Why The 2019 Honda CB650R Is Awesome Value For Money
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7:15 They added 4 piston calipers to the SV650 in 2019.
Thanks PW - appreciate the correction. I'll pin this comment
Dont have it in Oz yet though..
for my 2020 you mean...
@@Tonyx.yt. we got them here in the UK this year
Peakwanderer They really didn't need to as it was already best in class anyway! Regardless of the basic suspension and brakes the SV650 models have the best motor in the industry. Don't believe me, name another motor that is virtually unchanged after twenty years that still gets good reviews!
Got this masterpiece of engineering art as my first bike this spring. Worth every penny and every second you spend. You are breathtaking, Honda!
I bought the CBR650R. It's a great bike. Manual throttle. Surprisingly quiet, a great touring bike with enough speed to be fun. The exhaust on both is a work of art IMO.
I also have the CB650R even tough I first ordered the GSX-S750 from Suzuki but there were problems with the delivery, so I chose this one instead (couldn’t wait as it’s my first big bike)
I will never regret doing this, I love this bike 😎👍
Amazing quality, a screamer , ... just excellent.
You are breathtaking! (Cyperpunk2077)
@@rolandfullthrottle8316 those are both on my list lol, this is gorgeous bike and more modern technology, suzuki is so dated
Marvin's Reviews ETC. Must say the Gixxes is a cornering beast but indeed a bit dated. The dashboard put me off to be honest... I had de GSX-S125 as a first bike and it’s really good value for money. But it’s also dated... too bad.
If you want another choice it would be the Triumph Street Triple RS for me... more sportbike really. But amaaaazing bike overall ! 😎👍
What a beauty.... Classic and Modern at same time!
Nice video , I bought a cb650r 2 months ago and love it I took it around france and spain no probs . Iv had big bikes all my life now down to this 650 you don,t always need a large bike.
Good to hear you've had big bikes and still love the 650. A bit of riding history always impacts.
9:45 the display can be set to be brighter and it handles well enough even in the brightest days. must read the manual to find it.
Thanks for the tip
@@motobob you're welcome. If there's one complain I have about this bike (got mine just a week ago) is that they did a terrible job with getting to all these settings :) you have to hold the SET or the SEL button WHILE turning on the switch .. or something hacky like that ..
@@motobob here's the manual - in case someone is interested : www.manualslib.com/manual/970611/Honda-Cb650f.html?page=29#manual
Seems to fog up at high speeds though 😉
Is it good when it comes to water resistance? It rains a lot where I live. Also are they scratch resistant as well?
I think the CB650R is the best looking bike in its segment, and at that price it’s amazing we don’t see more of these on the roads.
I'd be super tempted if I was buying a bike again. I paid £6k for my Street Twin with about 4,000 miles on it. No regrets, but this is a much more performance orientated bike. The only thing is that you never use the power in town, whereas you can ride the Street Twin full throttle away from the lights and the torque down low just rockets you away. But for countryside riding, this beats it hands down.
I agree, torque plays a huge part in making a good road bike but, if you commute and play ride the same bike, and you’re on a budget, the 650R makes a lot of sense. And, as you said in the vid, with a few mods it would look even better. I’m even tempted myself, and I don’t need a middle weight bike! 😂
Actually CB650 is on its segment...its in between the segment of mt 07 & sv650 as well as Z900,GSXS750 and MT 09 segment,both in pricing as well as power
Dirty Habitz on a budget so you think $9,000 US is a good bike to get if you on a freaking budget hell no
Because at that price people would rather get the better performance MT09 or Z900s.
So first off, GREAT REVIEW for actual logical, everyday thoughts on a really nicely done review, EXCELLENT JOB SIR! As someone who just sold an MT07, and at the time, also owned a Z650, and had also just test drove a Triumph Trident, I have to agree with this overall brilliant review. This is without a doubt, the "grown up" middle weight version of all the other bikes in this class. I purchased a 2021 CB650R just a couple months ago after watching this, and dozens of other reviews, , and I could not be happier. I immediately sold the Z650 after owning the CB for just a couple of weeks, and have zero regrets! This bike feels SOOOO much more solid than all the others. The Honda 4cylinder feels and sounds so much more like a bada$$ middle weight. It's much smoother than the MT and the Z, both of which are super "twitchy and spazzy" on the throttle, and you can honestly feel the maturity in this bike compared to the others the minute you sit on it. After hearing SOOO many people talk about the torque advantage with the MT07, I realized (and researched) that the acceleration times are the exact same with the Honda CB, so I'm not sure why it's so often brought up in these comparisons. Truth is, it's more reliable, feels better, rides smoother and is just as quick, and even faster top speed, than all the others! The Honda is just better! If you want wheelies and plasticky feel, then consider the others for sure, but if you want a bike that changes the way you feel about a middle weight naked bike, then go test drive the Honda CB650R and you will see/feel exactly what I'm talking about. Stay safe, have fun, and enjoy yourselves. Cheers!
A guy in town is selling his 2019 with 4k miles, SC full exhaust, few minor exterior things. Asking $9500. Is that worth it considering it’s 4 years old, 4k miles?
@@_N4VE_ Hey there. That's a little high I think, but not a terrible price with the SC exhaust (I wish I had the SC exhaust on mine) and some other things. I got my 2021 CB650R (updated LCD screen and a few other things) with only 1000 miles on it, with a half exhaust system (MIVV exhaust, pretty sick system but not as badass as the SC) and a few things like levers and signals etc.., and paid the same price. I get that everything is selling for more nowadays, but the brand new ones are the same price, minus the destination and freight charges of course. It would be great if you could get it closer to $8,500 for sure. But I get that sometimes you pay just to be done with it and to start riding asap. Overall, I still super satisfied with the bike and can't see myself as happy on anything else comparable.
@@josephking7448 So after talking with him he says he lowered the asking price to 8k, and that it actually has 7k miles. Is that a reasonable price? I don’t like that it has more miles than I thought tho. Not familiar with bikes, but how much is considered “high miles” for bike motors? I’m much more a car guy so this will be my first bike
FYI: Relating to the always-on signals: the early Victory bikes had the same thing. Problem was they used a plastic housing. Melted the housings after six months, replaced under warranty and the dealer removed the third wire so they worked only as directional signals.
Still prefer the SV, especially with the new brakes for 2019! Granted, the Honda’s build quality is better than Suzuki, but the V-Twin is much more ‘useable’ IMHO! You can also pick an SV up brand new for £5,000!
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Yes... and a naked street should have a lowend.... Kindof defeats the purpose if a naked high revving
Agreed... Sv all day .
does a guy 6ft tall (184cm) fit on the sv650?
Leandro Malara I’m 183cm & I fit just fine 👌🏻👍🏻 I currently ride a VStrom 1000, but considering a swap to an SV. I had a ‘pointy’ SV650S back in 2003 & loved it!
Nice vid Bob, I used to own a 09 Hornet and had an 09 ER6N for few weeks as a hire bike and TBH while the Hornet was more premium with USD forks, 100HP etc I liked how frugal the ER6 was and it's torque was much more usable in London. It made my Hornet feel gutless in the city.
BTW I think the indicator thing is not a bad idea I'm positive they will help being spotted when filtering and it would make drivers aware you're a motorbike instead of one of two car headlights!
Thanks BQ! That’s exactly why I love the street twin around town - all torque. It’s like the opposite of this bike cos it’s gutless at the top end!
That "Emergency" brake light is actually the very intrusive rear ABS kicking in.
Great video. I am thinking about getting a cb650r after getting my licence and your video gives good info about it.
In case low end torque is really a problem, it is always possible to put a slightly larger sprocket in.
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I did my direct access and test on this thing. Currently own a naked sv650 k5. Would swap my SV for this any day. If only the CB sounded as good as my SV. Really great beginner bike.
Can’t beat the sound of a v-twin 👍🤘
Picked my CB650R up a couple of months ago. I absolutely love it. Thanks for this review which helped me make up my mind!
Enjoy! A cracking bike. After borrowing the CB1000R for a couple of months too, I think the 650 might be better suited to UK roads for the majority of the riding I do.
I agree, this is a great bike, considered the previous model, I (at time of purchase) went with the street triple instead (on visual preference).
I can see why you went for the Street. Both great bikes!
For a commuter bike, I would love for reviewers to mention service costs and intervals.
It's a Honda I have one of these bikes. Change the oil and tires every 50,000 miles and you're set.
I think it's worth mentioning that in 1998 Yamaha release the FZS600 Fazer, a bike with the same inline 4 cylinder configuration but with 50cc less than this, 1hp more than this and weighted 14kg less than this... That was 21 years ago! This is not progress!
True!
TheAegisClaw and today bikes are choked out with emissions crap... with emissions delete and bolt ons and tune you can see over 100 whp...
@@sleeper.simulant7327 Full exhaust might be worth most the weight difference too. But the man's point still stands that the bike is a bit porky, seems a common Honda trait these days. Also the US pricing is harsh. $8900 msrp. You can get the zx6r with like 35+ more hp, quite a bit lighter, with better components, for $9999. I would want to see it either 30lbs lighter, or 900-1000 dollars cheaper, to be really excited.
If you sit on both you feel the progress in ergonomics and weight distribution. The modern bikes are much easier to handle, more confidence inspiring and in this way faster and more fun to ride.
Excellent value. I think quite a lot of the Honda range have used the front indicators as daytime running lights. I like the idea but, as yet, haven't ridden a bike with them. Anyway, during daylight i tend to leave my main beam on as I think you've got a better chance of being seen and, of course, you won't blind any oncoming traffic during the day.
Dealer price of $3150 was too good to pass up for a new Ninja 400. Does 125 mph so just fine for the road. I was on my Bandit 1200S for 15 years and the Ninja has plenty of power. That naked 650 is ugly but the faired version looks nice. I'd prefer the Z900.
I'm with you Carl the Kawasaki is around 1000-1600 bucks more, plus your going from a really proven. Engine. Not to say the honda is not Proven. But the cbr600rr is definitely. 9200 bucks for a 650? Around 8200 yeah. But 9200 we are getting much better choice of bike. The Kawasaki 900 rs is in reach for a 1000-2000 more.
Great video mate, I was really thinking of buying the Street Triple RS but I have to be honest to myself this bike is all I need.
Love this detailed review. This is a bike I'd buy.
Thanks LBA!
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When i was going through my training for a driver's license for motorcycles i had that super sport EGO where i was thinking "Should i get a 1000cc, 200HP bike as my first?" and after thinking a bit i realized that maybe I'm plain dumb and suicidal :D
And... way before i got my driver's license i visited the Honda dealership and this bike grabbed my attention immediately due to the raw look (lack of plastics on the sides) and i think it's a nice bike. I rode a similar one... the 2014 CB 650 F and i think they have a decent amount of power for a total dork and newbie.
I like `em! I assume, that when i get on it, I'm going to love it !
My 86 CB700SC also has the front signal lights on all the time. Just makes you more visable.
It absolutely is. Beautiful engine, clutch and gearbox. An engineering masterpiece. Just a shame that it's too small for me.
how tall are you? i'm 1.90m
I hope this Honda will come as a sport touring bike with a bit more torque and power. I drive a ‘15 Yamaha MT09 Tracer now but I am disappointed it is not the quality like Honda. My previous bike was a Honda and my next one will be.
The most comfortable gear shift if you get Honda. In line four inherently offers much more smooth acceleration when you change gear. And More power a in line four offers than the other twin cylinder. Considering the price tag of the middle weight bike, reliability and low cost to service, Japanese bikes still kill the motor game with no doubt .
Agreed
Always-on front signals are the norm in the US. Probably just a money saving thing to make them all have it.
Great video thanks. Quite a bargain that seems to go missed by many people. Great you focused on it!
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback
I like the CB650R, but in the US it is priced above bikes like the Z900, MT-09 and GSX-S750 and thus is considerably more expensive than your suggested competitors in the Z650, MT-07 and SV650.
Interesting! Wonder why it's priced that way there. It's about £1,500 cheaper than the Z900 and MT-09 here
@@motobob CB650R ABS is US$9199 and Z900 ABS is US$8799. This naturally makes the CB a tough sell. CB650Fs did not sell well at all in the US (probably because they were considered overpriced as well) and I believe because of that experience, dealers (at least in my area) are not stocking very many CB650Rs if they stock them at all.
Drones in the Wild where are you from? Here in VT a CB costs only $400 more then the MT07 and is FAR better equipped then the MT.... and it’s over $1000 less then the MT09 or XSR....
@@sleeper.simulant7327 Just going off of published MSRPs on the mfr websites (you can check yourself) for ABS models: CB650R $9199, MT-09 $8999, GSX-S750 $8899, Z900 $8799, MT-07 $7599, SV650 $7499, Z650 $7399. These prices are for 2019 models and do not include destination fees (which is where regional variations come in theoretically). How low an individual person can bargain them down is a different matter. Nonetheless, as you can see the CB650R is more expensive than all of the other ones listed. (Bear in mind, the older CB650F was only $8249 for non-ABS and the one holdover CB650F that is still for sale locally (north of Seattle) is currently marked down to $6999 but on the rare occasions when a CB650R is in a showroom it is not marked down at all.)
@@sleeper.simulant7327 Also, it is a US thing. The CB650R is much less expensive in Canada (ironically) than the US: CAN$9499 (or US$7277) based on Honda Canada's website.
Considering the 2020 model as my first bike! looking forward to it!
They made the fuel tank smaller over the older cb650f. Sigh!
I have been tempted by one of these...
A common problem with all the new models it seems, I think the Z650 is the only one to still has a decent tank size
But the knee positioning feels much better
More lean and flickable
I recently went to a dealer and sat on this as well as the MT07. I prefer the overall look of the Honda but I found the MT07 to have a more comfortable seating position. The Honda felt more sporty. The Honda is also 2 grand more in Canada. I'm pretty torn between the 2.
@No_Name I'm 6'2. No problem flat footing. Since I made this comment I ended up with a Honda CB500X!!
Completely different style of bike but it's comfortable for me.
Like your lovely review, thanks. And this is my ideal bike.
Am riding a MT25. A small cc bike. Previously like the MT series. But now i think i have come to love especially this 4 inline 650r
2:40 “makes for super-addictive acceleration. The next 20 seconds of video remind me of pulling 2nd and 3rd gear rips on my ‘86 700 Nighthawk S. Sub-4 second 0-60 is indeed grin-inducing. Faster wouldn’t be more fun; just more potentially problematic.
Ah yes, the confirmation bias I'm looking for. Love this bike so much.
If Honda had given it adjustable front fork, then nobody would buy their new 1000cc neo cafe. Anyways, you can still change the internals of the forks for around a grand for decent ohlins. Such a nice bike.
Spot on review of this bike. So many people that review it whine about bar vibration at higher revs, that it's too expensive for the class, or try to compare it to larger bikes that cost the same. Too many people are focused on spec sheets and price points to really appreciate what this bike is in the 650cc segment, which is just a higher spec bike. Those forks and the front brakes alone make up the cost difference over an MT07, and while all of the other bikes are much stronger in the low rev torque department, not one of them offers the high speed high rpm fun of this one. This thing is a canyon carvers dream come true, and is literally a naked 600 supersport for the road. I just wish they could have gotten the weight down a little bit more, and maybe offered the adjustable forks from the 600RR... but one could always add those later. I plan on adding one of these to my stable early next year to give me something different to ride from my massive VFR1200F.
Cheers OBP - glad you enjoyed it. Agree that adjustable forks would be nice, but the Showas are pretty good a nicely middled for most riding
Last year I paid 4300 pounds for a new Vstrom 650. That is a value. Like this 650 Honda too though.
I had a BROS 400 in the early 2000s which had always-on indicators.
I think it was a USA spec bike.
1:12 the yams are also considerably lighter than the CB650R too ;)
True. I mentioned it at the end, but should have mentioned it up front too. Thanks for the feedback - appreciated
Another ace video, thank you MB.
Cheers Aimen - appreciate the support
You should do more motorbike reviews.Really good.
Thanks Garth - I'll try to get hold of more bikes in the coming months once the new bike launches cool off
Running lights or having the signals on is mandatory in North America
Same in Australia , has been for a long time , must have headlight on at all times.
This is the best design motorbike that Honda has ever created.. 👍👌I don't get it why you are not showing the speedometer
Save your money and get the ol' classic hidden gem that is the Honda 599 / 919 HORNET! You shall see the light!! TROOF!
Having no sense of safety when going down this road this fast if any small animal happens to cross you in the front if you d be dead
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Indeed. That was my thoughts when we was speeding in that small road.
The Africa Twins have had those front indicators permanently on half brightness for some time. Are you going to try the sport version? I would be interested to see how it compares for physical size to the Fireblade. Could be another usable sports bargain.
Potentially! I just need to get some free time to pick up another demo
Absolutely fantastic review 👍
I am planning to get this as my next bike and possibly my forever bike, since I don't see the use of higher cc bike like the 900cc or more. I just don't think I could use high cc bikes to their full potential when I will be maiming commuting to work, going on short trips and maybe going on weekend rides a few times.
Always on indicators are law in parts of America, i think Honda is just trying to make a more universal product,
a rider could emigrate, without having to change their steed.
I'm tempted to buy one purely because it has a throttle cable!
I need a 650X
Now that was a great review 👌
As beautiful is this is, and I do own one. I don't think I've ever seen someone use value for the $ as pro for this bike!
Great review ton of great info , just a nice job !
Everything on this bike is great besides the price. If it was 1,500 cheaper it would be among the best for 600s
the cb650r is obviously the better build and better looking bike over the Mt07. But oh boy, the sound of the 07 is just something else, so i went with the latter
Nice bike! 👌
Still made in Thailand though. Spend a bit more for the CB1000R and you will notice true quality of made in Japan bike.
Compared to other bikes in this segment, I found it feels much more mature/grown-up/refined. --> much higher build quality than MT07, SV650, Scrambler, etc...
@@wasimoto_7540 I'd pick the mt07 over this any day. The cb650r cost $8,900 in the states which in my opinion is expensive for what you get.
I think the gsx-s750 is a great value proposition with 110 horsepower :)
Thanks for the suggestion - I'll try to get hold of one in future.
@@motobob awesome! Love your channel
Agreed, miles better than the CB.
This bike is the 200$ MORE than the Z900 in the US. It’s more expensive than every bike in its class. Offers more hp but you’re paying for it. It’s near the street triple s price but that’s a way better bike
Love the headers
Great content as ever. Thanks
Great review. I want to test ride one of these soon
But now I’m torn between the CB650R or a Speed Triple. Any thoughts on comparing them?!
I wish i have a bike like that😢
Awesome video :) How’d you find the seat comfort/ergonomics etc??
It's like honda are trying to reinvent the wheel with some of their alterations, the indicators like u mentioned and another annoying thing is that they have moved the horn and indicator switch...???
Yeah the horn/indicator thing is a bit of a pain but I reckon it’d become second nature pretty quickly
@@motobob which would be a pita if you had more than one bike
Grab a Monster 797 or 659 in Aus. Best Lams bike there is, just about to hit 7,000kms in three months.
Road it in heaps of rain today and it’s just an absolute terrific bike. Wouldn’t go back to anything other brand.
Even though the CB650 R was the other choice if not for the Monster.
why doesn't anyone ever mention the counter steering problem on a t junction 90% turn? the turning angle is like.. zero, and if you steer left too steeply, the forks hit the side panels, and the handle bars push your arms the opposite direction. This is not a bike for beginners due to the need to master counter steering, and the fact it can wheelie coming out of a bend at an angle, and leave a beginner in serious trouble
I learnt to ride on this bike. It was the first big bike I ever sat on and suffered zero of the above issues. Slow manoeuvres and turning were perfectly acceptable and manageable. Power was nice and progressive. The clutch feel was nice and I had no issues with the gearbox selecting false neutrals. I'd say this bike is the absolute best beginner bike. So much so, that I am contemplating buying one now I have passed my full license to replace my MT125. Its a toss-up between this, the XSR700 and wild card Ducati Monster 821.
What is price effective is Yamaha MT09 or Kawsasaki Z900, but this one with those crappy tyres, which have to be replaced instantly, they slide crazy, is a waste of money. In the end all three costs about the same. But it is 50% more displacement.
P. S.
And why do Honda install that super cheap sun blind display?
is this a good beginner bike for first timer riders???
There's a lot of power for beginners at the top of the rev range, but if you keep the revs down it's an easy bike to ride
The CB650F is cheaper and literally the same. I currently own the cb300r
I have to do my Category A license with this bike and it's quite intimidating for a beginner.
It's the same test as a2
Nice review!
Problem is that CB650R costs more than I bought my brand new XSR900 for. Nowhere near the bike as that.
In here only benelli are cheaper, would you plz make video on benelli tnt 600i. Also one thing to say not in all country 600 cc is for commuting, we take it as super bike😥.
Nah, 2019 CB650R at my local dealer is £6.999 and at my local KTM the 2019 Duke 790 £6.695. Better value you were saying?
F900r , Cb650r or street triple rs?
Indicators were always on my 2018 CRF250L, strange design idea
This is a very well done video, easy subscribe for me.
10k is a value in 2019 ?
Some dude $10k? The most you’ll pay at my local dealer is like $9k... base models are like $8200... and it comes much better equipped and has better fit and finish then the $7700 MT07... the better equipped XSR700 is the same price as the CB, but still isn’t as nice or quick as the CB
I don't consider this bike a middleweight.
And as for value: 150% more power, 15% lighter, and $1k less otd in FL is a true middleweight mt-09.
@@LibertyNotLicense I thought the same 80.55 HP for the honda 114.55 for the mt09
6797.00 brand new locally for the yam and 8999 for the cb650r
9k then because its a 4cyl ? I dont see any value there. The MT-09 has a more useable power band too down low in the RPM range because its a 3 cyl ... I think the MT-09 is the best value coming in at just under 7 grand . And it looks way cooler too .
Agreed! I'd wager comparative sales figures support our take too.
Some dude if someone is hell bent on inline four, Kawasaki Z900 is a great choice
One question. What would you choose, a new CB650R or say a year old Street Triple S ? :)
Haha good question. Prob the Street Triple tbh... depends on what I could find used. Both awesome bikes but I love my Triumphs...
@@motobob yeah, I love Triumphs too. So Triple for me :)
Thruxton R
@@sleeper.simulant7327 Haha !
No sane person revs their bike beyond 8000rpm during a commute. The 20hp advantage of the Honda is purely academic. The low-rpm torque of the MT is what has real-life value. Add to that the better fuel economy and you've got a clear winner.
Think you forgot to say you don't like a bucket and sponge also!😉
Haha. It was terrible weather all week! Just my luck with getting a press bike like that. Managed to get a couple of dry runs though
Hey there! Fantastic job with review! I have a question for you. I am currently riding Kawasaki z650 - verry good bike I am happy with it. But still I want CB650r. :D Kawasaki is my second bike, I have never ride 4 cylinder bike before and there is none (CB650r) for a test ride. So I am a liiiitle bit worried to buy it right away. I like 2 cylinder Z650 and how it performs. Do you think the difference in characteristics of 4 cylinder might be something that need to be tested first? I love to sound and I also feel like I can handle a bit more power too. :)
I wouldn't buy a bike without test riding it. How come you can't get a demo at a dealer?
@@motobob They are sold out and dealers do not have demos. As soon as they put hands on one, they sell it. So no need for demo. It seems that people just buy bikes, and test ride it after. :D
You are probably ready for more power than this bike as it's only 20hp at the wheel more than your bike.
I'm not hating but London traffic looks like one big gridlock.
No you’re right, that’s accurate. But you get good at filtering and a bike is the quickest way to get around the city. I don’t upload much riding footage tho cos I just get same old boring comments about filtering being illegal, even though it’s not. Becomes a real snore for me!
What do you think is the best choice for a used middleweight naked bike honestly ?
Im talking 2014 or newer and obviously Japanese
Depends which you can get the best deal on. I'd be tempted by the XSR though. Good looking bike and a good motor. It'd be between that and one of these if I could find a used one.
Hands down the Honda for me. The XSR is the same price here and is a step back in terms of tech, straight up performance and fit and finish...
Value? In Canada for the same amount of $$$ for the CB650 you can get a MT07 or a Z900....
What about emissions? Is it exempt from London's congestion charge?
What about Z900? In our country it is 500€ more for much more of motorcycle...so what you sugest?
Ride both and see what you like best. RRP is £1,500 more here, but maybe you can get some good deals at this time of year
@@motobob Thanks. I think i would enjoy both of them...but for this kind of money...the Z is better deal. the honda is 7800€ and Z is 8300€ for 2019 MY. :)
Street Triple R 675 is boss ;-)
I don’t know if I should trust a press release...
how does this compare to the street twin for a first bigger bike on the 125r, version at moment street twin is my dream bike really
Three questions please: what is the bike's typical range on a full tank of petrol? At 60mph what is the engine RPM in 6th gear? Is there at certain RPM'S any "vibeyness" felt through the hand grips?
Thankyou for your review.
When not going all out, you have around 4 litres 10 km, 60 mph in 6th gear, around 4500 rpm and quite good compared to other sporty inline 4 middleweight bikes. Not much at all and a comfortable ride👌
@@erikgc100 thankyou! 😊😇
@@zenden6564 sorry.. you probably understood anyway, but 4 litres 100 km 🙂
Harley doesn’t have a chance with their core owners starting to die off and Honda scooping up a lot of the new riders with this CB line of bikes. All these new Honda riders have a good chance of being loyal to Honda when get a bigger bike as well.
Would it be a good A2 bike? If there’s not much power low end and it’s restricted then idk...
Is the seat comfortable for pillion?
The CB is a damn good looking bike, but has a very dull motor…don’t get me wrong it can still be a quick little bike when you ring it’s neck, but until that happens it’s just not all that fun.