Honda CBR650R 2020 vs. Honda CBR500R 2021

Honda CBR650R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2021

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Technical Specifications Honda CBR650R 2020 compared to Honda CBR500R 2021

Honda CBR650R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2021

Honda CBR650R 2020

Honda CBR500R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	67 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	66.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	5,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	64 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.4	Compression Ratio	10.7
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	649 ccm	Displacement	471 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,110 mm	Length	2,075 mm
Width	Width	755 mm	Width	740 mm
Height	Height	1,145 mm	Height	1,145 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	790 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	194 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.7 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CBR650R 2020

The 2021 update of the Honda CBR650R solves the biggest problem of the previous year's model: the overly comfortable chassis. The new Showa fork gives the sports bike a much sportier response, which is immediately noticeable on winding country roads. However, one should not expect a thoroughbred super sports bike, but a road sports bike suitable for everyday use, on which one can experience a lot of pleasure in the saddle both on the way to work and on a weekend ride.

Resilient four-cylinder

comfortable seating position

improved chassis for 2021

cool look

easy to operate.

Engine sluggish below 8,000 revolutions

LC display now looks old-fashioned

Honda CBR500R 2021

True supersport looks for everyday use. Despite its aggressive and credible styling, the CBR500R's everyday package is a delight. Low fuel consumption and a comfortable riding position make it a feel-good companion that has been significantly upgraded for 2022. The chassis and brakes now match the CBR's aspirations, and with the right accessories it shows its all-round qualities. Only the shock absorber leaves room for improvement when the going gets sporty.

Full 48 hp in the A2 class

comfortable seating position

transparent feel for the front wheel

high-quality standard tyres

low seat height

good brakes.

Suspension strut bounces on bumpy roads