HONDA CB750 Nighthawk (2000-2001) Specs, Performance & Photos

The CB750 was first introduced in 1969 in the US and European markets after the company experienced success with its smaller models, and at the time, Honda motorcycles were the world's largest sellers.

The bike was included in the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Classic Bikes, in The Art of the Motorcycle exhibition, was in the UK National Motor Museum, and named the "Greatest Motorbikes Ever" by the Discovery Channel.

Also, the CB750 was the first modern four-cylinder machine from a mainstream manufacturer, and the term "superbike" was coined to describe it. Some features that added value to the bike included the electric starter, kill switch, dual mirrors, flashing turn signals, and easily maintained valves, with an overall smoothness and low vibration on road or at standstill.

In 2001, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB750 Nighthawk, a nifty allrounder street machine loaded with contemporary technology, but with the looks of the acclaimed roadster of the 1970s.

The compact bike offered great maneuverability and a comfortable upright seating position, while the one-piece two-up seat provided plenty of room for the rider and passenger. Also, the machine featured maintenance-free hydraulic valve-lash adjusters and sheared technology with the Goldwing and Shadow bike families.

As for the power figures, the 2001 Honda CB750 Nighthawk took its thrust from a 747cc four-stroke four-cylinder air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 75 hp with maximum strength at 8,500 rpm and 64 Nm (47 lb-ft) of torque available at 7,500 rpm.