The Honda Street Range: A Complete Buyer's Guide
POSTED: 10/09/2026
The Honda Street Range: A Complete Buyer's Guide
From the learner friendly GB350S to the 155bhp CB1000 Hornet SP, here's every Honda Street model compared side by side
Honda's Street range covers more ground than almost any other manufacturer's naked line-up: relaxed retro singles, A2 licence friendly twins, characterful four-cylinder middleweights and full-power supernaked flagships, all built around the same reputation for reliability and everyday usability. With eleven models to choose from, working out which one actually suits you can take some sorting through.
This guide walks through every bike in the current Street range in one place: prices, key specifications, which licence category each one needs, and honest guidance on who each model is really for. All are available to view and test ride at Blade Honda.
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A quick way to compare all eleven models before reading the full guide below. Prices are on the road at Blade Honda and correct at the time of publication, always confirm the current figure with the sales team before ordering.
| Model | Price (OTR) | Engine | Power | Seat height | Licence needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GB350S | £3,999 | 348cc single | 15.5kW / 21bhp | 800mm | A2 |
| CL500 | £5,699 | 471cc twin | 34kW / 46bhp | 790mm | A2 |
| CB500 Hornet | £6,299 | 471cc twin | 35kW / 47bhp* | 785mm | A2 |
| CB500 Hornet E-Clutch | £6,399 | 471cc twin | 35kW / 47bhp* | 785mm | A2 |
| CB750 Hornet | £7,449 | 755cc twin | 67.5kW / 91bhp | 795mm | Full licence |
| CB750 Hornet E-Clutch | POA | 755cc twin | 67.5kW / 91bhp | 795mm | Full licence |
| CB650R E-Clutch | £7,999 | 649cc inline-4 | 70kW / 95bhp | 810mm | Full licence |
| CB650R | POA | 649cc inline-4 | 70kW / 95bhp | 810mm | Full licence |
| CB1000 Hornet | £9,099 | 999cc inline-4 | 111.6kW / 150bhp | 809mm | Full licence |
| CB1000 Hornet SP | £10,099 | 999cc inline-4 | 115.6kW / 155bhp | 809mm | Full licence |
| CB1000F | £10,599 | 999cc inline-4 | 91kW / 124bhp | 795mm | Full licence |
*Power figure not published on the live CB500 Hornet or CB500 Hornet E-Clutch pages, shown here based on the 471cc engine used elsewhere in Honda's A2 range. Confirm with Honda UK before publishing. POA: price on application, not available at time of writing.
Learner and A2 Licence Friendly
Four models in the Street range fall within the UK A2 licence limit (35kW maximum power, with a power to weight ratio no greater than 0.2kW per kilogram): the GB350S, CL500, CB500 Hornet and CB500 Hornet E-Clutch. These are the bikes to start with if you're two years into your riding career or newly off your CBT and A2 test, or simply want a manageable, confidence inspiring bike for daily use.
GB350S: the relaxed retro single
The GB350S is the most laid back bike in the entire Street range. Its air-cooled 348cc single makes a modest 15.5kW (21bhp), but it's paired with a low 178kg kerb weight and a torque figure, 29Nm at just 3,000rpm, that arrives early and stays easy to manage. Classic round headlight, spoked-look cast wheels and a single analogue-style dial give it genuine retro character rather than a modern bike dressed up to look old.
Honda quotes a range of around 570km from the 15 litre tank, useful for anyone who'd rather fill up occasionally than every other day. It's not a bike built for speed, it's built for relaxed, unhurried riding, and for a lot of new and returning riders that's exactly the point.
| Engine | 348cc air-cooled SOHC single |
| Power | 15.5kW (21bhp) at 5,500rpm |
| Torque | 29.0Nm at 3,000rpm |
| Kerb weight | 178kg |
| Seat height | 800mm |
| Fuel tank | 15 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £3,999 OTR |
CL500: scrambler looks, twin-cylinder punch
The CL500 takes the same 471cc parallel twin found across Honda's A2 range and wraps it in scrambler styling: a 19 inch front wheel, twin rear shocks, a raised exhaust silhouette and upswept tailpiece. It makes 34kW (46bhp) and 43.3Nm of torque, enough to feel genuinely lively rather than merely adequate, while staying safely inside the A2 limit.
At 191kg kerb weight with a 790mm seat height, it's an easy bike to manage at a standstill despite its chunkier looks, and the 41mm telescopic forks and twin shocks give it a slightly firmer, more purposeful ride than a typical A2 commuter. If you want A2 friendly performance with genuine visual character, this is the one to look at first.
| Engine | 471cc liquid-cooled DOHC twin |
| Power | 34kW (46bhp) at 8,500rpm |
| Torque | 43.3Nm at 6,000rpm |
| Kerb weight | 191kg |
| Seat height | 790mm |
| Fuel tank | 12 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £5,699 OTR |
The CB500 Hornet: two ways into the same platform
The CB500 Hornet and CB500 Hornet E-Clutch use the same well proven 471cc parallel twin. The only difference between them is how you use the clutch.
CB500 Hornet: sharp styling, A2 friendly performance
The CB500 Hornet uses a 471cc twin-cylinder engine and carries the sharper, insect-inspired styling that's become a Honda naked bike signature: a compact tail unit, angular tank shrouds and an aggressive stance. It's a manageable 188kg and sits at a 785mm seat height.
Honda's own product page doesn't publish a separate power figure for this model. Based on the same 471cc twin used elsewhere in Honda's A2 range, expect broadly the same character: A2 friendly, easy to ride smoothly, and happy to be used every day. Worth confirming the exact figure with the team if it matters to you.
| Engine | 471cc liquid-cooled twin |
| Power / torque | Not published, please confirm* |
| Kerb weight | 188kg |
| Seat height | 785mm |
| Fuel tank | 17.1 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £6,299 OTR |
*Please confirm the exact CB500 Hornet power and torque figures with Honda UK before publishing.
CB500 Hornet E-Clutch: the same bike, without the clutch lever
Mechanically almost identical to the standard CB500 Hornet, this version adds Honda's E-Clutch system: an automated clutch that handles pulling away, slowing down and gear changes without you needing to use the clutch lever, while keeping full manual control of when you shift gear via the regular foot lever. It's not a full automatic, it's a clever halfway point that many riders find takes the stress out of slow-speed manoeuvring and stop-start traffic.
At 191kg it's a touch heavier than the standard Hornet due to the added E-Clutch hardware, and Honda similarly doesn't publish a separate power figure, again worth confirming with the team.
| Engine | 471cc twin with Honda E-Clutch |
| Power / torque | NA |
| Kerb weight | 191kg |
| Seat height | 785mm |
| Fuel tank | 17.1 litres |
| Instruments | 5-inch TFT, Honda RoadSync |
| Price at Blade Honda | £6,399 OTR |
Stepping Up: the CB650R Four-Cylinder Middleweight
Beyond the A2 licence, the CB650R marks the first proper step up in performance within the Street range: a genuine four-cylinder engine with a soundtrack and top-end character that a twin simply can't match, in a compact and manageable middleweight package.
CB650R: four-cylinder character, manageable size
The CB650R's 649cc inline-four produces 70kW (around 95bhp) at a heady 12,000rpm and 63Nm of torque at 9,500rpm, figures that reward a rider who enjoys using the whole rev range rather than short-shifting everywhere. At 203kg kerb weight and an 810mm seat height, it's noticeably taller and heavier than the CB500 range, closer to a full-sized naked bike than a stepping stone.
Dual radial-mount four-piston calipers on 310mm discs give it braking to match the performance.
| Engine | 649cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-4 |
| Power | 70kW (95bhp) at 12,000rpm |
| Torque | 63Nm at 9,500rpm |
| Kerb weight | 203kg |
| Seat height | 810mm |
| Fuel tank | 15.4 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | POA, please confirm |
CB650R E-Clutch: the 2026 model, with Honda's automated clutch
This is the current 2026 CB650R with Honda's E-Clutch system added, giving you the same 70kW inline-four and 63Nm of torque, without needing to use the clutch lever for gear changes or pulling away. At 205.8kg it's marginally heavier than the standard CB650R due to the extra E-Clutch hardware, otherwise the specification is close to identical.
Four colours are available: Matte Jeans Blue Metallic, Grand Prix Red, Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic and Candy Energy Orange. At £7,999 on the road.
| Engine | 649cc inline-4 with Honda E-Clutch |
| Power | 70kW (95bhp) at 12,000rpm |
| Torque | 63Nm at 9,500rpm |
| Kerb weight | 205.8kg |
| Seat height | 810mm |
| Fuel tank | 15.4 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £7,999 OTR |
The Hornet Family: 750cc to 1000cc
Honda's Hornet naming now spans four full licence models, from the 755cc parallel twin CB750 Hornet through to the 999cc four-cylinder CB1000 Hornet SP. All share the same sharp, insect-inspired styling language, scaled up as the performance increases.
CB750 Hornet: the mid-range sweet spot
The CB750 Hornet's 755cc parallel twin, with its 270-degree crank for a characterful, uneven firing order, produces 67.5kW (around 91bhp) at 9,500rpm and a strong 75Nm of torque at just 7,250rpm. That torque figure is the headline: it means real, usable pull from low revs, not just an impressive number on a spec sheet.
At 192kg with a manageable 795mm seat height, and radial-mount four-piston Nissin brakes on 296mm discs, it's built to feel light and eager rather than intimidating, despite genuinely strong performance for the money.
| Engine | 755cc liquid-cooled parallel twin, 270° crank |
| Power | 67.5kW (91bhp) at 9,500rpm |
| Torque | 75Nm at 7,250rpm |
| Kerb weight | 192kg |
| Seat height | 795mm |
| Fuel tank | 15.2 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £7,449 OTR |
CB750 Hornet E-Clutch: the 2027 model, clutch lever optional
Listed as a 2027 model on Honda's own product page, this is the CB750 Hornet with E-Clutch fitted, using the same 755cc twin, 67.5kW and 75Nm of torque, with the option to ride entirely without the clutch lever. It's slightly heavier than the standard CB750 Hornet at 196kg, reflecting the added actuator hardware, and is offered in four colours including Grand Prix Red and Gunmetal Black Metallic.
Price isn't published on the live product page for this model yet, likely reflecting its early 2027 model-year listing, so call the sales team for the current price.
| Engine | 755cc twin with Honda E-Clutch |
| Power | 67.5kW (91bhp) at 9,500rpm |
| Torque | 75Nm at 7,250rpm |
| Kerb weight | 196kg |
| Seat height | 795mm |
| Model year | 2027 (as listed on Honda's product page) |
| Price at Blade Honda | POA, please confirm |
CB1000 Hornet: four-cylinder performance, honest pricing
Step up to the CB1000 Hornet and you get a full 999cc four-cylinder engine producing 111.6kW, around 150bhp, at 11,000rpm and 104Nm of torque at 9,000rpm. That's genuine supernaked territory, at a price that undercuts most direct rivals by a considerable margin.
At 211kg with a 809mm seat height, radial-mount Nissin brakes on 310mm floating discs and a 5-inch full colour TFT with Honda RoadSync connectivity, it's a lot of performance bike for £9,099. If you want the four-cylinder experience without the SP's premium suspension and brake upgrades, this is where to start.
| Engine | 999cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-4 |
| Power | 111.6kW (150bhp) at 11,000rpm |
| Torque | 104Nm at 9,000rpm |
| Kerb weight | 211kg |
| Seat height | 809mm |
| Fuel tank | 16.2 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £9,099 OTR |
CB1000 Hornet SP: the range flagship
The CB1000 Hornet SP tops the entire Street range. The same 999cc four-cylinder engine is tuned for a little more, 115.6kW (around 155bhp) at 11,000rpm and 107Nm of torque at 9,000rpm, and it's paired with genuine premium hardware: an Ohlins rear shock, upgraded brake components and a bi-directional quickshifter over the standard CB1000 Hornet.
At 212kg with a 809mm seat height, it remains manageable despite the extra performance on tap. For riders who want the most complete, best equipped bike in the Honda Street range, and are happy to pay £1,000 more than the standard CB1000 Hornet for it, the SP is the one to test ride.
| Engine | 999cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-4 |
| Power | 115.6kW (155bhp) at 11,000rpm |
| Torque | 107Nm at 9,000rpm |
| Kerb weight | 212kg |
| Seat height | 809mm |
| Fuel tank | 16.2 litres |
| Price at Blade Honda | £10,099 OTR |
CB1000F: the Retro-Styled Flagship
The CB1000F sits apart from the Hornet family, using the same 999cc four-cylinder platform but tuned and styled with a different brief entirely: classic roadster proportions over aggressive naked bike aggression.
A retro flagship with genuine four-cylinder pace
Listed as a 2026 model, the CB1000F produces 91kW (124bhp) at 9,000rpm and 103Nm of torque at 8,000rpm from the same basic 999cc four-cylinder engine used in the Hornet models, tuned here for a broader, more relaxed spread of power rather than an outright peak-power number. It's styled to evoke Honda's classic CB roadsters, with round details, a more upright riding position and understated bodywork rather than sharp Hornet-style angles.
At 214kg and a 795mm seat height, with a 16 litre tank and Honda's Smart Key keyless system, it's built as a bike you'd happily cover real distance on, not just commute or weekend blast. At £10,599 it's the most expensive model in the Street range.
| Engine | 999cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-4 |
| Power | 91kW (124bhp) at 9,000rpm |
| Torque | 103Nm at 8,000rpm |
| Kerb weight | 214kg |
| Seat height | 795mm |
| Fuel tank | 16 litres |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Price at Blade Honda | £10,599 OTR |
Common Questions
Which Honda Street bike can I ride on an A2 licence?
The GB350S, CL500 and CB500 Hornet models all fall within the UK A2 licence limit of 35kW and a power-to-weight ratio of no more than 0.2kW per kilogram. The CB650R, CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet models all produce well over 35kW and need a full category A licence.
What's the difference between the Honda Hornet models?
The CB500 Hornet is the A2 licence friendly entry point, the CB750 Hornet steps up to a 755cc parallel twin for full licence holders, and the CB1000 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP use a 999cc four-cylinder engine derived from Honda's Fireblade for the most performance in the family. The SP adds Brembo Stylema front calipers, an Ohlins rear shock and a bi-directional quickshifter over the standard CB1000 Hornet.
What does Honda E-Clutch do, and is it worth having?
Honda E-Clutch removes the need to pull the clutch lever for gear changes and pulling away, while keeping a conventional manual gearbox and foot shifter. It's a genuine convenience for stop-start riding and can be switched off if you prefer to use the clutch lever yourself. It's available as an option on the CB500 Hornet, CB650R and CB750 Hornet.
Which Honda Street bike is best for a first motorcycle?
For most new riders, the CB500 Hornet or CL500 make the most sense: both are A2 licence compliant, have a manageable seat height and kerb weight, and use a proven, easy to live with 471cc twin-cylinder engine. The GB350S is an even gentler option for riders who want a relaxed, single-cylinder retro bike.
Can I test ride any of these at Blade Honda?
Yes. Every model in the Street range can be booked for a test ride at Blade Honda in Abingdon or Stratford-upon-Avon, subject to licence category and stock availability.
Where can I see the Honda Street range in person?
Blade Honda has two showrooms: Abingdon and Stratford-upon-Avon. Contact your nearest dealership to check current stock before you visit.
Whichever Street model has caught your eye, the best next step is always the same: come and sit on it, and book a test ride if your licence category allows. Our team can talk you through finance options and the right bike for your experience level across either of our two Honda showrooms.
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