2015 Honda CBR650F - 600RR or 650F? Beginner Motorcycle?
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- 2015 Honda CBR650F walk-around. 600rr or 650F? Beginner Bike?
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Thank you CycleCruza for the review of this baby. I have been eyeing this bike since I first laid my eyes on it... I wanted the super sport 600 RR but I find this bike more practical and still awesome looking baby.
quick, simple and clear review of best bikes from honda!
thank you man, ride safe
If you have absolutely no experience of riding a motorcycle, or you have recently passed your test and want to jump on a big bike, the 650 would be the more sensible choice or even the 500r, but the 500r is a hasn't got too much grunt. If you have been riding a 125cc or 250cc for about 7-8 months, it is likely that you would be used to how a bike handles and therefore if you really want by all means go for the 600rr. This being said both are great bikes and anyone with patients, road awareness and self control should be able to ride most motorcycles.
Ur so detailed about everything, love it
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Thanks for that video...Waiting for 2015 CBR 600RR...
Just tuned in to see this review. Great, right to the point overview of the bike and one of the best I've heard. Good job.
Just get us the new 600rr review ASAP!! as 17 years old guy , passionate with motorcycles and watching videos all day i cant wait to see the new bikes coming out because in less than 5 years i will have my full licence!! You do amazing work man keep it up!
Another informative video fella. thanks for the upload.
Great video, very clear, concise and to the point!
I like the hidden position of the exhaust, because, it makes the bike look leaner.
John D Same here, looks sick.
Thanks for your review I trade in my 2015 NC700x for a CBR650f and so far I love it. I am not as experience as you are and I have been riding for just over a year. Mine is black in color and it looks sweet.
good vid, actually helped!
THANK YOU for putting the links to your videos in the description, I'm always on mobile so I can't click the annotations on the video.
Great review B
very informative video, thanks!
like it when you say"Double R"...
Nice little review hope you can make some more but with a ninja or Yamaha :)
Very informative thank you sir.
Nice one. Been looking at getting 1 or the other and I'm definitely leaning more for the 650f it's getting so many good reviews
I bought one from bransons and love it. You will not be disappointed bud. My friend has the 1000cc version and to be honest there aint a huge difference between his and mine.
@@ianchown3246 you’re right I wasn’t disappointed I posted that 7 years ago and went and got 1 😂 I love my cbr600f
@@Halliden88bro is back 7 years later to answer the question lmaooo
Would like to thank you very very much mate for solving my problem of choosing bike, i was in mood for ducati monster 821 and panigale 959 , seeing this video it has shed a lot of light, real thing comes after sale its maintenance, insurance, and service and resale value also , resale value on high priced bikes is not much, I will surely go with 650f red color thanks again for this valuable review :)
hell yea number 2 ride safe brother
I know I don't have a bike yet(hopefully in a few months) but yer videos are great.
i'll have to look into this bike.
been looking for a new one to replace the ones i sold a couple of months ago before i moved.
I have it and it's an amazing bike, Got it in red, but all Im looking for now is a custom brand exhaust!
Richkinon Le Congrats!
LOV UR VIDS MAN!! Aww I wish I had bought this new when they offered it in matte or satin black.. I dont know why they stop making that color, ITS THE BEST!! All I want is to be able to get that color in a 2017 or 2018 CBR650F and do custom gold rims/gold trim I love that look on any bike.
I can't agree more with you on the matte black 650f. I prefer the split seat, like the ones on the RRs...
This a good ass channel.
ooo thats kinda high on the price but to each their own I suppose.. Its a good looking bike though man. Thanks for the Review
Got to take my RC51 out monday here in NW Ohio, hows the weather out east?
@C Archer - Weather was beautiful on Monday but crappy today with rain all day. I had a great riding day and was able to test ride a brand new sick-looking bike! Video coming soon!
Whats the difference between 600cc and 600rr??
AEparanormal 600rr is what the model is called, 600cc is how big the engine is. "cc" means cubic centimeters, and that is how engine size is measured.
Dude keep the good work.. really like ur videos... one question did u make any other video about this motorcycle? I saw in one of ur comments that you were going to make another one but i didn't find it.
jtdc86 Thanks! Just this video I believe.
CycleCruza i went with the 650f, have had it two weeks as of tomorrow and put on 490 miles. First bike, perfect choice for me, thx for the video it helped me choose. Have about 4 hours of video recorded now and will start editing and producing my own vlogs. Thx for your steadily positive attitude and quality content.
APRECIATED. TNKS.
aye cruza, I got 2020 HONDA CBR 650 R and it is great. how much better is the 600RR? how much better handling? and acceleration?
Can you explain how to adjust the rear suspention of the CBR650F? Excuse my ignorance I have been riding for only a year.
i like the 650f for beginners, a bit heavier can be good for wind less power is not as touchy doesn't need as much skill rider... i had a Yamaha fz6 just long enough to get my license, it was used with in months upgraded to the ninja 1000. could have gone with the Honda interceptor, the ninja and the interceptor are both very cool in my opinion.
Brother I haven't seen you in a while I picked up a CB650 our son has a CBR600RR both bike's are awesome Bike's
Your review is right on spot. I have a CBR650F and the insurance is cheaper and for long distance is great. The bike top speed suppose to be 140 MPH but I don't see myself going that fast anytime soon. The fastest I have take it has been 116 mph and it was early in the morning in route to work when there were nobody on the road. The quality of Honda is what I like and after watching your videos it reaffirm my opinion about the CBR650F. Great job on your review!! What would you think would be good accessories for the bike? What rear view mirrors would look good on the bike?
Would you recommend for a first bike? Just trying to get a bike for my commute to work. Is this a decent bike to learn on.
Cbr600 Deeeebbbbble awwwww lol great video man
I just got my cbr650f last week great bike I love it, thank you for the inspiration CycleCruza
How are you liking it?
you have your audiences. good luck.
I was thinking about getting the 650f as my next bike, but after looking around the Yamaha FZ-09 is cheaper and comes with twenty more horse's. I think the 650 looks better though, and seems like a more refined chassis. However, most of my riding is done in straight line cruising and I think that's where the FZ would be a better bike for me. I'm still undecided about it though, and haven't ridden them yet.
Dan Silva FZ-09 has a sorry suspension, soft and bouncy, which will suck on the twisties.
my other complaint about newer 600RRs....i dont like the brushed aluminum swing arms...black is always the way to go (my humble opinion)
What is better on the street you think a cb650r naked or the cbr650r? I want one or the other but not sure which to get ?
I have the CBR650F with ABS and I add the Full Exhaust Tarmac From Two Brothers Plus Power Commander and I am keeping this bike. Saying that I want to get an additional motorcycle. I have a question which would be a better choice the CBR1000RR or the Suzuki GSX1000? I as because the Honda is more expensive than the competition and has less power. What do you guys think? I am keeping the CBR650F is almost like the Interceptor in the sense that is comfortable for long distance rides.
I'm coming from a DRZ400SM and CRF450L, Am I ready for the CBR600RR or should I get an intermediate motorcycle first? I saw you came from a cbr250r. IMO that's a pretty big jump to a super sport. Should there be an intermediate step first like MT-07?
have you test ride in cbr650f?when are you going to post it?
Love too get one soon but can't decide , if want cbr 600rr or 650f. Coming from v star 650 cruiser
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Hmm. So I could pick up a 2009 RR for $6,500 or a 2014 650F with ABS for the same price. As a new rider I think the 650F would be better for me. What do you think?
This would be a huge upgrade from my 650 parallel twin that pushes 60hp.
I bought one (2014 matte black cbr650f) four months ago. Is there anything to do to it to be able to be identical to the 600rr as far as power and such? I just don't get how the cbr600rr has more power and is quicker when the cbr650f is obviously a 650 etc..etc.. however having said that, for my first bike and a beginner rider, this bike is amazing, truly forgiving, flickable and loves to take and handle corners
Happy Holidays CycleCruza ... You want that clean look on your exhaust you should check out taylormade exhausts, by the way i'm not spamming or anything like that, i love that clean look it gives, however they don't have a model for my 2013 zx6r 636 such a deal breaker but if you go to taylormade webpage you'll fins one for that mean cbr1000rr ...
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johnjuice507 Yeah I know about the taylor made exhaust but you have to get a power commander or you will end up with idling issues. I wanted to avoid and keep the bike as stock as possible. The hyperflo pipe that I have was specifically designed for the 08+ cbr1000rr to replace the stock pipe without the need for a pc.
About to get the 2016 cbr 650F just waiting on it to get to the dealer ship
+RussellxRusH I'm getting the 2015 model, whats making you get a brand new one?
2014 and 2015 is it the exact same bike with the same specs please let me know thank you
Cbr650f
yo cycle! very nice and quick review of the 650f. do you think it is suitable for beginners? I was recently at the honda shop heading for a cbr 500r just for quick testing how it feels sitting on it. just next to the 500r was a 650f and I gotta say: I am about 6 foot 3 and I immediately felt more comfortable on the 650f than the 500r. I am worried though about the power of the 650f since most biker advise to start on a low bike, learn to properly drive and then work up their way to bigger bikes. what do you think is the best for a "big" rider in this situation?
greetings from germany
Treat your motorcycle with respect and humility, then you can ride pretty much everything you want to. It only depends on what you're looking for. I'm 20yo and considering this bike as my first bike because I don't have a car and will be bounded to long rides. I'm not really worried about the power, I'll be 35kw restricted...
If I rather wanted to have fun on the twisties, I'd have an easily flickable 300cc, cheap and light, you can get out the most of it on the road.
In terms of cost and efficiency you are right the 650f is the better bike overall. I can't see the 600rr being an advantage unless you're a track rider. Lets face it do we even need all that top end for everyday driving?
Can you get your hands on a 650r 2019 and give a review on it need a real riders review is it really the best of both Worlds track and street
Do we have it in the USA
IS THAT YOUR YELLOW BIKE IN THE BEGINNING? Did you buy it yellow, or get it done? I CAN'T FIND A YELLOW BEGINNER BIKE
If I could have just one bike, I would probably have the CBR650F.
Against all the other Sport 600s, including nakeds, it would probably be my 2nd choice only to the FZ07, which is a tremendous value. I don't know how they priced it so low.
I have the Suzuki SFV650 (Gladius) now, and it was the most fun to ride in the category back in 2009. Based on the current crop of bikes, it is probably 2nd only to the FZ07. I have not ridden the FZ07, but I have ridden the CBR650F, so I can say that it is not quite as fun to ride as the polarizing Suzuki SFV650. It's a bit heavier, though the fairings and wind protection are a welcome change.
The CBR650F is a great all-arounder though, and it's hard to argue against that.
On another note, it is my experience also that Japanese bike dealerships are lacking in terms of test rides. Contrast that to the two dealerships around me that sell Ducati, Aprilia, MV Agusta, Moto Guzzi, Triumph, BMW, and KTM--test rides even if you are not serious about buying--so long as you rode in on a motorcycle and have a valid license. They know that as soon as you ride the exotic metal that you will be hooked, even if it costs quite a bit more.
they priced it low because it misses the fairings, a cylinder and has shitty suspension?
Honda had a great opportunity here. The style of the wheels, exhaust, frame, swingarm, and etc. would lead you to assume that this bike weighs about 420 lbs wet. 465 lbs is relatively heavy for an 87hp inline 4 bike priced at $9,000. In comparison, I have a 2006 Honda CBR600F (Hornet 599) that weighs 440 wet and makes nearly 100hp stock. Additionally, the CB600F has higher-quality, inverted 41mm HMAS forks. In 2014, I feel like Honda could have done more, since they chose a 650cc motor, and have the technology and experience.
For anyone who doesn't mind a naked bike (and I love naked bikes more than any other type), Yamaha is really making moves that no other manufacturer is matching. FZ-07 and FZ-09 are by far the most exciting bikes on the market for road use, and deliver the best bang for your money.
$9000 in 2006 = $14000 today. Material price does not stay constant. Its difficult to give everyone a bang for buck motorcycle. The 600F was eating out the RR sales because there was hardly a difference minus the small time differences between the two. Look at Yamaha, cut costs everywhere and gave you a bike with the nicest torquey motor, but shitty frame and suspensions and fuelling issues leading to a choppy experience. Cutting costs is Suzuki's forte since they are still redesigning old stocks.and selling them cheap. Didn't expect Yamaha to go that way by cost cutting on an all new product. One Would have to be crazy to drop $2k more on aftermarket suspension to make it right.
Enthused they have cb650f which a naked bike
cyclecruza can you review cbr 650f
Wht happen cycle cruza. With the new video bad weather????
guillermo gonzalez uploading problems last night, waiting for it to upload now. Should be up in a couple hours.
I just like anything Honda, even the cars and trucks.
I got a CBR650F and is perfect for what I need. It has enough power and it looks great. My question is let say I want to make modification to upgrade the performance what do you recommend? Also do you know of any good rear mirror that I can put on?
subscribers need that answer sir...lol
Find a bike junkyard or go to any bike site search older bikes. motorcyclespecs.com website lists most manufacturers for years with pics. Find a set off another bike you like hunt them down on ebay or web and get cheap cool mirrors. I have done this for many extrenal things like blinkers mirrors etc. May need a bit of modification but you get want you want and see no were else. I did this once to make custom seat, bought a used one and cut it up to make a seat I liked for a cafe project.
Where are you going to notice the lack of top end, above 80?
I sat on one yesterday and it was very comfortable. I'm having a hard time choosing between this and the Yamaha FZ6R. I got a price quote of 6100 OTD on a new 2013 Fz6r. Can you tell me any real differences between them? I know the 650f is 9 lbs lighter, and has 50 more cc's. But its 8400 msrp, anything to justify that? Thanks for your review CycleCruza . I'm subbed, you're my favorite vlogger.
Thanks for the sub! I appreciate your comment. Imo, you are probably getting a better deal with the FZ6R BUT the cbr650f looks way better to me and like you said it's lighter and a tick faster. See if you can negotiate a sick price on a cbr650f using my buying tips advice in this video: th-cam.com/video/n4zN-EJHQd0/w-d-xo.html
Best of luck!
I found a fairly local 09 ninja 650r with 5700 miles on it for 3900 otd, only little cosmetic things. If I drop it, I won't feel as bad and it'll give me time to find out what I really want in a bike. I will say that the cbr 650 did feel very comfortable though. Maybe I'll get a late model or lightly used one in a couple years.
I do like the sound of an inline 4 but sound wasn't too high on my list of reasons to get a certain bike. Comfort, condition, and price were all higher on the list.
Which is exactly what I'm looking for. Now if it would just warm up a little so I could get some time on 2 wheels...lol
CycleCruza the fz6r and the 650f look the same
I am a 5 7 135 lb guy I want 100 hp no more than 400 lb 500cc or 600 cc four. My 85 ninja weighed a bit less with 10 less hp back in 85. Straight line performance about equal to this 9 grand bike. Guess I could get another 85 ninja, update wheels and suspension and beat hell out of this for half the cost LOL Can none of the manufacturers make a 100 hp 400 pound bike for us smaller guys who like a bike that is easier to flick around? I would love a 500 twin to be a four so it had some balls. HONDA KAWASAKI all the rest you listening? Give us a true middle WEIGHT with some balls, I do not need the CBR600RR or ZX6R full power fold me like a pretzel sportbike. Is 100 hp and 400 pounds in a sporty bike so damn hard?
Is the 650F considered a supersport?
I wanna know how the exhaust sound
in australia we can only ride the cbr650f on learners licence rather than the 600rr is only on full license so what is your opinion in this situation
You`re lucky, in UK we can only ride 125cc on learner license.
These bikes are not selling at the dealers. HONDA recently knocked $1,000 off the pricetag to help move them. I would say the Yamaha FZ-07 is one of the reasons. I don't like the single headlight, makes it look like a Gixxer from the front. The mirrors don't bother me, they work okay, but some people like integrated turn-signals in the mirrors. The 650f has fairings, where the FZ-07 doesn't, but I would choose the FZ-07. FZ-07 is cheaper, and more fun to ride. Cruza, you wouldn't keep the stock exhaust on this bike either. It's just as quiet as the stock exhaust on your Fireblade. Have you heard the FZ-07 with the Yoshimura exhaust? It sounds sweet.
TheCyberMantis yeah the price is too steep, should be more in line with the FZ-07 or close to it. Integrated turn signals are much better for safety purposes. I'm more about utility and safety over looks. All stock exhausts suck but I love the look of this stock exhaust, very sleek. You are right I probably would hate the stock sound but I'm sure there will aftermarket support fro this bike eventually and keep the exhaust sleek. As far as the FZ-07/ FZ-09, I'll be doing a video on those bikes soon, on how I feel about the rider position and feel of the bike sitting on it. I'm sure the engine is sick, wish I could test ride one. I'm not a big fan of the FZ bikes as far as riding position though but I'll get into that in a future video.
I sat on a new FZ-07 at the dealer, and I wanted to take it home on the spot. I thought it was great. I'm glad they didn't have a demo model to test ride! LoL
Salesguy said they are selling almost as fast as they get them in.
I sat on an FZ-07 when they came out. Compared to anything I own, it felt like a supermoto - so light and small. The seat looked like a slab, but was way comfortable. Can't tell much on the showroom floor, but it did feel great. I wanted to test ride it so bad, but wasn't in a position to buy, so it didn't feel right to ask. For the record, I don't like bikes to look like insects - I'm kind of fond of my beat to shit '93 Nighhawk 750, but the FZ-07 floated my boat big time. FWIW, $1500-$2000 + a little elbow grease'll get ya a Honda like this:
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Fugly, but good for 0-60 in 3.8, reliable as a hammer and ya wan't cry too much if it gets dropped.
I think the 650F is more in line with the FZ-09 - comparing a 650F (inline 4) to an FZ-07 (twin) is a bit of a stretch for me. That said, I agree that the FZ-07 is likely pulling sales away from the 650F. The FZ-07 and FZ-09 are phenomenal bikes for the money.
This or a 2012 Yamaha Fz6r ?
Have a 2015 650f red
What’s the insurance for this bike?
Is it like a ninja 300/400 insurance?
Yea
For experienced riders, do you think 650F or 600rr is better for cruising on freeway/interstate?
He clearly said 650f
Dont forget: to vent the abs costs 60€ on the cbr650f and 600(!)€ On the cbr600rr. And you should do that every 2 years. Just saying
Tanx Cruzaaaaa :))) no gear indicator :( take a ride man, you're already there lol
Winter time :( They wouldn't let me do a test ride anyways. lol This dealership is not hip with test rides or I would have done one on the first day they got this bike in.
CycleCruza just bought the cbr650f :)
What is the laws with the motorcycle license in the US? Is it like us in the UK ,125cc at 17, 300cc at 19 and full license at 21/24?
THINCOVER no we don't have limits if you have a motorycycle endorsment you can ride the biggest cc bike you want
Most states get a bike license and you are good to go, that is why so many new riders crash and or die fast, we set beginners loose on 150 hp missiles and let them go become organ donors. I have ridden for 40 plus yrs, thank god I rode dirt bikes from age 6 and first street bike was 125 cc honda xl street trail bike. I knew how to ride before I got the first fast bike on the street. My first street bike was used honda 400 four super sport, then first yr ninja 600 1985. It was funny at 20 on my 600 none of my 20 something buds could ride worth a damn yet all had latest interceptors or ninjas. Most crashed them and totaled them in the first yr. 2 guys the ninja 600 was first bike they ever rode and thenon a street with traffic, neither made it to 5000 miles before being totalled, sold mine yrs later with 60,000 miles, looked and ran as good as day I picked it up. payed 3200 bucks sold it for 2000 bucks. Guy totalled it less than a yr later.
I own this bike my opinion definitely not a beginner bike
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the matte black is what they call "graphite black" on honda website?
yeah
Thanks! :D
No inverted fork...
looks almost identical to the ninja 650r
Im 19 debating on even getting a motorcycle. i want the 2015 honda cbr650f. Im just gettign sick of the used car buisness, you get a car, it starts breaking down and its expensive as hell to buy all those new parts and install them. motorcycles, they look fantastic, great gas mileage, insurance (full coverage on motorcycle) will run me only 350 a year, vs 125 (liability) a month for a p.o.s used car ( it must be owned i cant afford full coverage and a car payment for a new or used car). basically financing a car period is out of the question. I can deal with 250 a month for a bike payment and 30 full coverage. but it is however more dangerous, and i understand that, its..sacrificing safety for more money, good looks, better gas milege, and it will last a long time (if its taken care of, and i dont get hit) It would be for school, work and back. a daily commute that will be on the highway 75% of the time. so..can i hear peoples opinions.
TheLoneRune same here bro get the bike, if u wanna ride, ride....fuck a car lol although its more "logical" as some people say...i always loved bikes as a kid and i will ride as long as i live
TheLoneRune buy the bike cash, ride it and save up, when u decide to sell it you'll have money on top of what u get for the bike
I bought 1 of this babe and cost me $6800 NEW 2014 , what do you think about it?
Jose Betancourt was it out the door??
It does not deliver more than 35mpg. nowhere near 50 miles per gallon.
you can get one in Missouri brand new for 7350 out the door.
+AboxoroxRoxursox What is the tax rate in Mizzou?
4.2% so you can get a brand new 2015 Honda 650F for like 7400 and then pay 4.2% at the DMV when you register it. www.hondaoftheozarks.com/
Jerry G. check my comment it's like 310 bucks
Is it just me or does the 2015 CBR 600RR look pretty much like the ducati panigale ?
Panigale is much prettier. lol
I like that exhaust also. But I dont like anything with ONE EYE. Looks like a Freemason. LOL Make a deal with them and take it for a ride in-exchange for a good plug of their dealership.
Yeah I'm going to start doing test rides. I just did a test ride of a bike I've been looking at for a while. Video coming soon!
People saying if you’ve been on a 125 etc than by all means go onto a 600rr if you want... Fuck. That. A 125 is about 13hp. The 600rr is about 120 👀 don’t put yourself at that risk. I’ve bought the 650 and restricted it to 47 then I’m gonna unrestrict it to 93
Never thought you were white for some reason. haha
it has a lot more than 46 torque..
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Older video, and I just want to reprise my comment from earlier. I own an original SFV650 Gladius, and don't regret the decision to this day, now going on year 6 of ownership. If I could only have one bike and was on a budget, probably would still get the Honda. However, the Suzuki is still a better bike in every respect. The FZ07 is a screaming deal, but without the lighter weight, and the low price tag, I would still pick the Suzuki--I have now ridden every bike in this class. The shootout above says it better than I ever could.
650f baby
The Honda CBR500R is better looking and cheaper
more like 70ft pound of torque..
like I've mentioned on other vids don't buy this bike.
I did and I'm now stuck with it.
terrible build quality, vibrates to hell above 7000rpm, no road presence at all.
a terrible attempt by honda
That headlight is FUGLY. For real... I think the ninja 650 is better looking all around in my opinion.
ninja 650 looks alike a dolphin to me, however, the look of a dolphin looks better on a dolphin. lol Looks are subjective though, this cbr650r design was done tastefully, imo. The problem I dislike with two headlights is cars pulling up to you and telling you that you have a headlight out. :/
The Kawasaki 650 is cheaper just like this bike
is it OK for a beginner to get a 650f?
yes
No! this has 87hp and it is all at the bottom. compared to the cbr600rr this things a monster. Why do I say that? unlike the cbr600rr where the power is all at the top above 5k rpms. This bike makes a lot of torque at lower rpms. By saying this i mean if you pop the clutch to early, the bike would slide under your butt.
+Taijean Moodie oh but a lot of reviews say the power is all after 8000 rpm and the bottom end delivery is very linear and not intimidating
+Prajit Hari huh, I never knew that lol. I guess honda somehow kept the bottom end power but smooth at the same time. :D
+Taijean Moodie I guess il go for the R3 then
Honda's main problem is marketing and cost. Great bikes, but the marketing sucks and you can get a lot for for your money from the other Japanese makers. Some of there stuff looks so dated.
Honda doesn't always make the prettiest designs, although I think this cbr650f looks great, but you can always count on getting a reliable well-built bike when you buy a honda. I hate working on a motorcycle, rather be riding, and honda motorcycles always keep me riding.