First launched as a 600cc model in 1998 (the 1996 CB250F was Japan-only), the popular naked middleweight motorcycle has now returned as the cost effective CB750. And as a capable all-rounder, you can increase the carrying capacity and versatility with the new SW-Motech luggage for the 2023 Honda Hornet.
As a former Hornet owner, I used mine for everything from track days to touring trips. So I can appreciate the need for increasing the luggage capacity, and also anything that can be quickly and easily removed at your destination. I liked mine so much, my dad actually bought the same model (the 2007 version with the more angular nose), while friends have owned models dating back all the way to the original.
And the new model is likely to appeal to a range of riders, coming in at £6,999, less than rivals, with a 91 bhp parallel twin cylinder engine, 190kg weight and a low 795mm seat height. All of which should make it good for commuting or longer trips.
here. And you can check out all our news and coverage of Honda motorcycles, here. If you can’t stretch to a new Hornet, then older models are still well worth checking out, and there’s always a wide selection for sale via eBay. I’m definitely keeping an eye out for a secondhand grey import CB250F…
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New SW-Motech Pro Cosmo Backpack Released
One of the slight downsides to motorcycling can be luggage space, especially on a sports bike. But the new SW-Motech Pro Cosmo backpack could make it easier with up to 17 litres of storage space split across four compartments, so everything isn’t getting jumbled up and thrown about.
Along with a main area, you also get a section which can fit a laptop or hydration pack, a zipped mesh area for smaller items to avoid losing them in the bottom of your bag, and a section in the lid for anything you might need to access quickly. And the Pro Cosmo also has a MOLLE system if you want to attach more accessories on the outside.
There are plenty of options on the market for backpacks, but a good example is one that you can wear for long rides without aches and pains. The SW-Motech Pro Cosmo backpack features a pre-curved back panel covered in air-permeable mesh. Along with a hip belt to spread the load, the shoulder straps are broad and padded, and are secured with a quick-lock system so you can remove the pack without taking your gloves off.
The SW-Motech Pro Cosmo Backpack costs £122 including VAT, which is a similar price to most of the better rucksacks on the market. And if you’re regularly commuting and need to carry your work gear, or going on longer trips, investing a reasonable amount in a good backpack is definitely a wise move if you want to be able to walk normally at the end of your journey.
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