Saying that reactions to the 2023 Honda CB750 Hornet have been mixed would be an optimistic statement. While some enthusiasts have voiced excitement over the Hornet nameplate returning to Big Red’s range, the new naked bike’s departure from previous model conventions has disappointed many. The CB750’s new design also informs that chilly reception.
Prior to the Hornet’s October 4, 2022, debut, Honda paraded edgy concept drawings before the public. Many critics drew parallels between the original designs and KTM’s 890 Duke line, but the finished product took a much more conservative route. To integrate classic Hornet design elements while further modernizing the model, prolific digital designer Kar Lee overhauled the underwhelming aesthetics.
