New Honda CB650R is awesome - First impressions from Spain

I was invited to test ride the new Honda CB650R and not only I had a blast in Spain. I was truly amazed how much was the new Honda improved from the previous CB650F generation. Thumbs up Honda!
Again, bear in mind this is not a full long-term review. I will have much more clear picture about the qualities of this new Honda after I have it for a week or so.
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[@hooeetube]

3 weeks and 1200 miles in, this is by far the best bike I have ever owned.

[@James-uz9se]

I just got mine!

[@MrFurley69]

@@James-uz9se picking up a 2018 in a few days!

[@imm.t.b.k7805]

Kinda scary to buy it, you'll never upgrade to another bike if it's not as good 😂😂😂

[@MrFurley69]

@@imm.t.b.k7805 I'm fucked up, because this bike is amazing, but I already want a cbr1000rr lol

[@waiwong7996]

Damn honda why your new bikes have to be so good

[@jamesjensen4696]

Just bought one yesterday so far so good

[@Brad-RB]

Nice first impression. Did you happen to ask the Reps from Honda the purpose of relocating the horn and indicator buttons? It is opposite from from most bikes. Here in the states half of the car drivers are texting while driving so in traffic I ride with my thumb covering the horn button. Having the horn on the bottom makes that much more natural and comfortable.

[@brianrundle9219]

At last Honda are “starting” to catch up again to the rest of the motorcycle industry. Another good review .

[@brothermeh840]

You sound so excited . I reckon you can't get a good sleep before the test drive. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Roof_Pizza]

My first bike was a 1981 Suzuki GS400S and it could do 100 mph (160 kmph) and weighed about the same. These are the types of bikes that I love most having ridden many more styles.

[@chrisredfield3240]

They were good bikes the kawasaki kz400 was cool too. The weight and the power was good really and the styling still looks good.

[@danilocapellan1316]

Perfect bike, who needs more. 👍🏼

[@Banditmanuk]

Great review, I really like the look of this bike👍

[@GiuseppeLaFemina]

Great Jeff! I was happy for you driving this bike!

[@vintagerealityvr]

Dude you lean like a monster. So fun to watch. You practically have your elbow down at 20mph lol

[@progste]

5% MORE PAVER!

[@eliotsalandybrown]

Thanks for sharing your positive emotions 👌 very cool. I empathize!

[@ianmyers5784]

That road is awesome

[@hungrybasset6384]

Spain is made for motorcycles. Even within city limits like Madrid for example they have designated parking just for bikes. It makes such a difference when bikes are tolerated.

[@Surpriseify]

I own the CB650F 2018, and i am happy that they'v basiaclly just updated the looks of the bike, because it is such a wicked machine, and didnt really require much to be great. Good one honda, this is the best bike in the segment, not even a competitor...

[@tg8150]

.....said the guy who has never ridden an FZ/MT-07.

[@Surpriseify]

TG I learned to ride on a MT-07, its light nimble and flimsy. The suspension is utter sheit compared to the honda, and the engine is gutless, also sounds awfull with the stock exhaust...

[@MrRGM10]

@@tg8150 no comparison why coz of engine . Its matter of taste and preference. Twin torqey vs i4 smoothness. And dont even get into pricing.all of us in general has our own budget

[@alshah914]

2018 650 can even beat mt09.

[@Surpriseify]

Al Shah erh, where? The MT09 is lighter and faster, the honda is a nicer ride imo, but the 09 is faster.

[@Duowizard7321]

How tall are you?

[@rochditidjani]

Thanks for the ride on this new CB650. I enjoyed the curvy road journey down then up. Must have been fun to ride on this road. Although the pavement could use a fresh coat of Asphalt. I wish I could speak Spanish the you speak English.

[@cardodlisay9489]

Im planning to buy this one soon love this bike

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

Not sure I’d have sounded so casual on some of those bends.

[@shingnosis]

He's from Gran Canaria, there's one highway on the island and then the rest of the roads all look like that. Beautiful place to ride.

[@onemanmob6756]

my 1999 Hornet 600 had same power and revs and was a bit lighter....

[@alexwotherspoon5630]

Top vid 👍 Looking forward to the CBR650R reviews

[@desigymgirl]

Really Nice Bike as well as Review Why did you hide the Display whenever your crosed 100 kmph... Do I know ?? Asked from NDIA🧡⚪💚

[@martynridley3671]

Expressing the power in KW means nothing to most bikers. Otherwise, nice review!

[@AcmeRocket]

Great review!

[@TheKelzer]

When Spain looks exactly like So.Cal (except for the dodgy camper behind the tractor..ha ha ha) Nice bike and nicely done video!

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Part of the coastline in Portugal looks just like Cali.

[@pedronogueira8148]

How does the engine and acceleration compare with bikes like the MT-07/SV650 and the MT-09/GSX-S750?

[@MakTheSank]

Maybe a bit faster than the mt07 but so much heavier and more expensive. The MT09 has less weight than the cb650r and at least 20 more horsepower for just 1k more. It is really a no brainer. The Honda looks amazing and unique for sure, but having ridden the old 650 model, with the very simillar engine, is really boring compared to the 3 cylinder crossplane Yamaha. Get the XSR 900 if you want retro looks. But if you are in a tight budget and you looking for the MT07 it will be a hard battle. Less horsepower, but that two cylinder on the MT saves some cost on fuel and services. Maybe i am a bit biased since i own the MT09 SP , but its fantastic, Ultra light and flickable in town, very fun on corners, and i even toured 3.000km with it, and planning on doing it again this summer. Seriously Yamaha is one of the few Japanese manufacturers that made new engines, instead of "redisigning" old ones. (gsx-s 1000/honda cb1000 took engines from 2005-2008).

[@MakTheSank]

But this bike for sure seems better than the old CB650 F/R. Upside down forks and a bit more power in the engine plus new screen with gear indicator. Really an improvement, just not enough in my opinion.

[@roy7602]

@@MakTheSank "It is really a no brainer." Not really, if you're not all about hard numbers and stats^^ Though, you do you :D

[@MakTheSank]

Of course numbers dont tell the real story. Bought a Honda CB500f for my 2nd bike because it was the most horsepower in the A2 license class. Big mistake. Heavy soulless machine. So glad i switched to the MT-09. My father owns a S1000R which is way faster and more technically advanced but its really not my cup of tea. So you jumped into a wrong conclusion that i am all about hard numbers. @@roy7602

[@roy7602]

@@MakTheSank Dude. Don't you be hating on the CB500F :D Watch the youtuber "Schaaf". He's a professional motorcycle journalist, more or less and rides the newest and best motorcycles. And rips ass on hiw CB500F like it's nothing, often says he won't ever sell it because it's just so darn good. His CB500F handles like a dream and he keeps up with R1's and fireblades in the twisties, no problemo :D

[@sikandernuruddin9214]

I would go with this bike if I were single. But I will go with 2019 cbr 650 r as I would love the sitting position of the one sitting behind me and the look , ergonomics and overall performance better

[@squirms]

Performance is the same as the naked, if anything, the naked may accelerate quicker due to being a fair few Kg's lighter than the full faired. The cbr is more of a sports tourer than a full on sportsbike :) But yes, i prefer the seating position of the faired but the naked is still quite aggressive as foot pegs are the exact same as the faired. Cant go wrong with either of them :)

[@bilalcan4023]

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[@jax1079]

Super interested in this bike. Great review! 👍🏻

[@cube1cze]

I was already typing in comparison with the good old hornet and the very moment I wrote it you answered the question in the video :D

[@alexalexeev695]

Don't you find that CBR has an engine vibration around 6K RPM? I took it for a test drive today, and I found an engine vibration is quite annoying, especially on the highway. I did like everything in this bike except an engine vibration kept me from pulling a plug on the purchase

[@midlifebiker7424]

No vibration on mine but we have the castrated version in Oz. Ive tried riding at 6k revs in every gear to find it...

[@timtravasos2742]

Great review.

[@1Mcoach]

Man! Amazing review!🥇 Very clear, as well like much subtitle in case that I miss something. Just now doing spinning cycling and watched it. Question pls: this bike coming from Japan or Thailand? Cheers :)

[@johnstokke4143]

Awesome! Jealous. I've always been a Yamaha guy. Owned the FZ1, FZ6 and MT07. Because of the new design and positive test ride in this video I just might get a Honda CB650R!

[@MrAjay3234]

John Stokke what’s your opinion about the new XSR700 since you are a Yamaha guy. I’m leaning a bit towards the Yamaha after owning a CBR1000RR

[@haydnkeith1658]

good review. how tall are you please?

[@davexs]

Great to see you back and well done on your nomination. I have been interested to see a review of this bike in the super competitive, middle weight naked class. Cheers good review as ever.

[@JFMotorcycles]

Thanks a lot for your comment. Nice to see you back here as well :)

[@ireneuszpyc6684]

@@JFMotorcycles in the video, you sound like a Honda salesman

[@rmbatista95]

Great review! Just order one for me and I just cant wait! I have a question, how did you made the off bike filming? From another bike? Thanks!

[@koutsion]

Great bike :). Thank you for your review! I will have to wait 10 years for the price to drop though xD. Patience is a virtue

[@MegaSlipknot001]

Price to drop? Its cheap as fuck!!!

[@j.santiaguel4337]

@@MegaSlipknot001 how much is it?

[@RPNization]

@@j.santiaguel4337 7.999 , he mentioned it in the video

[@grodt88]

@@MegaSlipknot001 "cheap as fuck"?? Its nice to say that when you live in first word country and you can save money for few months to buy this bike, but when you live in 2nd or 3 rd country you have to spend 3-5 years earnings. Some pleople just wait to buy used one, like 10 years old because they can't afford new one

[@BenalRida]

Nice quick review. I've already watched a ton now from Spain about this bike. Currently it is very high on my list as A2 beginner rider getting my first bike. I saw some testers had the 35 kW version. Do you know who that was so I can check out their review about the 35 kW version as well? Thanks again! Greetings from Spain!

[@nesanrockstar5296]

Nice looking bike. I really love the Neo Cafe Styling on this bike, so beautiful yet attractive looking. I'm in love with this bike when it was first showcased in Eicma and its faired brother the CBR650R also looks beautiful but aggressive. I will definitely going to get this bike in the future as I really love it. Sir, how's the ride quality of this bike? How's is the suspension, braking, comfort and finally how's the performance of this bike? Hope can get a kind reply from you sir😊😊. Thanks sir.

[@aimenalwan]

Got a question for you. This or the XSR700 (if they were matched in price)? Love your no BS reviews 👊✊

[@photoheritage]

aimen alwan I'm trying to decide on the same. Both bikes are nice but for me Yamaha being lighter, more comfortable for my size ( 1,9m 90kg) and not so experienced seems slightly better. Also it has more of more linear torque , but the honda revs higher and has more power top end.Honda also is better equipped with tc, slipper clutch, quick shifter etc. so could be useful for beginners as well.. Tough choice .But I fit Yamaha better as I said, so if you are tall XSR could be better option if you are shorter go with Honda ;)

[@sungerbob1786]

@@photoheritage and im trying to choose between cbr650r and xsr900. they are nearly the same price. but xsr900 has much more power if you need. it has drive mods and if you choose Mode B it will be safe to ride. my size is 1.92 and 90 kg which is very close to you. and i dont have much experience either.

[@photoheritage]

@@sungerbob1786 Yes but cb650R is slightly small for me ergonomically wise. And the Yammy XSR900 fuel tank shape doesn't fit me as well as the XSR700 /Tribute which has slimmer tank better for taller or longed legged riders. What a shame :(

[@sv7017]

I am curious about the tractor in the background with the caravan. Did the person drive from the Netherlands to Spain with this setup? Crazy!

[@okruhari]

Wow! Parada!

[@JFMotorcycles]

Damn, you are FAST!

[@nantawatkongcharoen4719]

which one you like between Ducati scrambler800 and CB650R in term of fun ride

[@viamolina4950]

Which one is better between cb500x and cb650r?...a gift for my husband..thx

[@ericngai5811]

There different kinds of machine

[@donchivazo6566]

Nice video. How tall are you and how much do you weight? Would this guy be good for a 5'10 feet tall 220 lbs dude?

[@wurmer23]

Im 5'2" and so tip-toed but manageable.

[@fernandocarrasco4609]

Leí "spain" y pense que era la primera review en español... todavia la seguimos esperando :(

[@JFMotorcycles]

Sé que ayuda, pero ahora estoy trabajando en subtítulos en español. Debería haber aquí en unos días.

[@fernandocarrasco4609]

Sería un gran aporte !!

[@benstpool]

Let me know...should I buy this bike...coz I'm thinking another bike with the same prices ..

[@fs_seven]

I'm divided between this and a Guzzi V7III for daily commute. What's your input when comparing both of them? Obviously not about the specs or riding position, as this is a much more evolved motorcycle and a different style, but on an emotional and man/machine level. I need something fun, interesting, that feels good to ride and with which you can connect instead of just going fast. Tried the Guzzi last week and absolutely loved both it's qualities and its defects (which can be categorized as character, for the most part). You reviews are awesome by the way!

[@JFMotorcycles]

Well in this situation I would probably go for the Honda. I can admit it gets plus points also because it is new model just arriving to showrooms. I think it is brilliant, versatile, very balanced bike, which you can enjoy in small speeds, in commuting but also ride quite fast and sporty when it sometimes comes to play. I would go for Guzzi, but in my situation I was riding retro bikes for last 5 years very often (I did 40 000 km on Triumph Scrambler and I own several old Hondas) and now I am looking maybe a bit for something modern.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

The Guzzi has much more character, but is it reliable? The Honda will be.

[@fs_seven]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o Also a good point, I share the same opinion. When test riding the Guzzi I made a short stop and she didn't turn on, on the first go. Some sort of misfire... I would still give that up if the Honda was vastly lacking in character. I'll be trying the Honda this week, but the opinion of someone more experienced is always a bonus.

[@giuliobuccini208]

BTW, new "technological" led/DRL lights are coming out for the Guzzi V7 model (March 2019?)

[@anxiousappliance]

Want modern dynamics and performance at any speed: Honda. Guzzi is more about looks , not dynamics - this has both.

[@prasanthr817]

Nice Bike

[@kuikukui5077]

Why you need cb650 if you have cb600f with exact same characteristics and with price twice lower ?

[@Lukasone88]

Buenas, e leído en algún foro, que alguna unidad estando limitada daba vibraciones molestas en estriberas y deposito, llegando a vibrar hasta el espejo. Me podéis decir tema vibraciones como la habéis notado vosotros?

[@brothermeh840]

I noticed there are a few times ( few seconds each time) of "square blurred vision" at the odometer when acceleration occurred, so what is the speed limit of Spain?

[@junboo8730]

Is this a good bike for a beginner and use it for at least until it breaks?.

[@Captn_Slow]

Your throttle control is really choppy...watching you on and off the throttle repeatedly and applying front brake mid corner multiple times while cornering is really painful...

[@71brp84]

Totally agree. Someone needs to watch "Twist of the wrist".

[@pulsehasan205]

Loving #Honda from #Bangladesh

[@MotoGoato]

Nice video and review. For me it sounds like almost all other inline 4c bikes, wooshy and whiney. They have given it a nice little bit of raspiness low down though ... but no matter what exhaust system is put on it it will never sound as good as an MT07 or SV650 with decent exhaust fitted ... I'm biased, however, as I love twins and cross plane twins 😀

[@ajmf-hy8qt]

MT07 SOUNDS LIKE LIKE A COFFEE MAKER

[@davexs]

MT07 sound awesome. Agreed, four's are dead.

[@MotoGoato]

@@ajmf-hy8qt not with a decent exhaust they dont mate .. akra, arrow, black widow, toce, ixil ... all sound brutal as hell on the MT07 :)

[@MotoGoato]

@@ajmf-hy8qt yeah ... real coffee maker sound ... (think you might need your hearing checked dude, lol) ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5zbm5iKgZKCmck

[@drewtaylor6623]

Lol u must be mad

[@wilipepino2827]

Estoy indeciso si está o la z900,cual me recomiendas?

[@Grawo92]

Nice review ! 👏 how tall are you by the way ? I'm 182cm and today I was not riding but sitting on the cb650r. It felt a bit small at first, what do you think ?

[@JFMotorcycles]

I am having 193 cm and the bike felt comfortable to me. I surely don't look awesome on this Honda but I could imagine having it. 182 cm should be ideal height.

[@chris5k132]

The mt 09 is an inline 3 not two cylinder

[@tonystoltz9132]

So, it’s not so fast? Could you please let us know what is the 0 to 60 miles? Thanks

[@xXByCrazZy]

Its lte but around 3 seconds I think Ive seen on slme videos

[@davorin5428]

:) Saw this video, ordered one ( red-2021 ), my first bike ever. I hope it's good for noobs :) thx

[@tiagomaldonadosantos]

Awesome review! How did you feel about the weight comparing to an MT-07/Xsr700? Big difference, or not that significant?

[@JFMotorcycles]

Well I guess you feel those 20 KG, but probably the main advantage of lighter Yamahas will be in manipulation let's say on the parking in garage. When you ride it, it is perfectly balanced and nimble.

[@tiagomaldonadosantos]

@@JFMotorcycles thanks!

[@kratos-le9gp]

How is the power delivery....?

[@dmittrykozlov]

There are no changes... No increased or decreased stats. No previous generation. It is a brand new bike...

[@JFMotorcycles]

That's ufnortunately not true. I spend the whole day with the engineers who designed this bike now in Spain. The CB650R/CBR650R are direct successors of CB650F and CBR650F. For example engine is the same just with a minor tweaks (different intake, slight changes on the ehxaust pipes, slightly increased compression ratio, +1000 RPM etc.). There are changes on almost all parts on the bike, but still it is not a purely new bike.

[@scooby4544]

Nice review. Awesome bike. I'd even trade my fz6 in for one of those ;)

[@42much1]

Hum ..difficult to say I would do that...I own a FZ6 and a CBR600f, thinking about getting this or the new CBR 650F, but more inclined to trade in the 2012 CBR600F.

[@alexduey7868]

If you can afford it get the 2019 cb650r very unique only unfaired inline 4 middleweight on the market today.

[@cliveomahoney4096]

How did the bike seem after you rode it for longer? I've got a Tracer 700 at the moment and can't make my mind up about changing it to the new 650R. My worries are the tyres and the riding position, more than anything else.

[@rhiannonstudios]

Clive O'Mahoney I sat on one today, where I’m comfortable on a Tracer 700 on this I was too canted forward putting too much weight on my wrists unfortunately ☹️

[@rideroll9609]

Did you already try CB1000R ?

[@JFMotorcycles]

Unfortunately I missed this bike last year. So no, but I believe I will have it for review this spring.

[@rendertorres2993]

im new friends here remember me

[@trekkydelirium-vroom5821]

Great Review thanks; between a Yamaha XSR700 & a Honda CB650R (both same price in Montreal; Canada) : wich one would you buy?

[@claudiosacchi3720]

Trekky Delirium I own a Xsr 700 and the engine is an absolute blast!! It makes you smile all the way. The only complaint is about the front suspension which are too soft if you want to go a little faster.btw both are great bikes so the choice depends mostly on your personal taste about aesthetics and engine behavior

[@ajmf-hy8qt]

HONDA CLEARLY

[@variousvideos2681]

MT-07 engine is really good, lots of torque and high speed in the whole range. Most 4 cylinder engines need downshifting and very high rpms to get the hp out (reportedly the z900 has better torque curves)

[@ajmf-hy8qt]

@@variousvideos2681 ..any bike over 70 hp and 60 of torque is going to run fine enough for city and road riding...mt07 has a cheap exhaust cheap lighting cheap plastics and in general looks cheap and that matters .

[@Marco-cl9pb]

The CB way better than the retro 07... And I'm not an Honda fanboy, I own a Yamaha

[@ferencerdei7153]

Hi. Thanks for the test. My only question is that how tall are you? Because Iam 185cm - does it fit for me also?

[@michal3245r]

Hi, I think he's 193 cm tall. I am 185, haven't ridden it, just sat on it - seemed ok.

[@Captn_Slow]

Front folks not adjustable is a bummer...

[@MissMan666]

Better to have a non adjustable quality front fork than a crappy adjustable one.

[@tinhnguyen5699]

Japanese products are always reliable !

[@piee93able]

#HondaForLife #JapaneseBeast

[@bioapf00]

So... XSR700 or this one?

[@ezrapardede1921]

It competes closer to the 900 tbh

[@johndunstan7003]

Uggh looks like a chook chaser (dirt bike). Please, Mr.Honda will we ever get a naked bike like the 1980 style CBX1000 six cylinder or the CB900 Bol'dor? They were so beautiful. This is so disappointing.

[@tocateur]

Any CBR650R review on the line?

[@JFMotorcycles]

Well I recorded some, but it was quite in a high speed and I am not 100% sure I will be able to publish it :X I will try

[@massimolongo5342]

they say that it has annoying vibrations at 6000 rpmas never honda is wrong ?

[@67cckelly]

@tCB650R Owners Facebook

[@iodineclip]

if only they dont have the air scoop thing beside the tank... i personally think it would look miles better without those air scoops.

[@nubian3655]

I think it looks cool

[@iodineclip]

@@nubian3655 good for you mate

[@neamtialin]

It looks to me as some sort of replaceable protection. Something like yamaha tennere

[@iodineclip]

@@neamtialin the scoop itself is a functional ram air intake, i wonder if we can remove it at all.

[@neamtialin]

@@iodineclip kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3O9amxriMhmgNE at 1:08 you can see the two fixings holding that panel which also acts like a badge displaying the model I suppose it will be just common sense to be able to replace it if you drop the bike.i think it is clever

[@vadscaststeel8057]

❤❤❤

[@zman1998b]

And I thought about buying an CB sevenfifty...

[@mikiwouze]

I was about to buy a new set of Metzeler Roadtec for my CB650F, but you made me doubt about them! Could you develop why you did not like them? Which tyres would you recommend for such a bike? Thank you for your answer!

[@captainaverage721]

Is the qiuck shifter standard or an option?

[@martinpichler8567]

In other reviews i heared it is optional

[@JFMotorcycles]

Option :) Not sure how much you have to pay extra

[@jeremyalves3089]

@@JFMotorcycles 220 euros in France

[@adriasanchezcaballe]

Can't decide between the CB650R, the MT-07, or the CBR650R :/

[@NotGastro]

Mt-07 was my choice and the torque/sound is incredible. Also reliable as hell. This one looks cool though as well

[@UvidCo]

Cbr650R

[@jaromor8808]

@@NotGastro sound? not without an aftermarket exhaust

[@jaromor8808]

@@NotGastro sound is actually the weakest point on the mt-07

[@NotGastro]

@@jaromor8808 Well i will agree that without an aftermarket exhaust it sound like a toy but with an exhaust.... Oh my, it gets a deep and bassy grouling

[@alexduey7868]

seems like every motorcycle is a good beginner bike lol

[@BikerBijilal]

It's been a while, where were you?

[@Motogamna]

Can hardly hear the bìke

[@JFMotorcycles]

Check this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4ikf2aIo9Sch80 I just uploaded RAW sound of the CBR650R -> which has the same engine and sound.

[@Csirkefoga]

100% czech accent :))

[@BirdArvid]

Charming guy!! Love the Czechs!

[@jaromor8808]

that was my guess too, is he actually czech?

[@Csirkefoga]

Jaroslav Záruba to stoprocentňe :)

[@barnbersonol]

Please give explanations in miles ...as this vid is in English there's a reasonably good chance that British and American people are watching! litres per 100 km to me is me talking to you in Welsh!

[@nikolavojvodic4915]

Everyone in the world except those 2 retarded countries use the metric system so i dont see the point of adjusting to the minority.

[@Samuel-qe9lj]

MT-09 having a 2 cylinder..... hehehe

[@chrisredfield3240]

Would have been interesting if it did really. The nuda 900 was one hell of a bike with less weight the 105hp is probably almost as good.

[@MegaSlipknot001]

Its not a review when you just say everything thats on the website.

[@pikboj]

Best cb is from 07 -12 CB600F with ENGINE CBR 167 kg 102 HP ABS ALUMINIUM FRAME

[@motozest7856]

Wrong. That 07-13 Hornet (not 07-12) is 173kg *DRY* / 177kg *DRY* with ABS - the CB650R 202kg is *WET* with ABS. That Hornet's engine develops 63.5Nm; this new CB650R's engine develops 64Nm. Plus this new one has traction control, a quickshifter as an option, lighter wheels (less rotating mass), better brakes and better suspension. An older motorcycle model is rarely better than the new one - exactly what happens in this case.

[@pikboj]

Compare a motorcycle of 10 g younger with a model that has it all and is still lightweight and sturdy and has a show-like standstill as opposed to this modelq where only the latest model has up side down fork. of course, the new model does not have a tank of 19 l already 16 l, so in comparison to the age of 10 g the younger does not offer basically anything for the money that is being sought. it is better to Buy new yanaha Mt 09 or second hand CB600 F 2007/2013

[@motozest7856]

@@pikboj The impressive sales figures of the CB650R prove you wrong. Here in Portugal and Spain people are putting down deposits since early March and the stock will only be replenished in July. Never in the history of Honda Iberica has a model sold more than this one. In the rest of Europe things aren't very different. Another argument is the styling - altough subjective (which is why I left it out of my previous comment) this Neo Sports Cafe design language seems to be *exactly* what the market wants right now, considering they're all selling like hot cakes (from the CB125R to the CB1000R). I think they look a lot classier than the Manga-inspired MT-09 and old Hornet nonsense. Given the sales figures, the market seems to agree with me.

[@pikboj]

@@motozest7856 I am talking about engineering and advanced technologies, this 21st century, how do you, as a corporation, offer us as customers new and advanced that you have not shown before 10 years ago? My grade from 1 to 10 for cb 650 is 5. This is nothing new. already seen in the mentioned model cb600f also produce Vfr 800 identical since 1998 ??? The same frame is the same injection of the same machine with very small changes .. Your story is great as a seller for customers. But you also need to be on the professional responses of people in new technologies.

[@motozest7856]

@@pikboj I'm not a "seller for costumers", I'm a medical student and I own a Kawasaki. I'm simply pointing facts - if you don't accept them and prefer to live in an alternate reality, be my guest.

[@leeengelsman6356]

you seem to ride a bit sloppy in the corners!.

[@JFMotorcycles]

It is not the easiest thing to speak in different language, review the bike on the fly a ride though :)

[@shubsodhi5986]

dude??/ 650r for god sake...... it's 650F "F".

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

Hm, nice. When I see that knee angle though, it makes me cringe. How tall are you? If it is like on the Honda CB 500 f, it is clearly a pass for me. Yes, it looks nice, but I already have a nice-looking bike which I am not 100 % happy with. Sound...debatable (to me, it sounds like a can).

[@JFMotorcycles]

Hi Sandra. I am clearly too huge for bike as I have 193 cm and over 115 KG. But I don't look great on almost anybike to be honest. Sound is perfect when you hear it live. :)

[@rickshawphilippines]

Looks like for little people

[@johntempest267]

Bikes are so small. If you're 6'2" or taller you'd look silly on this bike.

[@chrisredfield3240]

There are so many small bikes. My Gf is 5'7" and loads of bikes look stupid with her on it. The duke 125 looks like a toy model. She is long in the body though

[@zombeloffical]

Cb650r is good for tall ppl. Im 6'6" and i fit perfectly on it. Doesnt look goofy whatsoever:)

[@johntempest267]

@@zombeloffical Debatable. If you're 6'6" and someone thinks you look goofy on a bike, they may not say so.

[@chemac1410]

For me is perfect. If you are taller you have the trail. The trail are very large for me. I can't ride a crosstourer for exemple.

[@ghaneessharmamathialagam5401]

Yamaha MT-09 or honda cb650r

[@Roy_Godiksen]

The only thing i don't like is the headlight. That's just a matter of taste.

[@JFMotorcycles]

Good, I understand. Everyone has different taste :)

[@whalesong999]

Having had quite a few bikes and riding in all kinds of weather, I see many of these new machines will be bugger-bears to clean. There are so many nooks and crannies to catch and hold soiling that will be arduous to clean. Otherwise, I do like the overall looks of the machine especially a it's having a flatter seat contour and an actual rear fender.