Honda Hornet 750

[Matt_Harrington]

I suppose this bike qualifies for this section as the 750 is actually a SOHC!!

Anyone got one of these and can give me their thoughts on it?

Considering a new bike in the spring and it is one on the list (together with the Triumph Tiger 660 and Triumph Speed 400)

[Johnny4428]

Exciting times Matt with the prospect of a new bike! Like the look of the Hornet personally. Having said that I would have either of these models.

[Matt_Harrington]

Indeed - no hurry but defo need something a little lighter as I put a few years on!!

[SteveD CB500K0]

I traded my Tiger 900 for a 660. The 900 was too big and I wanted a 120° triple for the smoother ride.

Not regretted it.


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[Laverda Dave]

I've heard good reports on the Hornet Matt. Have you considered the NT? A mate of mine who is a bike mechanic and who loves his sports bikes (I bought his Blackbird from him a few years ago, I still regret selling it) bought the NT and he thought he would keep it for a year and sell it on. Five years later and he loves it and wouldn't consider swapping it for anything else. He's in his late 50’s and loves the riding position and the storage space in the dummy fuel tank and it's Japan built and has a fantastic quality of build.
He thought the 54bhp wouldn't be enough but it's the way it delivers it for real world riding is what he likes most about it. Fuel economy is up in the 70-80mpg territory and servicing is a breeze with the engine tilted forward with screw and locknut valve clearances.
I seriously considered chopping in the VFR but the dealer only offered £1500px and I didn't go through with the deal.
I would book a test ride on the Hornet and the NT and see what you think.

[Orcade-Ian]

As Johnny says Matt, always exciting times when you are intending adding another steed to the stable. Although I'm 7 years nearer the skip than you are, I finished with 35 years of GoldWings early last year and wondered 'where next?'  I looked at the NT and also the 750 Forza and eventually decided that as Christine no longer goes on the bikes that a 350 Forza would be adequate.  How wrong I was! It's FAR more than adequate, it's relatively light, very economical, rides like a small GoldWing, has oodles of luggage space and deceptively quick for it's engine size and I'm hopefully using it later this year for a tour of Germany and Austria.  I've already done 3500 miles on it since late May and have used it in most weathers (not on ice and snow). It's also SOHC! 
Like you, I've still got my other bikes for a blast with gears to play with and for shows and meets but the Forza is such a capable tool - At my age I no longer feel I have anything to prove and don't mind being sneered at by GS 'Adventure' bike owners.

Ian

[Matt_Harrington]

Dave, the NT is far too heavy for my liking - but a great bike, nonetheless. Interestingly, it seems to be a trend at the moment that dealers are offering low p/ex values - mind you I wouldn't want to be a dealer in the current market.
Ian, I had a good shufty at a Forza when I was last in Lanzarote and was quite impressed by it. I may consider it....
Steve, anything negative to report on the 660 - It is certainly a very capable all rounder....

[SteveD CB500K0]

Not really Matt.

The seat gets a bit hard after a couple of hours and it doesn’t have a centre stand.


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[Laverda Dave]

Dave, the NT is far too heavy for my liking - but a great bike, nonetheless. Interestingly, it seems to be a trend at the moment that dealers are offering low p/ex values - mind you I wouldn't want to be a dealer in the current market.
Ian, I had a good shufty at a Forza when I was last in Lanzarote and was quite impressed by it. I may consider it....
Steve, anything negative to report on the 660 - It is certainly a very capable all rounder....

Apologies Matt I should have said the NC not the NT😳🙄, another senior moment! I was only offered the £1,500 because they have known me since I was 17 and I'm 62 now!

[Matt_Harrington]

Ah NC - that makes more sense. Don't know it  - will investigate....

[Orcade-Ian]

Oops,
I also meant the NC750! Think that's the same core engine from the 750 Forza and everyone says it's half a Honda Jazz engine, I'm not sure that's quite true.  The NC has a great amount of luggage space  and it's more of a conventional bike for folks who shy away from scooters.  After the 1500 Wing, the NC was a doddle but I still prefer my Forza overall.

Ian