HONDA CBF1000 (2010 - on) Review

Great bike for most occasions. Brakes excellent. Fitted bar risers and extra padding to the seats. Stock seat s little hard on long runs. Taller screen also....

Sublime.....

No major faults except HISS wiring cracked, so done a DIY fix. Sorted.

Value for money? Oh YES!! Easy to work on. Do all my own servicing.

Every bike needs some customisation, but, this is one of the best stock set-ups you'll find.

Some people may like a little more top end rush but its perfect for me.

Never had a problem - with the MK 2.

I don't record the actual costs but I just fit new oil filter with every oil change. 20,000 miles & I have fitted a new sir filter.

I prefer an alternative screen to the Honda original.

Brakes..fantastic. I am glad to get off the thing after my commute (ten miles).

It is snappy but a bit gutless, lack of protection means a joyless ride for me, needs a sixth gear.

it's thirstyish, not impressed for such a wee bike.

plush on a long distance, ABS an absolute boon!!!!

Smooth, torquey and just enough power

Thermostat and housing needed replacing!!

Got all the honda luggage, plenty of dials and lights on the dash, fitted heated grips and a scottoiler and its is spot on!!

I bought this bike as new in December 2010. Bike have 45.000 km. So far I have only alternator problem (stator was burned). Since this is usual fault I gave verdict "4 out of 5".

Suspension could be improved

Gem of an engine

Cannot Be faulted.

Could be more economical

Centre stand

much better that the parts would suggest. Great for A and B road blasting and Super comfy. Great for 2 Up in my Wifes opinion.

Smooth enough power and creamy smooth.

Typically honda.

Accurate Fuel gauge. Centre Stand Room under the seat. Superb with the Luggage.

not a comfy bike on long runs, handle bar risers help

rust on all the chrome and hose clips, bolt heads etc

hight adjustable screen

Brakes on my latest model ABS much improved over non ABS. The bike is good all rounder. 150 miles not stop not a problem.

Bullet proof de-tuned Fireblade engine, plenty of grunt

Typical Honda build 100% reliable all I have had have been totally reliable, Only part to fail was the battery on my last one, It was 4 years old.

Givi Panniers and top box give loads of space for long trips or holidays

Basic suspension gets found out when pushing hard

Honda should have let it have more power

50+mpg, dependable Honda

It has none, try to find a decent screen

Handles far better than a bike with a centre-stand has a right to. In fact, one problem I get is grinding away the foot rests and exhaust shroud when cranking it over too hard. Superb combined ABS package lets you get away with bad decisions that a standard setup wouldn't...i.e Hitting a corner too fast! Just apply the rear brake (braking is then split between front and rear calipers) to stay on line without the bike standing up out of the curve. Acceleration is incredible for a hefty bike with only(!) just over 100HP available at the throttle.

Power delivery is flawless and extremely smooth, with an incredible amount of torque, even in 6th gear at low speeds. Gear ratios are just about perfect and she sounds raw and meaty at just the right times.

Excellent (but slightly expensive) build quality, good equipment and finish. Nice touch with the height adjustable seat and variable handlebar positions. I can't understand why this bike appears so overlooked, because if you want a bike that can tour and give you a saturday afternoon thrill but can't afford to buy both, then you would be hard pushed to find a better buy.

Keeping broadly to speed limits and not yanking the throttle hard, I managed to turn in 260 miles on a full tank.

Could really do with a gear change indicator due to never knowing what gear I'm in because of the high torque. Nice touch with the adjustable screen, although a choice of clear and tinted would be nice.

Linked brakes work well and inspire confidence

Very smooth and effortless. More than enough for two-up touring

Honda charging for first service is disgraceful

Full luggage kit comes as standard.

Seat height is very adjustable and suits me with small legs. I can get both feet on the ground with it in the middle position. The screen can be a bit buffety, but I've put some spacers in to rake it back which improves it no end. Suspension is better than the old one with more adjustment as well.

No issues anywhere, Powerful engine. I've put a 17t front sprocket on which makes the speedo 100% accurate and means cruising is that much easier. Engine is more economical and seems to have shade more power than the old one. The display is much better and displays more information.

I've had mine for over 2 years now, it's got 10,000 miles on the clock and nothing has failed.

I do all my own oil and filter changes. It hasn't needed anything else yet.

I've added a gear indicator, scottoiler and heated grips. Mine came with full luggage and is superb for touring.

I love the newer ABS but think if you are used to a sports bike will find the brakes needing a good squeeze at times.

Great engine, pulls 6th gear from around 30mph (obviously not best practice) and on long twisty runs you seem to be able to stay in top everywhere! Smooth too and fast enough for any sensible person.

I always do my own servicing and this is a very easy modern bike to work on. Be embarrassed if you put this in for what amounts to an oil change and quick check-over. (Annual/4000 mile service)

Adjustable seat as standard is great and being short, I love the sensible (range) of seat heights on this bike.I had mine fitted with Pilot Road 4's from new and they are wonderful tyres.