twins, but your top gear demos at low revs show the superior tractability of inline fours. I have only owned one. It was that tractability I really liked.
Another excellent detailed review. You deserve as many subscribers as some of the better known English vloggers on here who are not as good as you. I won't name them.
Thanks nik for the comment ..yes I know the gsxs has the k5 engine which is renowned for it's bottom end pull but I found this to be equally as good :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 That is interesting. I think they have improved the Honda's low-down shove for this year, then.
Honda 4 cylinder engines are just so smooth, I have 1977 550 4 and it's much better than other engines of that era. Nice review Mark as always.
Thanks James
After watching 10 reviews on this bike, I ended up seeing yours, and ... This is the best and most comprehensive to date! Fantastic job Sir! You tilted the scales for my decision to own one! #Thank #You
Wow, thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 All the best for you. Keep up the good work, you're probably top benchmark rider/reviewer in the UK 😎👍
Awesome review. This is an absolutely gorgeous bike! Honda quality through & through! I need to get one of these in the USA. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks mychael ...yes awesome bike 👍
@@markpulling12 are these bikes available in the US? I have a Tuono with major engine problems that I want to get rid of. This bike I think would be a great substitute.
@@deankruse4491 I think so dean have a look on the Honda USA website
Cheers mark
Excellent review mark. No nonsense fun content 👌👍
.Here in India this bike costs 28000$ approx on road . Bikes are crazy expensive here in India because of filthy government taxes. CBR650R costs around 17500$ crazy. Kawasaki bikes are close to well priced as Euro and American market.
Many thanks for the info :)
cheers mark
First look at your channel, you instantly got me hooked very informative.
Thanks Nico ...glad you like it
Regards mark
Absolutely stunning. Love the two tone black finishes.
Thanks ...my thoughts exactly :)
Great review Mark! Stunning looking bike. The TFT is a big step up from the previous LCD but I reckon some high quality analogue instruments a la Hayabusa would look fantastic on this bike.
Thanks yes it's a dream to ride and look at cheers mark
I fell in love with the old cb1000r when I test rode it more than 10 years ago. The new one looks so epic too. I worry it's too nice and I'd feel like I need to constantly keep it clean which is not practical for a commute bike or it'd just get stolen like what happened twice to my then 10 year old street triple. When I sat on the first iteration of the new CB1000R the seat felt a bit wide or square. Even just putting a leg down while imagining myself commuting was kind of painful and the inside of my leg hurt the next day. It'd probably be something that moulds to my use and that I harden off to but it was something I didn't anticipate. Made it feel kind of tall for me to sit on and unnatural with even a single leg down.
I’ve had mine for almost 3 months now and have put 7000 km on it, and I think it’s a great bike. It is a bit vibey, calm and composed below 6000 rpm and manic and aggressive above 6000. Build quality is top notch and it’s even nicer in person, I looked at the katana and gsxs but seeing the Honda in person sold it for me. It doesn’t have the hp that the real super nakeds have but it’s still a fast bike with great brakes and good suspension, especially the front end, rear shock has a bit of bounce but I’m 230 lbs.
Sounds great 👍
Thanks for the comment cheers mark
@@markpulling12 I have one too and i weigh 240lb, but the suspension is fully ajustable, so i little pre load and rebound and it gets great.
There is a chart floating around that gives you suspension settings per rider weight. I thought mine was a little bouncey also. Set my sag per the chart and it is so much better now. Definitely better in the corners and at hard brake and acceleration.
@@traviscarter9300 I actually ended putting an ohlins on the rear, looking forward to spring to test it out
How tall are you?
Cant wait to get my honda cb1000r 💞👌👌👌👌👌
honda quality never fails to impress
Definitely ...this one is especially good looking cheers mark
The best Honda CBR I've seen quality bike sounds nice thanks mark for quality reviews cheers👍
My pleasure Andrew 🙂
Hi, can check my content, you may find it interesting. :) Have one older Honda for you, check it. :)
It's a CB.
Good review👍 This was one of the bikes on my shortlist. What a beautiful motorcycle..
Great video Mark. Am surprised that they didn’t include Cruise Control at that price point. Rebel 1100 has Cruise.
Yes Me too ...would have been nice
Cheers mark
Another great review Mark, I think I'll wait a couple of years and see how its priced in the second hand market
Good idea mark ...save alot on new !
Great review. Im really liking that you've incorporated some town and motorway riding in your reviews. Not a honda fan but that build quality on another level. Enjoyed the walkaround as much as ride
Many thanks 😊
Agree, great review. Can check my content, you may find it interesting. :)
Great review Mark.
RBW and no cruise control, is an absolute crime Honda 🤷🏻♂️🤦🏻🥴 Especially, at that price 😳
Yes the rebel has cruise ...shame this doesn't cheers mark
It is built to enjoy, not cruise.
Great balanced review Mark.
Thanks Jon my pleasure
@@markpulling12 update for you Mark. Just decided to buy one. Looks the dogs ‘do-dahs’ and every review I can find is very very positive. Yours was the first I watched and you are still my fave reviewer BTW. 👍
@@jfro5867 thanks Jon :)
good review Mark, I had one of these unfortunately we dont get these anymore. They were priced a bit high here and didnt sell too many..
Nice Mark! I’m a old guy 63 thinking of a new bike in the states. I want something I can ride around locally for fun and something I can take to see my kids that live in the mountains 5 hours away. Thinking about a BMW r1250r also. I’m also 5-7 so your review is nice for me.
Ok Leigh thanks...this is a great bike
Greetings to the USA :)
Excellent review Mark. I like the full length silencer which the CB650R needs and the fantastic build quality.
Great review Mark 👏 👌
Beautiful motorcycle, great review video! Add cruise control and heated grips and it would be perfect!
Thanks Pete ...cruise control would be great 👍
Here's your heated grips
www.rg-racing.com/browsetype/grips/Honda/CB1000R/#
Excellent presentation. A touring accessory package with screen makes sense.
I love this CB
Great review , lovely looking bike.
Thanks richie :)
Cheers mark
With just over 120bhp on rear wheel its ONLY a naked bike, i wouldnt say super naked 😉 great review as always
Great review once again. Fantastic bike.
Thanks George...this bike is particularly good :)
Beautiful machine passing something else equally beautiful at 15:30
Screams premium all over
Amazing bike great video mark
Thanks Steven cheers
Not generally a big Honda fan but this is a beauty , I like the GSX-S but it would be a hard choice . Great review cheers Mark
Thanks Malcolm ...plus there is the brilliant Yamaha mt09sp . ...hard choice :)
Top review again Mark, great looking bike
Stating your height and inseam, then showing how you fit on any bike is very helpful. Thanks.
Great review Mark. I was so convinced that I needed to steer away from a naked bike for the motorway. At the moment I am very torn between a Ninja 1000SX or any naked really. I'll be using it for general use and a 100 mile M1 round trip up to Notts twice a week. Wondering if something with the wind protection is the better way to go overall?? and then of course one day, who knows, both!!
Hi Simon ....you can do motorway on them ...if anything the wind blast is steady and not turbulent like a fairing can cause ...get both 😂 lol
My bike has a screen but the wind buffeting is terrible.
I'm on my 3rd naked. Up to 70 they are fine. 80 + is when the wind noise can get monotonous. On b roads they are fine.
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Great review mark,and I agree fantastic bike stunning.honda always makes good bikes.
Thanks James build quality and ride was amazing 😀
Man uk reviews are the best, if only I understood metric.
I'd like to see you ripping these bikes just once in each review. They want to be used haha!
Excellent review! Top notch! Thanks!
I think I would switch bikes if Honda could deliver these to market. This is really nice
Honda make fantastic bikes 🏍️
Definitely this one looks great 👍
Hi Mark, 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 Mark!
Hi both would be fine and comfortable but my choice would definitely be the 1000 cc because it will be so much more relaxed at cruising speed with its bigger engine
Best wishes mark
Mark, I know you like to give good reviews for the bikes. Anything about them that you don't like? I'd like an honest review please cheers.
Just watched this again. So informative.
The TFT is a stunner. Would the screen be easy to read for someone who hasn't got his reading specs on? If I squint I can read the small font to the left of my KTM 390 Duke TFT without my specs. And that's small.
Hi nik yes I found a the tft easy to read and I'm 51 ....no glasses yet :)
@@markpulling12 You're doing well at 51, then. Thanks.
Not my kinda bike, But a great review as always Mark...Hope you have a good weekend mate :-)
Thanks you too :)
Great review Mark, do you recommend the use of an aftermarket cruise control, if yes could you suggest a brand to install on the cb1000r.
Last, the camo pants looks very nice, what brand is it.
Hi I think there is. Company called mcruise but it's not cheap or you could just go for a basic throttle lock cruise .. my pants are just generic ones from ebay best regards mark
A through review as usual. Thank you. Are you a cruiser man? No, not an offer for evening entertainment, but wondering if you could get your hands on a Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster. I'm not a cruiser, they don't really do anything for me, but I really like the look of this bike and would appreciate your thoughts if you were able to test ride it. I think I'm going to try and ride one soon.
Thanks Alex....I'll keep my eyes open for one of those :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 I checked your back catalogue and it's not one you've ridden. Mind you I don't recall you riding and reviewing any cruiser types of bike. Just like the look of the Speedmaster and apparently it's quite good. I am not into cruiser bikes generally. But this one is different. Would be great if you could get hold of one. ATB.
Great looking bike they got the colour spot on but that reg plate should never be where it is,it does spoil it.
Thanks for the comment Paul
I agree 👍
Stunning is the right word for it.
Thanks Mark. Nice review, as usual. I think I would out opt for an Yami MT-10. Those are phenomenal bikes.
Generally most people ride those in the most relaxed mode because they tend to rise up on the front wheel very easily.
I was a bit disappointed with your report of slight hum in the foot pegs and handlebars at speed. I was expecting more from Honda... like zero hum. Riding all day with even a bit of a hum doesn't wear well.
Very nice looking bike, though...
Gord
Thanks Gord :)
@@markpulling12Mark,
I remember having a Honda Magna 750 back in the early 2000's. That was a V four and it had a pretty good hum in the handlebars and a bit in the foot pegs.
After a full days ride, the nerves in your hands would start getting numb. I eventually got some handlebar grips that helped to isolate the hum and it wasn't too bad after that.
I'm much more impressed with Yamaha's engine balancing for hum and vibration than Honda. Honda seems to finally have gotten their seats in order.
But that hum seems to have tagged along in their production. They could get rid of all of it, if they really wanted to.
Also, they cheaped out by not including cruise control...
Gord
Very smart bike and a great vlog. On a side note what are those trousers you had on? 🏴
Hi Dylan sorry don't know the make just generic ones off eBay a few years ago cheers mark
@@markpulling12 ah ok, I take it they’ve got protection?
@@dylanrichards9984 yes just a bit in the hips and knees
You'd have to win the Lottery to be able to afford bikes like that!!!
Hi dear .thanks for very useful videos
I've got a question.
Im going to buy a 2022 cb 1000 r from honda showroom in batly. Yorkshire.
They got a demo bike which run for 100 miles.
Do u think this bike worth to buy?
Sell price is £9 k.
Im very appreciate if u give me ur opinion about it.
Thanks
Hi yes 9 k for a 100 mile cb1000r is a good price....it's an awesome bike ... best wishes and hny
Mark
Just came across your reviews. Beautiful bike. Thoughts on accessibility to this from a CB500F for someone who isn’t hugely experienced but wants their “forever bike”?
Hi yes you'll be fine coming from a cb500 ....you will find it very smooth and controllable...it's a beautiful bike
Best regards mark
gorgeous motorcycle 🤩
Thanks ...it is yes ;)
No cruise control is kind of a deal breaker. Especially on a bike that is geared more towards a semi cruiser style.
What a beauty!!
Thanks I really think so too !!
im working with financing for mine right now!!!
Great choice :)
Good Review, How dose it compare to Mt 10? dose Mt 10 has less buzz ?
I would say the mt10 has less buzz because it's got the cross plane crank cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thank you, I am thinking of upgrading from GSX s750 to Mt10, different engine than in line four , less buzz and turn it into sport touring for day trips, what do you recommend? Thanks
@@HS99876 hi they sell an mt10 tourer with a screen and luggage I think
Failing that the ninja 1000 or even the tracer 9 ...which is what I'm saving for . Cheers mark
nice review but please give it some throttle. you only opened it up for 30% or something.
i bought the black edition and i love it but if you go full power the front comes up that didn't happen at all in this vid
I have a KTM Superduke r and after something a bit more laid back, sounds like this may be worth a try mark
Hi I had the super duke r for a week and yes quite incredible
But yes you may find this a little bit more chilled than your duke
Cheers
This, or the XSR900 for that neo café retro vibe? Both good looking bikes, imho…
What a beauty! That engine...! I need to win the lotto before im too old! Id leave it in top gear and roll on from slow lane to third lane in 2 seconds, then slow down from the ton back to 70. Just to trick the speed cameras!
Thanks David yes a beauty !
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Please let me win the Lotto!
Please? This is THE BIKE!
@@markpulling12 I am in love!
please let me win the lotto! After 50 years of biking THIS ISIT!
I have a cb300r, hope i can upgrade to this beauty by the end of the year. I love the black color looks so mean. I would definitely get the wheels powdercoated bronze or volt green for visibility but thats about it.
Does it have rev matching?
Does the front tire ever catch on those cracks on the freeway? On my cb300r I feel a bit uneasy when crossing them because the front tire wants to bite on to them but I assume it's because it's a smaller tire?
What gloves are those?
After a year of ownership, what are your thoughts?
I'm 5' 7 too so this was a great review for that
Hi Eddie it's not my bike it's a demo ...yes you can get a quickshifter (rev matcher )
Amazing bike I'd highly recommend it cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Thank you Mark! This will pair up nicely with my type R. I really enjoyed the review, i think you got. yourself a new sub!
Looks a lovely bike 👍
Thanks I was impressed !!!
Mark , beautifull bike have you ridden the r bmw 1250r naked, which one would you say is better, I dont worry about best handling etc etc just rideability looks etc , I am 60 years.
Hi Warren no sorry I haven't tried that one but my friend has and he said it was very good
Personally I'd have the honda :)
It is gorgeous, but if I were buying I would prioritise a grab rail for the passenger. Meaning I could very likely pass by this bike.
its best looking bike !
It sure is a lovely bike other than that ugly head light, it looks like a ship’s lantern, the exhaust is as big as a funnel. For that price why no cruise control?Nice review.
Thanks yes come on Honda cruise control on the next model :)
Cheers mark
Very very tempting!
Thanks Steve I know
Awesome bike 👍
i sat on an older model one today, the seat is pure pain just to sit on it, I hope your,s is better Mark
Hi it felt ok for two hours maybe they have improved it a bit :)
I can't afford this..but..maybe I want it bad enough 🤔🤔.
I love my 2019. CB1000R Red Cherry Plus. I will get a black CB1100
Hi, so you mentioned the Gsxs which I have also watched your review, but between the two which would you prefere suzuki or honda
Hi you might get a good deal on the Suzuki....but I'd go for the honda ...the ride quality and build is superb cheers mark
Cheers, yeah Think I agree the cb1000r is better built, and I think you get more with the cb1000 with the plus model. Cheers think my mind is made now.
A272 Mark, one of my favourite roads! This Black Edition looks seriously classy but the price has crept up a lot! I'm considering one of these or a GSX1000S, but could they tour as well?
Hi yes definitely...the engines are very relaxed for long distance riding...won't be super high speed because of lack of fairing and you should be able to fit luggage of some sort
Best wishes mark
@@markpulling12 you confirm my thinking and let's be honest in the days of average speed cams in the UK the opportunity for long high speed runs are almost non-existent
Have a look of the reviews by Andy cam man, he's done one touring with bags on 😊
@@derekhorton7221 yes he liked it up until his Norway trip when I think he found its limitations, he's now on a KTM Super Adventure.
@Blueyonder Moto I am a couple of weeks off 68 , I had a test ride, and I thought it was brilliant , have a kawasaki ninja 1000sx, which is a keeper I also have a triumph trident 660cc, which will be sold or part exchanged for either this or a kawasaki 900rs se. Which I am test riding in the next few days 😊
Does it have cornering ABS?
goodday mark
Hi khris !
The Tyres look naf !!
Well they will do after a few thousand miles, If I could afford it though I'd love to have this bike. I be riding with a smile for sure
No probs everyone to their own :)
Cheers mark
Say when, not if.
superrrrr
That front end didnt wanna move when you got on. Did you tweak before riding?
Hi Richard no the bike was brand new it was on standard settings ..the handling is brilliant ... especially the front :)
@@markpulling12 Ok cool. Maybe I watch too many Dave Moss videos lol, but that front seemed zero rider sag.
No they did not put that big sticker on the rear fairing 😢 that should be a crime. No respect to the bike
Wish I had bought the 1000 instead of the cb650r 3 months ago. It would have saved me a fortune as I'm having to move it on. The 650 is very dull, especially after coming back from a speed triple R.
Interesting, I’m coming from a MT09 and wonder to go for a CB650R or a CB1000R?!
@@clipdev I thought that it was the biggest mistake I've made in 48 years of motorcycling going for the 650r.
The gearing felt terrible, ratios too close and very little urge up till 8000 rpm,
Bit the bullet and moved it along and bought another speed triple, couldn't be happier.
The cb1000r may have been a contender but it's pretty ugly 😂
Ps I'm saying this as a honda fan boy. I loved all the honda bike I've ever owned, still have my immaculate 1977 400/4,,but the 650r was a major disappointment, I lost a lot of money making the decision to change after only 3months but, it wasn't giving me anything much back in smiles.
Again this is just my opinion, I'm sure others will love it.
@@1teenybop thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience! Yes, the 650 might be to small…
Does it have cruise control?
No sadly not
Many thanks Mark
Not for me. What is going on with that rear mudguard? either have one or not, but 2 halves, no. At the price no center stand, how about mfg's give a free padock stand for chain maintenance. Loving the radiator grit blaster front wheel. What is with this buying half a bike then having to buy a padock stand, fender extender, center stand if available. Why not give the buyer the oportunity to take it off if they don't want it. I once looked at buying a suzuki sz 650 and the sales guy said you'll need a fender extender, the're only £17, what? Nuff said, back to the 70's when you could buy a proper " motorcycle".
No probs thanks for the view
Everyone to their own
Regards mark
Would you recommend this bike for a 6'2 rider?
Hi yes it would be fine for 6 ft 2 ....it is a sizeable machine best regards mark
What is that plastic thing above clutch basket/under seat on both sides pointing back? Should be a battery + something(?)
Hi Mike I think it's air intakes for the airbox cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Seems so, at first, grills @1:10 in front look like it, but with closer look those are fake grills.
@@mikemiller774 hmmm interesting got me thinking now ....I'll have a closer look when I'm there again
Sorry to correct you, but the tyres are Michelin Power 5, not 2CT.
Ok thanks ...but it said 2ct on the tyre ?
Strange thanks anyway :)
Ok I think they are just called Michelin power 5 2ct ...it doesn't say 5 on the tyre just Michelin power 2ct
Thanks for letting me know
Mark is evaluating this bike at speeds almost any bike would work well. Nice bike though.
That clutch cable cheapens the package, Hydraulic clutch missing
Not really, it’s wonderfully smooth, light and a delight to use.