2025 Honda CB1000F Unveiled: Here's All You Need to Know About the Neo-Retro

The Honda CB1000F, first unveiled as a concept at the Osaka Motorcycle Show in March 2025, has now been officially revealed for global markets. With its distinctive neo-retro styling, the CB1000F stands out as a compelling option in the highly competitive litre-class naked bike segment. It is available in three colour options (Silver/Blue, Silver/Black, and Black/Red), and is sold in a single variant across European markets.

While European prices are still pending, Honda has released the Japanese market figures. The CB1000F is priced at Yen 1,397,000 (roughly Rs 8.11 lakh), which makes it a bit more expensive than the CB1000 Hornet, listed at Yen 1,342,000 (approximately Rs 7.79 lakh). While the highly anticipated Honda CB1000F neo-retro bike has been primarily announced for the European and Japanese markets, its availability in India is not yet confirmed. Read on for details on design, engine, and more. 

2025 Honda CB1000F: Design

The design of the Honda CB1000F neo-retro combines iconic styling cues with modern functionality. Key elements like the classic round LED headlight, a muscular sculpted fuel tank inspired by early CB models, and a minimalist tail section.

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Honda's big machine puts its mechanical character on full display, with the visual mass centered around the inline-four engine. Meanwhile, additions like the TFT digital dash and high-quality finishing touches like LED lighting (throughout) offer a fresh, updated vibe.

2025 Honda CB1000F: Engine, Hardware, and Other Details

The Honda CB1000F is powered by a refined version of the CBR1000RR Fireblade’s inline-four engine. Due to changes like new camshaft timing and revised intake settings, the engine produces 122bhp at 9,000rpm and 103Nm of torque at 8,000rpm. Honda has equipped the CB1000F with 41mm Showa SFF-BP front forks and a Showa Pro-Link rear shock. Braking is handled by 310mm front discs with four-piston radial-mounted callipers.

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Features-wise, the bike boasts a six-axis IMU that facilitates advanced systems like Cornering ABS, while Throttle-by-Wire offers three preset riding modes, along with engine braking, traction control, and wheelie control. Riders can also customise two user-defined modes for a tailored riding experience.