What causes Throttle-by-wire glitches and hesitation on the Honda CB1000 Hornet?

Test throttle response at all RPMs during test ride Estimated fix cost: $100-$300

What causes Faulty quickshifter missed or false neutrals on the Honda CB1000 Hornet?

Shift through all gears aggressively on test ride Estimated fix cost: $0-$150

Check fan activates, inspect coolant level and condition Estimated fix cost: $80-$250

Feel for pulsing under hard braking, inspect rotor surface Estimated fix cost: $200-$500

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Honda CB1000 Hornet. What to check and how much repairs cost.

MODERATE

Test throttle response at all RPMs during test ride

Fix cost: $100-$300

MINOR

Shift through all gears aggressively on test ride

Fix cost: $0-$150

MODERATE

Check fan activates, inspect coolant level and condition

Fix cost: $80-$250

MODERATE

Feel for pulsing under hard braking, inspect rotor surface

Fix cost: $200-$500

☐Check service history and dealer stamps

☐Inspect frame and swingarm for crash damage

☐Verify Honda software updates applied via dealer

☐Test all electronics, modes, and TFT display

Generally solid but still relatively new model