Honda CB1000F: 80s tribute with a sporty soul

Honda has unveiled the CB1000F, a naked bike that reinterprets the look and feel of late-1980s Honda big bikes in a modern way. The link to Freddie Spencer and the era’s iconic liveries is clear, but the bike also focuses on contemporary content and a more approachable character than the superbikes of the past.

Beneath the retro design sits an inline four engine designed to deliver smoothness and personality, with road-oriented chassis setup and updated electronic equipment. For Italian riders, it is an interesting option because it blends classic appeal, everyday usability and true big-naked performance.