Why the Honda CB650R | She chose it over the TRIUMPH Street Triple R!! 😳

[@mikes2270]

That’s a wise woman. Buy what feels right. Ride it and have a blast for 5000 miles or whatever and if you want something different after your skills improve or if you want to do a different style of riding, sell it and buy something else. I’ve owned six different bikes in the last nine years and loved them all. I like trying different things.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Spot on! This is the bike of the moment, others will come

[@Bikersnod]

Couldn’t agree more! I went through the exact same decision making process and ended up with a 2023 Black Edition CB650r over a Street Triple! Also, I totally agree on the looks front; the 2023 MY looks so much better! Enjoy the ride 😊

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thanks! The black edition is stunning! Enjoy

[@The.JZA.]

The CB650R is a Jekyll and Hyde motorcycle. It's smooth and friendly and easy to ride but then when you wanna have some fun on a twisty road you get the revs up into the powerband and it howls. I love mine. Such a good bike. The only thing I'm not in love with is the fuel consumption but it's not too bad and smiles per mile is high so it's a good trade-off. Also I noticed you saying you arent planning on going to a track. If you are new to motorcycling then I would highly recommend a novice track day with some training. Don't worry about "track skills", focus on "road skills". You can learn a lot about your bike and yourself when you have a safe environment to practice in. Just take it slow and after a few laps you will start to get comfortable and learn a lot of new skills with braking, cornering, line choice, acceleration, and about what you bike is capable of. The CB650R is a very capable bike on the track.

[@Bikersnod]

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[@MrZygy3]

Good Choice!!! 30k km on this bike right now, just awesome.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thank you!

[@wavesnwheels]

My wife has the 2022 650r and loves it. She started on a Ducati 400 scrambler and is finding the cb so much better. I’ve done the tail tidy for her, and swapped the bars for some with a little extra rise and sweep because at 5’4” she was finding it a bit tiring when touring for a week or more. Especially In mountainous regions with extended periods of tight downhill. I’ve also swapped the levers for some nice adjustable ones to suit her smaller lady hands. Congratulations on the bike. I’m sure you will love it as much as my wife does.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Tail tidy is coming soon, too. Good call on the levers. The brakes are adjustable but not the clutch, so we might look into this soon, too.

[@sproutandkidneysoup2296]

@@oneweekoutoftwo7173 I'd advise against a tail tidy. I had the CBR650R but it's the same rear end. I fitted a tail tidy, but I soon discovered the shortcomings. Not only does your back get covered in spray and muck from the road when it's wet, but if you look closely around the rear light cluster, there is a gap betwwen the seat and rear light that lets water gather under the seat where all the electrics are housed. It gets drenched in there. I didn't think that was good for for the bike, so I put the original rear end back. There may be a solution out there I'm not aware of when you fit a tail tidy to prevent the ingress of water, but it was a real concern I had at the time. It is a nice bike though, and a great, fun machine.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We knew about the muc from wet roads but not necessarily about the other potential issues. Which year model did you have? The rear end has been redesigned in 2023

[@sproutandkidneysoup2296]

@@oneweekoutoftwo7173 2019. Have a good look a potential gap around the back light and rear seat.

[@kamlallikl]

Hey I’ve just bought a 24 CB650R (without e-clutch) as my first bike. Got a great deal so I totally agree that value for money really matters. I got the Matte Green - I absolutely f--ing love it. The new TFT and new tail are deffo the best upgrades on the 24.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Congratulations on your first big bike. Ride safe!!

[@ceciliatabbi4218]

Going to agree here. I went for the 2023 model (black edition) because the 2024 just doesn't look as good. I'd love the improved dash but hey, the older dash functions just fine and still looks good.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Black was IMPOSSIBLE to find brand new anywhere. No regrets with blue, but the black is a stunner, congrats!

[@ceciliatabbi4218]

It was all they had on the floor here, so I'm not complaining. I got the last one, too, until the next shipment - and I'm not sure if that would still be '23 models or the '24. It does look good in all colours, though, so equally grats on the blue :) @@oneweekoutoftwo7173

[@The.JZA.]

I agree, the 2024 refresh was a downgrade. I ran out and bought a brand new 2022 for a discounted price, also in the matt gunpowder black. Done about 1,600km on it so far and loving every second.

[@matthewhaggarty2712]

I shortlisted the 650 and previous generation street triple r for my first bike after passing my test last year. It came down to how I felt sitting on them both as I loved the looks of them for different reasons. I went with the R in the end. No regrets. Like you, I am not going after speed and adrenaline, but love that it has that capability. It was an incredible step up in power, quality and feel when I got out on the R the first time from only riding a Gladius I had done all my riding on to that point. Night and day difference. I know this will be all the bike I need for a long time as well. Happy riding both of you.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thanks for sharing your experience. The R is amazing! Happy riding to you too

[@dorstefan]

I think the Honda CB650R and the Kawasaki Z900 are the best bikes when it comes to price/performance.

[@rogerp4612]

Most of the people wondering why on earth she chose the CB650R probably haven't ridden one.

[@mrscreamer379]

Should have just put the Speed Triple in rain mode until you were ready for it. Choosing an inline 4 is a weird choice when you are worried about being a hooligan, all the power is at the top of the rev range which you can't really use on the road. The triple would hold its value far better as well. They are forever bikes.

[@vitvrbik4346]

I have started 4 years ago on exactly same bike and i have loved it! It is a very quick bike and sounds amazing! After 2 years i swapped for a new Yamaha mt09 sp which I also love..

[@douglasalexander4348]

That is a very nice bike, but you do need the SP which you have because of the meh suspension on the standard. My base 765 R was good straight out of the box.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

No argument there. It's a much more premium bike. The RS is a step even further.

[@douglasalexander4348]

@@oneweekoutoftwo7173 Rode them both, found the R was more composed,more compliant ? around the not so smooth roads I mostly ride on. I also like like the orange needle tachometer and the blue flashing rev lights .. Have a look at the new Yamaha XSR Gp though… Have fun riding whatever you ride !

[@TheHowardski]

Funny, it has come down to these two bikes for me too! I loved the Triple Rs 765 and have not yet ridden the CB650R but it looks amazing!

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Interesting! Let us know which one you pick up in the end

[@pkatsigris]

😂😂😂i was in exactly the same position. Triumph 765 or cb650r . I ordered the Honda last week. Hopefully it will be delivered next week

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Congratulations, let us know ow how you get on!

[@TheBluebiker]

Not a bad bike among them . Having owed Honda fours and a Street triple r .

[@midlife-crysis]

I found the 650 so difficult to pull away from traffic lights without the revs pinging up to 5k before the clutch matched. I found a 1000cc the cb1000r to actually be easier to ride slow through town than the 650. But price and insurance is very different

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Thank you for sharing. It's true that low capacity four cylinders need to be revved a bit more to get off the line. This is, in part, what we were looking for. Our 11bhp 125cc wasn't quick off thebline either. In fact, it wasn't quick anywhere. The CB 650R is a step up and seemed to be the logical next bike here. We shall look into the CB1000R then 😉

[@majordelays4909]

I had both the Honda was sooooo easy to ride and manouvre. Honda Seemed to not be perfect with the gear shifting had 1/100 false neutral or whatever. My street triple was the S. it was a nice fast great sounding bike, out the box it had a nice sound from stock. I missed the slipper clutch initially and had a few stalls - but soon improved. I’d have a street triple one day, but the ninja 1000 sx is so perfect for me I’m on a second one! All Nikes are great, enjoy the journey !!!

[@rogerp4612]

That's odd. I pull away at 2k rpm with ease, every time. Only need more revs when stopped on an uphill incline- but even then I'm going to maybe 3k rpm. I've never launched anywhere near 5k.

[@nigo1787]

I drive a Street Triple and I'm pretty sure the Honda is a more versatile and "all-rounded" bike than this hooligan on wheels of a bike. Very tempted by it. Also I believe there is a big price difference, with the CB competing more with the quite likable Street 660 S

[@DimitriLeeBX]

What did she ride before? My wife is looking for her next bike any recommendations would be helpful.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

She was riding a Bullit Hero 125. We tried by trying the Royal Enfield Hunter and Meteor. They were a little small for Vic (5'9). Then we tried the Triumph Trident, Street Triple RS, Street Triple R, and then Honda Hornet and CB650R Advice would be to book all the test rides you can. What we learned is that between what looks good, what feels good once on it in the showroom, and how they feel when you ride them can be worlds apart.

[@majordelays4909]

But used one in winter and the swap out in spring for the next one without losing much - to try them all I mean 😂

[@SudeepC1973]

#childenofhonda Good choice. CB1000R myself. My riding buddy has CB650R. Smooth and easy.

[@tomlockwoodbartlett]

Did you consider the Kawasaki Z650RS?

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Briefly, for the looks, but we couldn't find a place near us where we could try one. The 900 looks even nicer but was a bit out of our price range and much bigger

[@tomlockwoodbartlett]

Shame. Why didn't you try any Royal Enfields?@@oneweekoutoftwo7173

[@mstelios4259]

Congrats! Ride in good health

[@Geshmaal]

Funnily enough I'd choose the Honda too, for no other reason than the Triumph is hideous. I hate the "goggles" look of all of the Street Triples.

[@The.JZA.]

Agreed. That and the poor reliability. With the Honda you are basically guaranteed that it'll work forever.

[@gdwxy]

​@@The.JZA. bullshit

[@danielhasahondaandtriumph]

Can always just keep it a couple of years then upgrade to the street triple r 😉

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

This is very much the angle, as off today ... 😉 who knows what amazing bikes will be out there in a couple of year.

[@TheChineseAK-47Blog]

Good Choice. Honda runs like a top, and remains serviceable for decades. Triumph drips oil after the first year.

[@gdwxy]

Don't think so

[@TheChineseAK-47Blog]

The first edition of these are known for oil leaks, and the 2nd run are known for clutch problems. They say they are have fixed those issues now. @@gdwxy

[@VinayKumar-db4qz]

Honda will be more reliable and it will be lighter on your pocket when it comes to service and maintenance.

[@chriswest2290]

Cr650r is a nice bike. But just so gutless.

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

There are other bikes that deliver more thrills for sure. At 456hp per ton, it's no slouch, though. The delivery is linear and predictable, and yes, you need to rev it to extract the power, but for Vic, transitioning from an 11bhp 125cc, it is a big step up and just what she needs, for now 😉

[@chriswest2290]

@oneweekoutoftwo7173 Oh yes. It's a good bike. And a nice first big bike.

[@cyborgscanner]

How is it in long rides? Is it still comfortable after long hours?

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Good question, we are yet to find out. Longest we've been kn it has been over 90 minutes and it was fine. Our goal is to train for longer rides soon

[@rogerp4612]

@oneweekoutoftwo7173 the seat is fine for an hour and a half - longer rides will result in the need for increasingly frequent stops. Then again, this lady looks to be a good deal lighter than yours truly, so it might be fine for her.

[@chrisfs150]

Those triumphs are just the ugliest things ever... Pretty much every other triumph is good looking but those awfull evil eyeball headlights totally off putting..

[@killswitch4563]

Really bad decision. Str is absolutely stunning, cbr is boring to ride. Sound is not good. Cbr looks not good. Everytime i ride in the city with the sc project on it, a lot of people turn around. Corners are a dream. The quality of old triumph is on point. I started with the str 675 r as my first bike and there was never a problem, only fun overload everytime i ride it. 😊 but if you are happy, everything is fine! Ride safe

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

To each their own indeed. She did say that she loved the Street Triple, it just wasn't the bike for her this time around. Thanks for stipping by

[@killswitch4563]

@@oneweekoutoftwo7173 yes its fine, for the str as beginner bike you need to have a lot of discipline. It is a smooth bike, but can make a lot of Power which can be Hard to handle. I personally love my decision and hope she and everyone Do it too with his own bike 😊

[@markfleming636]

I'm an ex biker. This is just my opinion. At the beginning of this video, you have your children in the car. Why put yourself at risk of serious injury or, worse, riding bikes? There are too many idiots on the road. Please take care

[@oneweekoutoftwo7173]

Fair points. Starting biking older means that our thrill seeking days are behind us. Thanks for sharing your concerns with us

[@DonGregers]

If you gotta ask that question - you either forgot what being a biker means, or never really understood it...

[@paulfarcas1514]

😂 sure. Ex biker...