Honda CB650R | 2019 | REVIEW | First impression

[@ioanbeynon6272]

Took the cb650r out today for a test ride. My new one should be ready in a week. Well done honda.

[@captainaverage721]

Think Honda have nailed it with this new neo classic styling Ive never been a fan of the transformer look

[@gss6531]

This bike alone is the reason for me aiming to get my bike licence this year at bloody 30!! Feel old already lads.

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

Just turned 30 myself and got an SR400 as my first road bike. Cheers bruv.

[@onymadfant9824]

G S S 30 as well and dong my licence, my first bike will be this or an sv650 :)

[@Mrfish2015]

You're young

[@gss6531]

@@onymadfant9824 Nice to see I won't be the only one then! I'm thinking something naked!!

[@iGhost]

Better this way I believe. The younger a person is, the more likely you'll be laying your bike down. Unless at 30 you happen to be the irresponsible guy :p

[@brilwiljeff]

I don't know what motivates people like you to post videos but I'm glad you do. Thanks

[@turvyjj9232]

Open roof e-type, open roof lambo, almost 0 degrees, I love these brits.

[@Real_MisterSir]

well this is spring weather anyways.. As a Danish guy, I can testify to the way of seeing any day with blue sky and sun as being worthy of anything spring-related, like driving with the top down or going for a picnic in the park xD

[@Mrfish2015]

We are not known for being normal

[@Rusiputki]

Yeah and in the summer the cunts have the roof and windows up with the air condition on. +20c at best

[@dannyboy22racer]

warmer than on a bike...

[@tobi8898]

Just got a Honda cb300r this summer as my first bike and im already excited to get one of these in 2-3 years!

[@stevehillredvan]

I have a 300R. Great bikes!

[@Digitalistical]

Same here! Been an awesome bike so far!

[@MrDaleOG]

CB300R gang! ayyyye!

[@Visceral66]

I'm trying to get one in the next month or 2 I'm in the U.S what you guys pay out the door if you dont mind sharing

[@Digitalistical]

@@Visceral66 I paid a little over 5k with taxes included. Located in Michigan. Definitely an awesome bike. A bunch of companies are already making aftermarket parts for the CB300R.

[@650ib]

I ❤️ the Bronzie colour. Nice little bike indeed. It will do... It will do

[@arioncatalan6518]

tooooo weak for your type of bike we all know that , and its not premium or limited edition or those kind of sort.

[@Soshi12005]

I can see the black and bronze doing well

[@Audfile]

@@arioncatalan6518 sometimes you just want a honda cb 650

[@twistn-grips]

I'm really like your style of reviews or impressions of the bikes you bring to us. Kinda professional with a little humor thrown in the mix. Makes me watch the entire video and, for the most part, get answers to any questions I may have had about the bike. Most, or ALOT, of others reviews are just to hard to get through the whole video to know if what I was wanting to know about the bike was even spoke of lol. Nice job fella.

[@davidfennessey2727]

Hi great review after two test rides here in UK have ordered a blue one with comfort pack and quickshifter it’s going to be a long 4 weeks before it arrives just got back into motorcycling in last 6 months after 28 years I’m 52 now very easy and confident to ride after a few minutes role on summer

[@MarkGomesdotin]

Finally a tall person bike review :) Thank You!

[@Mrfish2015]

most bikes are not designed for us

[@markb3180]

@@Mrfish2015 I'm 6' 2" and considering getting a cb650r, in your opinion am I to tall for one??

[@Slayback2102]

@@markb3180 Test ride one and you'll see :) I'm 6' 3" and will do that immediately after getting my licence soon :D

[@pippamiles7908]

the guys at Dobles are great bought my first bike from them on Saturday and the team were really helpful and friendly! would definitely recommend them

[@Mrfish2015]

Glad they treated you well

[@stephencooper7514]

Fully comprehensive review, a joy to watch.

[@cliveomahoney4096]

I've had my black one for a week. Excellent in the wet. Which is fortunate. Looking forward to 2 days of summer. Love the quickshifter, the slipper clutch, the suspension and the tyres are better than I thought they'd be. I traded my Tracer 700 in for it. More engaging, much more fun and better quality. I won't revert to bikes that are designed for the ease of smoking a pipe on the move.

[@alexwotherspoon5630]

Looking forward to the CBR650R Top vid👍😉

[@RidersInBlack]

I actually put my thumb over the back tail and it worked! Lol

[@Mrfish2015]

Video tips 101

[@PedroFaria]

Me too! hahahaha

[@tomk.williams1186]

I was actually doing it just before he said to do it .....I started laughing

[@edvanloon]

Me too and it worked a treat

[@pjakobs]

When my CRF 1000 was in for the 24000km service, the garage gave me a brand new CB650R - which is now, six weeks later, a new addition to my stable. She is so much fun to ride and a fun complement to the africa twin

[@thomasstorbugt6829]

Pretty sure this is the 24th time I've fallen in love with a honda bike. Lovely video and damn it sounds nice

[@shmac96]

Love your review mate! This is the first time Ive seen your channel and am absolutely blown away that yours is the first reviewing the CB650R! First thing I want to give your props for is thank you for letting us know how large you are, dimensions etc. This is one of the first things I ask myself whenever I see a review like this from others. I hope you do this for every video. Anyways, good on ya mate! Cheers!

[@Mrfish2015]

I always start with the background info and how i get to my conclusions , its something i found missing from most reviews .. thanks for the kind words

[@shmac96]

Glad we are on the same page! Also, love your demeaning yet 'obvious' comments in the review! lol! Funny! Look forward to checking out more of your content! Thank you and best of luck!@@Mrfish2015

[@georgehesse7396]

The CB650 R looks ace and yes, Mr Fish, red would be gorgeous. After your review, I'm off to test one!!!

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice

[@bikersquest]

Well done Honda, I bet this bike is real fun with the quick shifter

[@jason7i2]

I like that you give your weight and height bro.

[@Raitan1337]

I have to say, that is one hell of a beautiful bike. Thank you for the review!

[@franciscosanz7573]

I cant wait to upgrade from the cb125r to this beast. Awesome review.

[@The.JZA.]

I remember seeing these when they first came out in 2019. I wanted one but I had already bought a brand new 2018 MT07 just a couple of months earlier. 4-5 years later I am picking up a brand new 2022 CB650R in a few days. Can't wait.

[@JH-zt5ni]

So you helped me decide. My ducati scrambler has been traded in and a CB650R is on its way! Thanks for the video

[@ianjames3218]

Cheers mate. First time I have seen your reviews and very impressed. A cracking bike. Thanks for unloading

[@corriedotdev]

I collect this bad boy on wednesday

[@desertrainfrog1691]

This meaning you have a permit or the actual endorsement?

[@AridersLifeYT]

THIS bike will do amazingly in Australia, we have a 650cc lams bike limit for new riders, CBR600rrs and supersports are excluded due to the power to weight ratio but most other 650cc below bikes are allowed for new rides. im looking forward to riding the 1000cc version.

[@BikerXJoe6993]

In Canada we dont have a limit like that first year rider could buy an R1 if he was crazy enough, but insurance is expensive im paying 170 a month for a 09 ninja250

[@stefanpetersons1878]

Cb650f is available as a LAMS bike and it basicly the same bike with a different headlight.

[@akhilraj07]

omg.....uffff..i have no words... hanks for the experience man.... love ur content..

[@ForTheChristians]

Thank you for including your height/weight information! It’s very helpful and I wish more reviewers would do this!

[@Banditmanuk]

Saw this at the NEC bike show and liked it. They've done a nice job on the sweeping exhaust reminds me of the old 400 /4. Nice review thanks

[@Mrfish2015]

thanks for watching

[@rei6nfps]

Almost finished my license and my first bike will be a suzuki gs 500 e from the 90s since its such a nice and cheap starter The CB650R will definitely my 2nd bike which I am probably going to buy new when I am experienced enough (1 or 2 years) One of the most beautiful bikes out there imo

[@jbeach6066]

Great review, thank you. Arriving here in the states in April and I've talked to my dealer about putting a deposit down. I'm 47, last few bikes were cruisers, but this excites me. Thanks for the video.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks for watching

[@N0SkillManiac]

I'll have one, thanks. Too bad they don't show up across the pond till April, but at least they brought the best color.

[@PedroFaria]

Honda CB aside, your treat on giving us the Lambo view was prety classy and awesome! ;P great job on the video! Thank you!

[@Mrfish2015]

Has to be done , if you're going to be behind a car it might as well be a nice one

[@camdenwalker6106]

I have watched this video more than 30 times. Super-cool. Good job, Fish.

[@ShakeNBlake509]

Very nice video and love the bike! From one motovlogger to another, you seem very comfortable talking and easy to follow. nice job!

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@kacknardoom4026]

Great review, ordered mine from dobles. Not long now!

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice one , don't forget Ians hug

[@AlGoRythmAI]

Looks awesome, if I can't afford the CB1000R, the 650 looks like a great option

[@gabelopez5187]

Getting a bike at the end of the year but this bike is going to make it hard to wait. Its freaking gorgeous.

[@Mrfish2015]

Its worth it

I I wasn't looking for a Supersports I'd choose this in a heart beat. Decent weight, power and it looks good.

[@gwwayner]

Nice review! Us motorcyclists are so spoiled these days. So many fantastic motorcycles available; today's 'middle-weight' naked bikes would blow away the superbikes of the 70s in both power and handling. Honda reliability is a nice plus too.

[@kyotosal]

Beutiful bike, beautiful sound. I agree with you. Thank you Mr. Fish.

[@radudanila5139]

Really enjoyed your review. First time on the channel. Great work. I really like the CB650R. I totally agree. That in-line 4 sounds very sweet. No need to bother with replacing the exhaust as it actually sounds delicious. Definitely with a quick shifter. Might have been set up for downshifts also. The design is spot on. Thanks for your thoughts on a very nice bike!

[@MFCHRIS75]

Perfect, love your reviews, had my eye on this bike since it was first shown, watching now....

[@Mrfish2015]

thanks

[@EZ4U2Say11]

That bike looks amazing! I did put my thumb down and I got cold chills all over when I saw the lights

[@Mrfish2015]

See , inovation

[@kabamaru8]

Honda was missing on the looks now they got it right!!Perfect bike!!!!

[@ampm9771]

The first Honda that won both my mind and heart.

[@alexduey7868]

The design is so humble and clean I really like it.

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Mr Fish, I love your down to earth unprepared reviews. That is a really nice motorbike with those narrow handle bars you can pass through traffic if commuting in a city. Looking at the colour selection; has to be the red colour; that grey looks a boring, almost undercoat. I think my dream bike would be its brother; the 2019 CBR650R. Mr Fish please try and do a test of the CBR650R.

[@Mrfish2015]

As soon as they have one i will test the CBR , thanks for the kind words

[@chrisredfield3240]

Is the blue still available in the cb650f that's what i would have

[@MrDaleOG]

I’m a week away from buying the 300R. This is the bike I really want but I have no patience to wait!!!

[@Mrfish2015]

Get both ;-)

[@unicornkitchenbathroombedr6638]

I have a 300r. They ate just as good! Better in some ways

[@MrDaleOG]

Steve Hill Kitchens & Bathrooms awesome man! Did you get any parts for it?

[@anxiousappliance]

get the 500 twin - yuou'll thank me.

[@MrDaleOG]

anxiousappliance nahhh. That’s not a good looking bike lol

[@poiXquared]

Daamn I'm in love with this bike

[@psmith608]

Thank you Doble’s, and well done Fishy, for getting this exclusive out. I would love to see how this stacks up against Yammi’s XSR700, which is the other real middleweight, neo-retro bike out there at the moment - and the Ducati Monster, I guess. This bike looks amazing; its gonna sell loads in the UK. I'm doing my CBT in a few days to get the ball rolling with my bike licence. Really appreciate what manufacturers are doing with their naked middleweights at the moment - well done Honda... Yum, yum 😋

[@cepsvzla]

hahah I love that he likes every comment, first time here btw, nice bike. I hope I lived in a place where I wont get shot to steal a bike

[@Mrfish2015]

The comments section is important in my opinion , whist im still a small channel i try to get involved

[@Fadic4]

This will be my first bike in 3 years.

[@earthypython3948]

Fadic4 good luck! This will be my bike in just 1 year.

[@ikawanfadhli231]

EarthyPython me too!

[@xXByCrazZy]

Gl both this is my 1st bike right now, waiting ti pick it up at dealership

[@jeromefreakylp]

@@xXByCrazZy You got it already? Thinking of ordering this wonderful thing right now. You had any thoughts of the mt 07 instead?

[@xXByCrazZy]

@@jeromefreakylp Not yet, can go out cause of the quarantine, I've tested both and IMO the cb650r is better in every way compared to the mt07 except the price of course, I recommend you to try both at dealerships, but I like the Honda more

[@MrAlben]

Great review Mr Fish - bravo! Would you go for this bike or a XSR700 if given the choice?

[@ianlawrie919]

It worked! stuck my thumb over the tail bracket, looks great.

[@Mrfish2015]

Ian Lawrie thumbs are very useful

[@samuelfitzsimmons8907]

Thanka for the review! I love how you did a proper review! Cheers from Australia 😎 also subbed.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , and thanks for the sub

[@phil_jc_dev]

Spot on video, mate. Thank you. I had this bike in mind but you have put that in concrete for me.

[@woodknack1]

I really don't get why so many people hate the rear plate holder on these motorcycles. I think it actually adds to the bike. If you eliminate it, to me looks like crap then it throws rain and dirt on your back. Why would you want to do that? To each their own I guess. Or maybe when you get older you get wiser! Get out of the 90's and into the the 2000's. I'm really digging the looks of these naked bikes. I just bought a 2018 gsx-s 750. I have not had a chance to ride it yet as it's still winter here. But man it looks so tough and fast just sitting in my shop! ;-) I saw this bike and the cb1000 on the showroom when I was picking up my new gsx-s750. An I was like WOW. I really like the looks of these. I am digging the way manufactures are going with there naked bikes. And with fuel injection, traction controls and instrument displays you can change around, I think they are on to something big here.

[@The.JZA.]

That matt silver tank is a thing of beauty. I went for matt black on mine and that looks pretty sweet too.

[@yorkshireR9T]

Great review. Alot less scary than the 1000, but with similar looks.

[@gdscheiwe01]

Good review Fish. I have to agree about the color, I think the should bring back the black/orange and silver/blue a la the early 80's CBxxxF models. Peace!

[@TheRyan097]

I am sold love this thing

[@TeiwazTheGoat]

Your reviews are getting my interested in bikes and I think I’m getting my bike License this year!

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks

[@motoryzen]

16:49..It's either kilometers per liter..or miles per gallon. They don't mix metric and imperial.

[@Real_MisterSir]

If you use mpg its the standard UK imperial measurement.. However, Miles per Liter is becoming a more popular option. Usually petrol and diesel is dispensed in Litres, NOT gallons, so it makes sense to see how many miles you can travel for each liter you have filled your tank with. I believe the bike is able to switch all the measurement units to fit whatever country you live in, so you can set it up to be miles per gallon or km per liter if you prefer that. But yes, sometimes in specific instances metric and imperial IS mixed. Just like temperature where celsius is the official measurement for heat in the UK even though most of their units are imperial (some people still use fahrenheit out of habit).

[@Mrfish2015]

Im with you on this but you can change the settings on the dash

[@chrisredfield3240]

@@Mrfish2015 seems even in litres per kilometre it would still make more sense to say how many kilometres 1litre would get you. Like miles per gallon. Not how many litres is required to go 100km. Seem a bit backwards

[@Real_MisterSir]

@@chrisredfield3240 Yea I never got the L/100km either. In Denmark we use km/l which honestly is just much more convenient. You know how much you have in your tank, so it's an easy calculation to find out how far you can ride. L/100km seems super inconvenient.

[@Mrwalruz1]

I just bought one of these in black, and what an amazing bike, beautiful, classic, smoth, powerfull...it worth every single € :D

[@Mrfish2015]

You're going to have fun

[@Mrwalruz1]

@@Mrfish2015 sure of that..becoming fan of your reviews..greetings from Portugal.

[@kevinwestwood6668]

Excellent review, its funny how some people dismiss 650s,but this is all the bike you need on UK roads, and metzeler roadtec 01s are great tyres, and their standard on this bike., nice one Honda.

[@petewebb6952]

Kerb weight 202 kg. Cf the new Triumph Speed Twin (1200cc) @ 196kg. I imagined this CB650R to be lighter... Mind you, to be fair, the Honda CB650R is more than £3,000 cheaper than the Triumph Speed Twin. Good review. Thanks. Pete

[@Realisy]

thanks for this.. i really had no understanding watching Malaysian spoken videos on this bike until now.

[@AGardenShed]

I loved my cbr650f. But the suspension just about killed me. I don’t like it when the key is behind the bar. If you have a tank bag sometimes you have to remove it just to turn the engine off.

[@Mrfish2015]

Good point about the tank bag

[@WorldTravelerCA]

WOW after closing back end with my finger i though it looked like Buell 1300 racer, anyways i think this back thing Ill will make it into a rear tire splash guard aftermarket 100% Cant wait for this summer!

[@threethrushes]

I learnt to ride around the streets and country roads around Coulsdon on a Honda Hornet. Once I got my licence, I was looking for a second-hand bike and I thought the guys at Dobles might help. They did not. Long story short, I ended up getting a second-hand Yammie from a well-known dealership up the road, which oddly enough specialises in Triumph, and I am on my second Yamaha bike now.

[@Mrfish2015]

You can say Carl rosner , not everyone will get the deal they want from every dealer

[@threethrushes]

@@Mrfish2015 Yeah, those guys were a bit more friendly towards a noob so they ended up with the cash! Funny how customer service works! Gf rides a Honda and I think they are better fit and finish than Yammie in general.

[@davecast3953]

Nice review. Love the look of the new CB"s. I may have to replace my 79' CB750F with one.

[@TravPlays]

I have the CB125R and omg I wish I had the 650 now damn it's good might have to trade it in and get this one

[@mkim2799]

I know this video is 3 yrs old, but just purchased this bike with 1300 miles on it. Any thing specific to this bike I need to be concerned with? Awesome video. Nice review.

[@ZARICKH]

Beautiful motorcycle 🏍

[@Cys62]

Agreed with you. Its a nice bike. Like the 4 inline and the sound of the exhaust. Like your review too. Initially have my eyes on MT07 or MT09. I think i changed my mind after your review. Am riding a MT25 currently.. a small cc bike.

[@JohnHyland2]

Hello from Texas in USA! Great video. Simple and good information. Cheers.

[@iainjamieson6796]

Love the black one with the bronze wheels, I want to try one. Honda are on a roll at the moment.

[@GaryJohnWalker1]

Good general purpose bike. I'm sure an mt07 or sv650 has more "character", but a middish I4's unbeatable for me. That grey's been Honda's workaday 4cyl bike colour for at least 20 years for their nonsports 600s and 1000s. And looks good. Tempted.

[@Mrfish2015]

Its classier than those other 2 plus being an inline 4 makes it in a different category .. The other 2 are great bikes also

[@kubotamaniac]

Thanks for your excellent video!! You would REALLY like our back country roads, here in Canada!!! Looking at the extremely narrow roads you have to ride on! Wow!

[@cohias]

Awesome review mate, very thorough and informative. 👍🏻

[@Eiken0815]

Thanks a lot for this review!!! In Germany, where I live, arn't any reviews yet.

[@Mrfish2015]

Im sure schaaf will get hold of one

[@Eiken0815]

+The chronicles of mr fish I hope so ;)

[@bikesnbobs]

great review as always mate, whats the chances of you doing one for the new cb500x for this year?

[@Mrfish2015]

Very high

[@tage3000]

I got the 125cc, but if you remove the tail. Your back is gonna get soaked like a dog on a waterpark. It splashes so high it even got my screen dirty

[@Mrfish2015]

Splash guard is the way forward

[@gdrp87]

Rear hugger???

[@martyfox220]

Great review on the Honda its on my list for my first bike next year .after just passing my test ....

[@Suzuk1r1der]

Its beautiful powerful comfortable and very cheap im picking one up in the next 2 weeks

[@Mrfish2015]

Nice 👌

[@krancan25]

Great job as always! I am impressed you got it up to speed in that damp cold... Missed the comparison to 500F or even the 300R?

[@Surpriseify]

Cool stuff, i ride a 2018 CB650, cracking bike. Very similar in spect to this one. You really cant go wrong with these bikes.

[@elliottg5987]

I'd love to see it in some of the wild colours that were offered for the 300s and 500s. I pass a guy on the way to one job, his 500 is this same sort of matte grey but with super loud fluro accents, it looks great.

[@Mrfish2015]

Get it wrapped

[@ferencerdei7153]

Hi - Iam in love with this bike! Thanks for testing it. I want it all and I want it noooooooooow!

[@ultimuneuron]

Would be nice to get that look on the cb500 series. A CB500R could be a great bike.

[@Mrfish2015]

When they arrive i will be on them

[@1990-t1j]

@@Mrfish2015 Are they bringing one out?

[@Mrfish2015]

1990 not that I know of , a new 500 update comes out but not along these lines .. misread the comment

[@ultimuneuron]

The chronicles of mr fish they are not yet planned to come out, if ever. I was just dreaming about one... Anyway, congrats on coming out with the first review of the CB650R!

[@elliottg5987]

I think it'll be a few years yet, they just did a conservative refresh on the 500s. The cbx was the big winner with those new wheels, for the R and F there was no changes that would make me more likely to buy one. The R does look a little sharper, but nothing jaw dropping.

[@hondavfr7559]

Nice Bike, but i will buy a CB650X. Honda have forgot this Bike for me. Nice Video.

[@Mrfish2015]

CB650X ?

[@MrAndrew1953]

I wouldn't change the exhaust either as it's loud enough and tucks in nicely. I've got a CB500F blue and have told you lose back pressure with some of those after market cans.

[@Mrfish2015]

Thats true , research is needed for performance parts

[@ChromeFusion]

Agreed you lose back pressure but you will allow the bike to breathe better increasing performance slightly.

[@Phyx1u5]

dam, this bike is perfect for me. first bike iv seen where there are literally no mods I'd do to it. time to put a deposit down!

[@adamchc3701]

almost agree ..... i would put honda small smoke screen

[@Scott-xx6ih]

Come on man, I'm so jealous of you. New bikes always been put on market in UK very fast.

[@Mrfish2015]

Don't be jealous be patient

[@Scott-xx6ih]

@@Mrfish2015 HAHA, right. Is there 2019 version CB500X in Doble? I have a 2017version, can't wait to see you test ride it.

[@Mrfish2015]

宫Scott should be available soon

[@hujiannong]

this bike looks so good, i think i am gonna trade in my current bike for this one.

[@0Turbox]

I have no idea, why Honda is able to add a small and short exhaust to the 125 and the 650, but have to put that orbital gun on the 300, what reason stands behind that? Is there a way to turn off that beam light button, that one you can do signals with? I sometimes hit that without intention.

[@Mrfish2015]

probably easier to get through emissions

[@olivierorossi4141]

More like "probably easier to make you buy a new exhaust" rather than emissions ahah

[@Mrfish2015]

Oliviero Rossi if Honda made exhausts that would make sense

[@olivierorossi4141]

@@Mrfish2015 point taken ;)

[@agrisbatna1797]

Thanks for review, you one of the best .... next Yamaha mt 07 2019 maybe 😉

[@Mrfish2015]

Thanks , yamaha don't really like motovloggers

[@TheTheskylar404]

No difference from 2018 MT-07

[@Ndeasington]

@@TheTheskylar404 Apart from its a Honda............but no difference at all..............lol

[@TheTheskylar404]

@@Ndeasington read the original post. Mt-07 2019 is same as 2018. Was not refering to a comparison of mt-07 to cb650

[@Ndeasington]

@@TheTheskylar404 Fair point........my bad (as the Americans say)