Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026

Yamaha MT-09 2026

Yamaha MT-09 2026

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Technical Specifications Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026
Yamaha MT-09 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke55.1 mmStroke62.1 mm
Engine powerEngine power157 HPEngine power119 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpm
TorqueTorque107 NmTorque93 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque9,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.7 Compression Ratio11.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping, Clutch systemsClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,000 ccmDisplacement890 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, Modern electronicsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, Anti-wheelie, Modern electronics

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,140 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth790 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,145 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,430 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height809 mmSeat Height825 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)212 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)193 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange288 kmRange280 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions136 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions116 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5 l/100km
Ground clearanceGround clearance135 mmGround clearance140 mm

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, LightingEquipmentConnectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, Modern electronics, Lighting

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026

Honda CB1000 Hornet SP 2026

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is more than just a new bike - it's a statement. Honda proves that they can still do it. They have created a bike that impresses in every respect: engine, suspension, brakes, price-performance ratio. You sit on it and immediately know how to ride this thing. There are no puzzles, no nasty surprises. Just pure, honest performance at a price that makes the competition look old. This isn't just a good bike - it's a game changer. Honda is back, and how they are back.

Unbeatable price-performance ratio

top shock of the highest specification

high-quality Brembo Stylema brakes

cultivated four-cylinder with good running behaviour

excellent workmanship and Honda reliability

simple, intuitive handling

comfortable ergonomics for lengthy rides

Engine somewhat sluggish under 6,000 rpm

conservative ABS control without IMU limits braking performance

difficult load change at low engine speeds

too long ratio in first gear

Yamaha MT-09 2026

Yamaha MT-09 2026

Yes, Yamaha has produced a really leiwandes bike. All the criticisms of its predecessor have been successfully revised without neutering the wild and playful nature of the MT-09. The fourth generation is more mature, more precise and more polished, rides more neutrally and is more stable without losing its light-footedness. A marvellous bike that currently offers an almost unbeatable price-performance ratio thanks to many detail improvements and has now even become really pretty. The Yamaha dealers won't be able to save themselves from orders after test rides. Let's hope that availability is guaranteed, because the new MT-09 is the definition of the word "direct hit"!

Powerful acceleration in every situation / potent engine

aggressive but not too loud sound

good ergonomics for good feedback and confidence

lavish basic features

precise chassis with good everyday tuning

beautiful display

good workmanship

agile and playful handling

versatile three-cylinder engine

good stability

modern electronics package

Fiddly indicator function

seat comfort in the crotch area could be improved

controls less intuitive than on some competitors

polarised front design

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB1000 Hornet SP vs Yamaha MT-09

Price Honda CB1000 Hornet SP

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Price Yamaha MT-09

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