Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 vs. Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Overview - Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 vs Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 compared to Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

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	12,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	63 Nm	Torque	43 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.6	Compression Ratio	10.7
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Electronically controlled
Ignition	Ignition	Digital, Transistor	Ignition	Digital, Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift, Semi-automatic	Transmission Type	Gearshift, Semi-automatic
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	471 ccm

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	240 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Technology	Technology	Big Piston	Technology	Big Piston
Brand	Brand	Showa	Brand	Showa
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Steel

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Twin Tube	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	64.5 degree	Rake	64.5 degree
Trail	Trail	101 mm	Trail	102 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	296 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Traction control

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	2,120 mm	Length	2,080 mm
Width	Width	750 mm	Width	760 mm
Height	Height	1,150 mm	Height	1,145 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,410 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	202.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	193 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.4 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.1 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2
Range	Range	314 km	Range	488 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	112 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	80 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	3.5 l/100km
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	97 dB	Stationary noise	89 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

The Honda CB650R E-Clutch impressed in our 2024 endurance test thanks to its combination of a classic four-cylinder engine and state-of-the-art E-Clutch technology. It offers a well-balanced riding experience that is a pleasure both for everyday use and on sporty rides. Despite minor shortcomings, such as its heavier 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

Excellent suspension for a sporty yet comfortable ride

User-friendly ergonomics and an intuitive TFT display

Heavier than its competitors

Standard tyres leave room for improvement in terms of handling

Slight vibrations at high revs

The suspension reaches its limits when travelling at very high speeds

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

On the CBR500R, the E-Clutch goes from being a comfort feature to a genuine sports feature. Fast and precise gear changes take the strain off the rider when navigating twisties, allowing them to focus more on braking points, line choice and corner entry. This makes the E-Clutch particularly compelling for a road sports bike.

fast and precise gear changes

comfortable upshifting and downshifting without using the clutch lever

greater focus on the racing line and corner entry

no stalling during slow manoeuvres

the manual clutch remains available at all times

around 3 kg extra weight

a surcharge of 500 euros

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch vs Honda CBR500R E-Clutch

Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch

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Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 vs. Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Overview - Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 vs Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025 compared to Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Engine and Drive Train

Brakes Rear

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R E-Clutch 2025

Honda CBR500R E-Clutch 2026

Price Comparison Average Market Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch vs Honda CBR500R E-Clutch

Price Honda CB650R E-Clutch

Price Honda CBR500R E-Clutch

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