HONDA CB750 Hornet vs HONDA NC750X
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- HONDA CB750 Hornet 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
- HONDA NC750X 80 cm Tallest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 0.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 58.5 hp (HONDA NC750X) up to 92 hp (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Torque spans 69 Nm (HONDA NC750X) up to 75 Nm (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Weight spans 190 kg (HONDA CB750 Hornet) to 224 kg (HONDA NC750X).
- Displacement spans 700 cc (HONDA NC750X) to 750 cc (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
Reader votes so far — total 5: HONDA CB750 Hornet (3); HONDA NC750X (2).
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| Specification | HONDA CB750 Hornet | HONDA NC750X |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | HONDA |
| Model | HONDA CB750 Hornet | HONDA NC750X |
| Engine size | 750cc | 700cc |
| Power | 92hp | 58.5hp |
| Torque | 75nm. | 69nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 190kg | 224kg |
| Front brake | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial mount 4 piston calipers | 320mm single wavy hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and sintered metal pads. 2-channel ABS. |
| Rear brake | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper | 240mm single wavy hydraulic disc with 2-piston caliper and resin mold pads. 2-channel ABS. |
| Seat height (cm) | 79.5cm | 80cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR-17 | 120/70ZR-17M/C |
| Rear tyre | 160/60ZR-17 | 160/60ZR-17M/C |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Showa 41mm SFF-BPTMTM USD, 130mm travel | 41mm telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Adventure |
| Top speed | 220km/h | 185km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15.2 L – 6 L/100km | 14.1 L – 4 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $8299 | $9899 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -Assisted slipper clutch, 5 inch TFT screen, Type C USB -ESS, Three default rider modes; RAIN, STANDARD and SPORT -Three levels of Engine Power, Engine Brake and HSTC with integrated Wheelie Control -USER customisation option between the three levels. Emergency Stop System (ESS) |
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2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet vs 2023 HONDA NC750X: listed specifications
The 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet and 2023 HONDA NC750X differ on the listed specifications: the CB750 Hornet has more displacement, peak power and torque, and the higher listed top speed and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CB750 Hornet has a larger listed engine displacement (750 cc vs 700 cc).
Peak power
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed power advantage (92 hp vs 58.5 hp).
Torque
CB750 Hornet has a modest listed torque advantage (75 Nm vs 69 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed top-speed advantage (220 km/h vs 185 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB750 Hornet is notably lighter on the listed weight (190 kg vs 224 kg). CB750 Hornet and NC750X have very similar seat heights (79.5 cm vs 80 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, peak power, torque, listed top speed and weight, while seat height remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB750 Hornet vs HONDA NC750X?
HONDA CB750 Hornet is listed at 220 km/h (137 mph) vs 185 km/h (115 mph) for HONDA NC750X.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB750 Hornet or HONDA NC750X?
HONDA CB750 Hornet has 92 hp compared with 59 hp on the HONDA NC750X.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB750 Hornet or HONDA NC750X?
HONDA CB750 Hornet is lighter at 190 kg vs 224 kg for HONDA NC750X.
Which is better, HONDA CB750 Hornet or HONDA NC750X?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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