Honda CB1000 Hornet vs Suzuki Katana: specs compared
Side-by-side specs of the Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025-present) and the Suzuki Katana (2022-present), using the latest model year of each.
Key differences
- Power: Honda CB1000 Hornet 155 hp, Suzuki Katana 150 hp.
- Torque: Honda CB1000 Hornet 107 Nm, Suzuki Katana 106 Nm.
- Weight: Honda CB1000 Hornet 212 kg, Suzuki Katana 215 kg.
Key figures
Power hp
- Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025-present)155 (best)
- Suzuki Katana (2022-present)150
Torque Nm
- Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025-present)107 (best)
- Suzuki Katana (2022-present)106
Weight kg
- Honda CB1000 Hornet (2025-present)212 (best)
- Suzuki Katana (2022-present)215
Full specs
| Specification |  2025-present · SP Remove |  2022-present Remove |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Hypernaked | Hypernaked |
| Years | 2025-present | 2022-present |
| Engine | 999cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-four (Fireblade-derived, exhaust valve for extra top-end) | 999cc long-stroke inline-four, Euro 5-compliant revision with new cam profiles/valve springs/exhaust/airbox, ride-by-wire throttle |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Power | 155 hp @ 11,000 rpmBest | 150 hp @ 11,000 rpm |
| Torque | 107 Nm @ 9,000 rpmBest | 106 Nm @ 9,250 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual with assist/slipper clutch and standard-fit up/down quickshifter | 6-speed manual with bi-directional quickshifter and assist-and-slipper clutch, chain final drive |
| Final drive | chain | chain |
| Weight | 212 kg (wet)Best | 215 kg (wet) |
| Seat height | 809 mm | 825 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 LBest | 12 L |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa SFF-BP inverted fork, fully adjustable (preload, compression, rebound) | 43mm KYB inverted fork, fully adjustable (spring preload, compression and rebound damping), ~120mm travel |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins TTX36 rear shock via Pro-Link linkage, remote reservoir, fully adjustable (preload, compression, rebound) | KYB monoshock, adjustable spring preload and rebound damping, ~130mm travel |
| Brake system | 2-channel Cornering ABS | Bosch ABS standard; 5-level switchable traction control; ride-by-wire throttle with 3 ride modes |
| Front brake | 310mm dual discs, radial-mounted Brembo Stylema 4-piston calipers with Brembo radial front master cylinder | Dual 310mm discs with radial-mount Brembo monobloc 4-piston calipers (four 32mm pistons) |
| Rear brake | 240mm single disc, single-piston caliper | Single 250mm disc with single-piston caliper |
| Front tire | 120/70ZR17 | 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W), Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 |
| Rear tire | 180/55ZR17 | 190/50 ZR17 M/C, Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 |
| Quickshifter | Yes | Yes |
| Launch price | GBP 9,999 (UK) | Not available |