Faults:

No faults at all - just normal maintenance.

General Comments:

This bike is very, very easy to ride. I came off a VTR250 after a long time of not riding, and have never needed more power. The handling more than makes up for any power that other bikes may have over this one. Over the winding roads it is hard to touch, even with my 6'3" 95KG frame. I have had frantic superbikes in the distant past, but I have no need to live on the edge now. I think the CB600 would be fine as a beginner bike, or just as an all-rounder as I use it.

Incredibly unstressed and reliable, but still surprises other bikes at times. Others who have tried it, including owners of high-performance Triumphs and Ducatis are surprised by it, but think the lack of edginess and danger is a negative. I don't.

The gearbox is silky smooth, and it is just all-round competent. As with all bikes - good tyres make it very different. I have thought about mods from time to-time, but in the end preferred to keep it as Honda intended.

Faults:

The only problem I've had with this bike is the cam chain tension adjuster broke. I fitted the new one myself no problem.

General Comments:

This is my first middleweight bike after passing my test. As said in a previous review, it's an ideal first big bike.

Reliability, handling, comfort, and confidence building are in my opinion second to none.

The power is enough for anyone, and still brings a smile to my face when the throttle is fully open.

I use this bike on the daily commute, and on weekends to the local meet; no complaints here, I love this bike, it's a great all-rounder.

Faults:

It's a imported Honda Hornet, it may be at fault?

At 7,000 revs it can cut out (no power) and then cuts back in after few seconds.

If riding slowly, ie not reving bike in high gear, it will go all day without any problems.

I have been told these bikes are restricted abroad, but I have full power on mine. I have gone up to 110 miles per hour...

I do allot of small journeys to work every day; 3 miles there and back... any suggestions?

Faults:

Nothing at all... totally reliable.

General Comments:

Super bike, I turned it into a streetfighter from the day I got it.

Was quick enough for what I wanted, had some great times on that bike, kept up with R6's and a friend's 748 duke. As with all bikes like that though, long treks do take their toll on your shoulders because of the lack of wind protection.

It's a great all rounder too, and comfortable for a pillion. Unlike my XB9R, which was very small, this could cope 2's up or say 200 miles, and not be to uncomfortable.

Faults:

The bike will not tick over properly from a warm start. I have to hold the throttle open for a minute or so before it will idle without stalling. Service is due soon. Hopefully it will be sorted.

No other problems at all.

General Comments:

It has been 6 months and 3,000 miles on the Hornet since I passed my bike test. I took in all the advice and bought the Hornet as "my first big bike", and I definitely made the right choice.

It gives a very comfortable, upright riding position, with a low seat height, though I might say just a bit too small in overall dimensions for a 6-foot, 13-stone man.

The power, handling and brakes are all much more capable than me at the moment, but all is smooth, forgiving and confidence inspiring, and all I can do is continue to gain confidence on this bike.

Running costs are very good. Low insurance group, and fairly economical on fuel.

It comes highly recommended to anyone just starting out in biking, but I've heard of so many people who keep them for years.