Honda’s updated CB650R and CBR650R bikes breaks cover

Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer Honda has introduced its updated CB650R and CBR650R bikes for the global markets at EICMA 2023.
The company has also confirmed that its e-clutch technology will be available in all bikes manufactured from 2024. It was first introduced in the 2024 CB650R and CBR650R.

E-clutch technology automatically engages and disengages the clutch, similar to Intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT) in cars.

CB650R and CBR650R: features

The 2024 models of Honda’s CB650R and CBR650R have been introduced with cosmetic changes.

The new Honda CB650R also gets a newly designed seat, new fuel tank extension, longer fairing, larger taillamps along with a 5.0-inch digital instrument cluster.

The updated CBR650R comes with a new cowl with additional ducts and vents, new LED headlamps and a new fairing. Apart from this, the bike has a new seat and tail lamp and a 5.0-inch digital instrument screen.

No Change in Powertrain

Both the latest bikes have the same 649cc, 4-cylinder engine as before, which is capable of producing 94bhp power at 12,000rpm and 63Nm torque at 9,500rpm. Being equipped with an e-clutch, it is 2 kg heavier than the standard model.

The updated bikes are likely to be launched in India next year and will be priced higher than the current Rs 8.67 lakh for the CB650R and Rs 9.35 lakh for the CBR650R (prices, ex-showroom).

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