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The CBR650R replaces the CBR650F on Honda’s line-up, with new, aggressive styling and a racier riding position to offer more highly-tuned sports performance for the street. The four-cylinder 650cc engine revs higher, and gets more power and torque, plus Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and an assist/slipper clutch. A 6kg weight loss means a 8% increase in power to weight ratio. Also new are 41mm Showa ‘SFF’ USD fork, radial-mount four-piston brake calipers and brand-new instruments. A 35kW conversion for A2 licence holders will also be available.
It’s a direction that’s been well received. In its 2019 debut year, the CBR650R was the second best-selling sports bike in Europe and, for 2021, the CBR650R continues its development curve with user-driven detail improvements and a major upgrade for the front suspension.
Taking styling cues directly from the 2018 CBR1000RR Fireblade, but with an attitude all of its own, ‘F’ becomes ‘R’ - indicating a potent shot of sporty ability that’s designed to be explored, used and enjoyed on the street.
In the process of its transformation the CBR650R has become, deliberately, a rare breed: a sports bike that provides similar pleasure, enjoyment and adrenaline to an RR machine, yet with enough practicality – and sensible running costs – to make it a viable option as day-to-day transport in addition to weekend fun.
It’s a direction that’s been well received. In its 2019 debut year, the CBR650R was the second best-selling sports bike in Europe and, for 2021, the CBR650R continues its development curve with user-driven detail improvements and a major upgrade for the front suspension.
Technical Specification
Type | Super Sport |
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Engine Type | Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC Inline-4 |
Engine Displacement | 649 cm³ |
Bore x Stroke (mm) | 67 x 46 |
Rear Brake | 240 mm x 5 mm disc single piston caliper |
Front Wheel | 6-spoke cast aluminium |
Rear Wheel | 6-spoke cast aluminium |
Frame Type | Steel Diamond Frame |
Seat Height | 810mm |
Final Drive | Chain |
Gearbox | 6-speed |