One of Honda’s Most Affordable and Rider-Friendly Street Bikes Gets Better the Only Way It CanGear PatrolSteve MazzucchiUpdatedTue, September 8, 2026 at 5:02 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleThe already popular CB750 Hornet adds to its appeal with a quartet of compelling colorways for the 2027 model year.If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn moreIn case you missed it, Honda has been leading the charge when it comes to making motorcycles easier to ride.The brand's DCT (dual-clutch transmission) tech enabled automatic shifting years ago, but its newer E-Clutch system is arguably more appealing, as it retains some of manual shifting's charm.The 2027 Hornet arrives in four all-new colorways, including Glint Wave Blue/Mat Ballistic Black (shown here). - Credit: HondaE-Clutch came to the CB750 Hornet last year, adding a new dimension of approachability to a bike that's been one of Honda's best sellers since its launch in 2023.AdvertisementAdvertisementIf that doesn't get your attention, perhaps four shiny 2027 colorways, at the same affordable price point as the 2026 bike, will.Paint It Black (and Silver and Red and Blue)Just introduced to the UK (which typically means a US announcement should come within weeks), the popular middleweight naked is unchanged mechanically from last year's model.That means the return of E-Clutch, which allows riders to change gears simply by contacting the shift pedal.E-Clutch retains a squeezable clutch lever, giving riders the feel of manual shifting with the ease of automation. - Credit: HondaGranted, the way it eases starting, stopping, speeding up and slowing down is targeted at newer riders.Yet there still is a clutch you can squeeze, meaning you essentially have the sort of bi-directional quickshifter common to high-performance sport bikes.Honda is so confident in its E-Clutch tech that it is the only transmission option for the 2027 Hornet. (Shown here: Grand Prix Red and Gunmetal Black Metallic) - Credit: HondaHonda continues to demonstrate its faith in the tech with the new Hornet, as it is only offered with E-Clutch, in four brand-new colorways to boot. AdvertisementAdvertisementThey are: Gunmetal Black Metallic and Ballistic Black Metallic, Mat Beta Silver Metallic and Iridium Gray Metallic, Glint Wave Blue and Mat Ballistic Black Metallic, and Grand Prix Red and Gunmetal Black Metallic. The 755cc parallel-twin engine returns with its claimed outputs of 90.5 horsepower at 9,500 rpm and 55 lb-ft of torque at 7,250 rpm. (Shown here: Mat Beta Silver Metallic and Iridium Gray Metallic) - Credit: HondaThe brand clearly didn't see much (or any) room for improvement otherwise, as it brings back the 755cc parallel twin and its claimed 90.5 horsepower at 9,500rpm and 55 Ib-ft of torque at 7,250rpm.Also returning are its Showa inverted forks, Pro-Link-powered rear suspension, Nissin brakes, 5-inch TFT display and loads of electronic rider aids.With Showa, Pro-Link and Nissin, the CB750 Hornet's suspension and braking hardware remains the same quality spec for 2027. (Shown here: Mat Ballistic Black Metallic.) - Credit: HondaHighlights include three riding modes (Rain, Standard and Sport), plus two User modes, three-level Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and Wheelie Control with three-level Engine Power and Engine Braking adjustability.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe UK model retains the 2026 £7,549 starting figure, so we can only imagine that pricing approach will carry over to the US release, ensuring this Hornet doesn't sting your wallet (too much).Availability and pricingThe 2027 CB750 Hornet E-Clutch is available now across the pond, starting at £7,549.Based on traditional Honda's release patterns, I'd expect a US announcement in a matter of weeks, along with the familiar starting price of $7,999.2027 CB750 Hornet E-Clutch Learn More About the Author:Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men's Health, Men's Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone's bike seat is at the proper height.AdvertisementAdvertisementWant to stay up to date on the latest product news and releases? Add Gear Patrol as a preferred source to ensure our independent journalism makes it to the top of your Google search results.