[Running and styling are renewed from CBR650F] New CBR650R, released on March 15

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2019 New HONDA CBR650 R which was released at the Milan Show (EICMA) held in Italy in November 2018, and called a topic of image revamp. Details of its domestic sales in Japan were officially released. It will be released on March 15, 2019 at the price of 103,000 yen to 10,669,000 yen for tax included motorcycle.

A road sports model equipped with a compact full cowl · CBR650 R is developed based on CBR650 F of a conventional model equipped with water-cooled 4-stroke DOHC in-line 4 cylinder 648cc engine that can enjoy the full rotation feeling. Under the concept "Fluctuating Exciting Running 4 Middle CBR R", the styling has also been redesigned while aging parts of the body, undercarriage, power unit, so that the motorcycle can be more spritly manipulated. Also, as the F series end, the motorcycle name will also be changed to "CBR650 R".

HONDA CBR 650 R [2019] Grand Prix Red

Regarding the body and suspension, we are pursuing weight reduction and high rigidity by changing the components and manufacturing method of the frame, centralizing mass, adopting aluminum wheels of 5 Y-shaped spokes, etc. It is combined with an inverted front fork, a front brake employing a radial mount caliper, a position adjustment of Separate han dlebar & step, etc., and is trying to improve motor performance.

HONDA CBR 650 R [2019] Matt Ballistic Black Metallic

For the power unit, it is tuning various places aiming at improving the output of the high rotation range than the conventional model while maintaining easy-to-handle torque characteristics. It clearly outlines the direction as a compact road sports model such as changing valve specification, changing piston shape, and adopting a newly designed air cleaner (Twin Ram Air Duct).

In addition, an assist slipper clutch that alleviates the load of clutch operation and a Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) that alleviates rear wheel slip are newly adopted. It is also taken into consideration for rider's fatigue reduction and a sense of security.

HONDA CBR650 R [2019] Styling reminiscent of CBR1000 RR

As for styling, we are renewing the design which emphasized the image of the CBR series, including the newly designed lightweight and compact full cowl, adoption of LED dual headlight etc. Body color is a lineup of two colors - "Grand Prix Red" of the racing image full of speed feeling, and "Matt Ballistic Black Metallic" of calm impression based on black.

Honda New model CBR650 R is release on March 15, 2019 at the price of 103,000 yen to 106,600 yen for motorcycle including tax.

SpecificationCBR650R
Overall Length × Overall Width × Overall Height (mm)2,130×750×1,150
Axle Distance (mm)1,450
Seat Height (mm)810
Motorcycle Weight (kg)207
Engine ModelWater-cooled 4 series In-line 4-cylinder DOHC 4 Valve
Total Engine Displacement (cc)648
Inner Diameter x Stroke (mm)67.0×46.0
Compression Ratio11.6
Maximum Output (ps / rpm)95/12,000
Maximum Torque (kgf · m / rpm)6.5/8,500
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)15
Transmission TypeConstant Mesh 6-speed Return
Caster Angle (Degree) / Trail Amount (mm)25°30´/101
Front BrakeW Disc
Rear BrakeDisc
Front Tire Size120/70ZR17
Rear Tire Size180/55ZR17
Tax included Motorcycle Body Price1,368,000 yen (Matt Ballistic Black Metallic), 106 million yen (Grand Prix Red)

*Information Service: Honda Motor Co.

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