Honda Cb650f Review

Used Buyer Review

The CB650F is Honda's bread-and-butter naked done properly. That inline-four pulls cleanly from 3,000rpm and absolutely sings above 8,000 — it's not a torque monster, but it rewards riders who actually use the rev range. Build quality is typically Honda bulletproof; I've seen high-mileage examples with original chains still running true. The riding position suits most body types without punishing your wrists on longer stints. Used, you're looking at bikes that were typically commuter-owned, which means varied maintenance histories. Always check the exhaust headers for rust patches — they collect road salt nastily. Fork seals are a known weak point around 20,000 miles, so budget accordingly. The stock suspension is competent but soft; previous owners who rode hard may have accelerated wear. At current used prices, the CB650F represents genuinely good value. It won't embarrass you on a twisty road and won't scare you in traffic. It's honest, capable, and deeply unfussy — exactly what a second or third bike should be.