Honda CB1000R+

The 2018 CB1000R is a dramatic redesign of its 2008 namesake. That bike brought together a retuned 2006 Fireblade engine, a cast-aluminium backbone frame, single-sided swingarm and sharp, angular styling. The new model swaps the frame for a lighter steel item, releases a further 20bhp from the motor (bigger throttle bodies; new pistons; more valve lift), and adds a ride-by-wire throttle, traction control and rider modes. It also has new forks, a fatter rear tyre, a shorter swingarm, a higher and wider handlebar and, most obviously, a completely different look — traditional naked with a modern twist.

The CB1000R costs £11,229, though we’re riding the CB1000R+, which adds heated grips, aluminium trim, radiator cover and a two-way quickshifter, for a £1000 premium.

SPEC Price £12,299 Engine 998cc inline four, 4v per cyl, l/c Power 143bhp @ 10,500rpm Torque 77lb·ft @ 8250rpm Transmission 6-speed, chain Frame steel backbone Front suspension 43mm forks, 120mm travel, adjustable preload, rebound and compression Rear suspension monoshock, 131mm travel, adjustable preload and rebound Front brakes 310mm discs, 4-piston calipers Rear brake 256mm disc, 2-piston caliper Front tyre 120/70 ZR17 Rear tyre 190/55 ZR17 Wheelbase 1455mm Rake/trail 25°/100mm Seat height 830mm Kerb weight 212kg (measured) Fuel capacity 16.2 litres

PCP FINANCE Price £12,299 Deposit £2405.07 Monthly repayments 36 x £139.00 Optional final payment £6608.46 APR 6.9% Total payable £14,017.52 Annual mileage 4000