Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 vs. Yamaha R7 World GP 60th Anniversary 2023

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Yamaha R7 World GP 60th Anniversary 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 compared to Yamaha R7 World GP 60th Anniversary 2023

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Yamaha R7 World GP 60th Anniversary 2023

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Yamaha R7 World GP 60th Anniversary 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	80 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	68.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	95 HP	Engine power	73.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	67 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	11.5
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
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	689 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	66.3 degree

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

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	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,395 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	188 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 long term test bike with its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a balanced riding experience that is enjoyable both in everyday life and on sporty rides. Despite minor weaknesses, such as its higher weight and standard tyres, it remains a reliable and powerful naked bike that stands out above all for its comfort, user-friendliness and innovative technology.

Powerful and smooth-running four-cylinder engine Innovative E-Clutch system for comfortable gear changes

Good suspension for a sporty and comfortable rider

User-friendly ergonomics and intuitive TFT display

Higher weight compared to the competition

Standard tyres offer handling that could be improved

Slight vibrations at high revs

Suspension reaches its limits at very high speeds