Honda Cb650f vs Honda Cb650r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cb650f vs Honda Cb650r. Honda Cb650f: 86 hp @ 11,000 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Honda Cb650r: 95 hp @ 12,000 rpm hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 210 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cb650f
Honda Cb650r
Horsepower (hp)
86 hp
95 hp
Torque (Nm)
63 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
210 km/h
210 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
208 kg
202 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
86 hp @ 11,000 rpm
95 hp @ 12,000 rpm
Torque
63 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
210 km/h
210 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
202 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approximately 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb650f
7.8/10
"A dependable, rewarding naked that earns its reputation on every ride."
Pros
+Silky inline-four engine
+Outstanding Honda reliability
+Neutral versatile riding position
Cons
−Fork seals wear prematurely
−Headers rust aggressively
−Uninspiring below 6,000rpm
Honda Cb650r
8.0/10
"The finest used middleweight naked under five grand, full stop."
Pros
+Incredible high-rev inline-four
+Rock-solid Honda reliability
+Stunning neo-retro styling
Cons
−Weak stock rear suspension
−Flat low-rpm throttle response
−Minimal wind protection
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