Apparently, the future CB1000 will be an exclusive model for the Japanese market and will probably be launched in 2026, based on the CB1000 Hornet presented at the last Milan Motor Show.
It would replace the current CB1300, an imposing motorcycle in terms of size and weight, with an engine that is unlikely to comply with future regulations on polluting emissions, something that is already within the reach of the current CB1000 Hornet.
This sharing of mechanicals could also lead to possible developments regarding the transmission, with the use of the DCT gearbox, as well as bringing considerable advantages in terms of riding comfort, with a weight reduction that, in the worst case, could be around 40 kg.
We’ll wait for more news from the Japanese manufacturer, stressing that it would be a good opportunity for a “hypothetical” CB1000 to return to Europe.