Honda CB650F 2016 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Honda CB650F 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Overview - Honda CB650F 2016 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Honda CB650F 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Technical Specifications Honda CB650F 2016 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Honda CB650F 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Honda CB650F 2016

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	105 mm
Stroke	Stroke	46 mm	Stroke	72.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	87 HP	Engine power	122 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	125 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,000 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.4	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Belt
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	1,252 ccm

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Single disk
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	160 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	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	16 inch
Length	Length	2,110 mm	Length	2,270 mm
Width	Width	775 mm	Width	843 mm
Height	Height	1,120 mm	Height	1,089 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,520 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	765 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	208 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	228 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.3 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.8 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650F 2016

Proven Honda quality for beginners and all those looking for a comfortable, uncomplicated naked bike with a lively look.

Comfort

easy handling

well-functioning components

generous service intervals of 12,000 km

Vibrations between 5 and 7 thousand revolutions

long gear ratio

sticker instead of paintwork

Harley-Davidson Sportster S RH1250S 2023

The Sportster S returns to the tradition of this model series - yes, it really used to be about sport! That's why the latest American creation, with its 122 hp and 125 Nm of torque, doesn't want to be a cruiser, but instead is almost classless in its pursuit of customers. What is on offer is a wonderful poser bike that is surprisingly easy to ride after a little familiarisation. The single-disc brake at the front has a lot of work to do and the fat 160 front tyre does not steer in quite naturally. In addition, the rider has to cope with a hard suspension and a seating position that is energy-sapping on long stages - which of course doesn't matter at all in front of the ice cream parlour. Electronics and safety are top-notch, which mitigates the tidy price for true fans.

Powerful, refined engine

unique looks

full electronics package with cornering ABS and lean angle-dependent traction control

low-maintenance belt drive

unrivalled

Chassis really hard

turn-in behaviour somewhat unwilling because of the wide front tyre

small tank capacity.