Honda CB1000 Hornet SP launched at Rs 12.36 lakh

The CB1000 Hornet SP rivals the Kawasaki Z900 and the Triumph Street Triple.

Honda has launched the CB1000 Hornet SP in India. The litre-class streetfighter is priced at Rs 12,35,900 (ex-showroom).

The CB1000 Hornet features an aggressive design with dual LED headlamps, sporty fuel tank extensions, a stepped seat and a narrow tail section.

The bike is based on a steel frame suspended by a Showa SFF-BP USD fork in the front and an Ohlins TTX36 mono-shock in the rear. It rides on alloy wheels, while braking is handled by dual discs in the front and a single rotor in the rear.

Powering the CB1000 Hornet SP is a 999cc, inline 4-cylinder engine that produces 155 BHP @ 11,000 rpm and 107 Nm @ 9,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

In terms of features, the bike comes with a 5-inch colour TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, traction control, ABS and riding modes: Rain, Standard, Sport and User.