Honda CB650R | Is it a bike for daily city riding?

[@josemariashearmandemacedo5841]

Great vid! Bought mine as a first bike (rode friends suzuki freewind from 1998 for 3months) and I'm so happy, you helped a lot! Compliments from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks for the comment my friend! Awesome bike isn’t it? I’m glad I can help it’s an awesome bike it’s very hard to not like this bike. Safe ride!

[@myroy6462]

Its good to see finally someone from malaysia vlogging using CB650R Please make more video, planning to buy sooooon...

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks buddy I will be uploading more videos soon. Get the 2021 it’s been updated slightly, I’m guessing will be harder for you to choose now the triumph trident is out.

[@alphonsvitorillo5716]

A very good comprehensive review, sire! Subbed from PH.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thank you for your comment!!

[@bungamatahari8576]

Good review man especially on the perspective of daily riding. None of the get-side-tracked-talking-when-riding. Keep it up!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks for the comment! I do get side tracked but I try to edit them out of my video if it’s too irrelevant lol.

[@jckcc]

I would put in clip on bars or at least flip the handlebar upside down and definitely get bar end mirrors that can fold in. My current custom 250cc has very low and very tucked in clip on bars, so much so that my handlebar passes below sedan height mirrors; I've been spoiled by it so it'll be something to get used to once I get my own CB650R. The tank itself isn't actually too wide for low clip ons; it's the air intakes that get in the way; but I don't think there's a way to reposition those.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hey man. I know what you mean Harley style to have the mirrors below the bars but I feel that by doing that it would take away your focus too much from what’s happening in front of you. As in your peripherals will deviate too much from facing forward it would be dangerous. But to each their own I guess it’s what you’re used to.

[@1life2pono]

Nice review and very helpful with practical info! Thank you from Hawaii! Aloha!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

A big mahalo my Hawaiian friend for the compliments!

[@oldhead_]

Perfect review...hit all the points and nice comparisons as well..thanks

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks for the comment my friend! Have a great day!

[@nonguyen6142]

So nice and clear review, bro! Have you brought it to a long riding tour? If yes, could you please give me some experiences? Thank you!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks bro! I haven't had a chance to ride it very far but I've ridden it on a lot of short stints. From what I feel currently is that for long cruising you'll probably need to modify the seat as the original seat is kind of hard (I can last 1 hour max on it without taking a break), some wind protection by having a windscreen for more comfort, and probably reduce the teeth on the rear sprocket if you want more comfort from having lower revs at higher speeds. The seat is the biggest problem if you ask me the other two are just being nitpicking.

[@nonguyen6142]

@@RUBBERNMETAL thank you so much for your advice, bro!

[@daniell274]

Awesome review! comprehensive review😀

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks bruv!

[@petmaier8245]

Sehr kurzweiliges und interessantes Video!

[@genxkevin]

I am looking at this bike tomorrow We have a USA shortage of bikes in showrooms and my dealer has one left.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Nice! The 2021 model has some slight but great improvements you should get that one. The typical waiting time for this bike in Malaysia is 3-4 months, I think the thailand factory is producing for the whole world.

[@genxkevin]

@@RUBBERNMETAL I checked it out! I am in love with this MC! Pay for it tomorrow and pick it up. Stay safe

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@genxkevin very nice! Just left with picking the right colour. You considered the triumph trident? Apparently that’s the CB650R killer right now. Personally I prefer the Honda’s more mature looks and reputation.

[@genxkevin]

@@RUBBERNMETAL Well funny thing happened...dealer said they had a 1000r on the way being shipped end of the month so I put deposit on that. My old arss is going to get in to trouble now... lols

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Ah nice! I hope you’re getting the 2021 model with updated looks. The single swing arm is very sexy indeed. I tested it for the city it felt 95% similar to the Cb650r so it’s still good. Just have to be less trigger happy it packs quite a punch 😎

[@AvangelinEX]

I own this bike couple days ago. I have no problem at high speed like 80kmph+. but I am not familiar with gear at low speed.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Nice. Congrats on your new bike! About the wind, I feel it’s an issue after 120kmh but since it’s a naked I just live with it and not ride too fast for too long (very hard to discipline myself 🤣).

[@prakashraj5761]

Awesome review nicely done! Cheers from fellow cb rider :)

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks man! I have to say you have an awesome bike!

[@jamesjensen4696]

I love mine it’s my third road bike I did tail tidy and bar end mirrors I’m very happy so far at 1800k and it’s a Honda!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Can’t go wrong with a Honda man. Your mods are compulsory in my opinion lol. I’m hoping to get the akrapovic installed soon.

[@9enigma1]

I have exact same mods and put 5600kms on it in 4 months. So addicting! I love it :)

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@9enigma1 nice!! I know the feeling. Look forward to riding it all the time.

[@zarulwork7928]

Great review bro, this bike is in my list. Wondering if it a suitable bike for someone coming from 250cc?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks bro sorry for the late reply. Yes definitely a noticeable increase in power from a 250cc. But it is less nimble because of the weight.

[@misya672]

nice review bro.. cb650r in my list

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thank you bro! Should be on the top of your list as well 😎

[@azimzaki3051]

Hey bro, great video! Just wanna know, what mic did you use? your voice is so clear even on high speed more than 120 km/h the wind noise is really low great audio quality!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hey bro thanks for the compliment. I’m using the mic from my Bluetooth headset specifically called Vimoto V8.

[@azimzaki3051]

@@RUBBERNMETAL thanks for replying bro, waiting for more great content from you!

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@azimzaki3051 no problem will make more videos soon. Thanks for the support!

[@tubingforever]

Can't decide between this and the MT-07

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Did you decide yet? My choice came down to looks and sound hence I got the CB

[@iambryan1234]

The most important question: Can it be ridden around Bukit Bintang and the Imbi tunnel without being a pain to manage

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Of course you can! I can so can you 😎 Of course it’s not gonna be as good as a kapcai weaving around traffic la.

[@iambryan1234]

@@RUBBERNMETAL 201kg though lul

[@lilnips]

@@iambryan1234 that’s no doubt heavy… it’ll be easier for taller people

[@ahmadzul7518]

Nice video, bro. 👍👍. Kalau saya tinggi 160 cm boleh bawa ke ?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Boleh kot bro Tapi mungkin kene jengket sikit. Tinggi saya 173cm saya boleh duduk dengan dua2 kaki flat bengkok lutut sikit.

[@ahmadzul7518]

@@RUBBERNMETAL tinggi cb650r sama ke dengan tinggi er6n ? Sebab saya tengah belajar ambil lesen B full, driving school pakai er6n. Saya terpaksa menjengket. 😅

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@ahmadzul7518 Saya baru je tumpang duduk moto jiran er6n. Cb650r tinggi sikiiiit je tak rasa sgt kot beza. Mungkin ada lowering kit kot untuk rendahkan ride height. Kene research dulu.

[@ahmadzul7518]

Baru cadang nak beli. 😅. Mungkin boleh ikut saranan bro, tanya dulu kedai kalau boleh buat rendah sikit. Thank you, bro.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@ahmadzul7518 selalunya kedai takde bende mcm ni kene order la. Tadi baru ada discussion dalam group pasal ni. Ada kit tu kene import bro. Or just buy a lowering kit... "Honda CB650R Neo Sport Cafe lowering kit | 2019-2020 Honda CB 650R seat height lowering kit | Suspension lowering kit Price only £ 64.90 + postage!" www.lustracing.co.uk/suspension/honda-cb650r-lowering-kits.html. Jgn risau mesti ada cara. Member Sy sorang perempuan bawak Triumph Daytona g office tiap2 hari jengket walaupun ada lowering kit. Dah passion dia dkt situ.

[@salmanmahfuz4765]

Nice review bro. Finally found the Malaysian version. But I’m a bit curious on the fuel consumption. 200km for full tank ? I asked honda big wing. They said can last about 300km for 15l full tank. Also, i would really appreciate if you do a review on the services and maintenance cost. Thank you !

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks bro! On paper it is 15l but from full to blinking it’s been around 10-11 litres. I usually don’t leave it blinking for too long. So far you could probably get 20km/l if you ride like a normal human being. I’m a bit heavy on the throttle so my fuel consumption is around 17-18km/l. I plan to do a 10,000km or 15,000km review video later and lay out the cost of ownership and maintenance but I’ve only covered 3,000km so far haha. Will get there eventually.

[@amizrxt]

nice bro, lama dah cari yg bawa cb650r in malaysia. nice bro

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks bro. Cb650r Dkt Malaysia ada ramai je. Sold out semua stock kedai haha.

[@amizrxt]

@@RUBBERNMETAL i see, hahah sebab tercari2 juga sapa yg dah pakai.hahaha

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@amizrxt rasanya makin lama akan makin ramai kot. Stock tak Banyak masuk tapi waiting list panjang tu yg berbulan nak dapat moto.

[@amizrxt]

@@RUBBERNMETAL aaaa i see ,sebab motor still baru kan,sebab tula x banyak lagi ,review pon nice jugak pasal motor ni...lagi pon sebenarnya saya buat photoshoot cb650r ni ,susah nak cari orang pakai tu yg saya tanya tu😂😂✌

[@ocb05]

Same here It is so easy and enjoyable

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks man. Wonderful bike isn’t it.

[@ocb05]

@@RUBBERNMETAL same candy red owner here.. now just hit 1000km

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@ocb05 just as you think the bike is really smooth, you’ll feel it’s smoother after the first service.

[@Mohammed68099]

Thanks a lot for the great work. I would like to to know how is the bike for short riders. I am 165 with 79cm Inseem.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Thanks buddy! 165cm is not short dont think you’ll have any issue with the bike. I’m 173cm and I can flatfoot both feet with a little bend in my knees when the bike is sitting still. At most you probably have to tiptoe a bit or just flatfoot one side.

[@syafiqikhwan3420]

Commuting between 40-50km one way. Should be 100km back and forth. Should i just get cb or maintain with my rsx? 😅

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Get the CB bro you cruise much smoother and easier as a result you’ll be less tired. But of course the cost of maintenance will be higher too :)

[@syafiqikhwan3420]

@@RUBBERNMETAL already booked it bro haha

[@vanfelix5093]

Have you tested the Xsr 900 for daily riding?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

No actually. It’s not sold in my country. Other than a couple of grey imports.

[@ridehead8771]

Hi there some people are saying the vibration gets too much at higher rpms is it true?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Hey friend. Yes the vibration is ‘buzzy’ at higher rpms It’s something I’m not too fond of. I’m making a video about it right now actually will upload soon lol. It begs to be shifted into a higher gear.

[@ridehead8771]

@@RUBBERNMETAL hi I'm confused as others say it's very smooth, I guess I have to test one myself before buying but demos are hard to find in my area due to pandemic, dealers are basically selling bikes without having to test them, so thank you for your inputs. I really like how it looks and sounds though too bad. Good luck on your next upload. 👍

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@ridehead8771 I couldn’t find a test unit too before buying mine, they had other bikes so I tested the others like the cbr1000rr haha. Looks awesome right. Thanks I just uploaded the video check it out.

[@2wheeledMD]

How did you attach that dashcam to your bike? Thanks

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

That’s not a dash cam unfortunately. Just a viewing screen for my action camera.

[@shadowboybass]

what is the litle screen in left hand handle ??

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

That’s the Bluetooth display for my action camera

[@shadowboybass]

@@RUBBERNMETAL aaa okkk thx

[@DavOlek_ua]

thank you for destroying my concerns totally.

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

My pleasure! Did you get the bike?

[@TotoTortoiseNFriends]

How about the temperature...

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Temperature is very bearable but of course in traffic when the radiator kicks in you’ll feel some hot air on your legs. In comparison to other bikes I’ve ridden it’s not bad at all.

[@TotoTortoiseNFriends]

@@RUBBERNMETAL the temperature reading at the gauge meter highest is how many bar?

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

@@TotoTortoiseNFriends it’s max 6 bars. Optimum running is at 4 bars I don’t think I’ve had it at 5 bars yet.

[@latihandigitaleconomy821]

CB stands for "City Bike".

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

Yea exactly man. That was my first point in the video.

[@Missing727]

Cakap melayu jela adui

[@RUBBERNMETAL]

salah ke nak sembang bahasa omputeh sikit

[@shafiqsaad5378]

Ok jer brader ni ckp omputeh. Ada lg youtuber lain yg ckp bm so ok la ada variety kt situ. Support bro. Good video. Tgh dok riki jgk cb650 ni