Honda has launched the 2021 Honda CB650R in the Indian market. The new middleweight naked motorcycle is the younger sibling of the litre-class Honda CB1000R that used to be on sale in India and is yet to receive its BS6 update.
The 2021 Honda CB650R will be imported
into the country via the CKD route. It has been priced at INR 8.67 lakh
(ex-showroom, Gurgaon). It will be available via the company’s premium Honda
BigWing dealerships. For the colour options, Honda is offering two choices -
Candy Chromosphere Red and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic.
Powering the 2021 Honda CB650R is the same
649cc inline 4-cylinder engine that also handles duties in the Honda CBR650R.
The liquid-cooled motor features 16 valves and DOHC. It’s capable of delivering
84.6 bhp of max power that is produced at 12,000 rpm. The peak torque of 57.5 Nm
is generated at 8500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox that is
accompanied by a slipper and assist clutch.
In terms of styling, the new CB650R is
very similar to its litre-class sibling. It flaunts its neo sports cafe design
with a round LED headlamp with an integrated LED DRL. The golden USD front
forks from Showa add to the front look of the motorcycle. The sculpted fuel
tank imparts a bold and muscular character whereas the short tail section keeps
things sport at the rear.
Speaking of the rear, the suspension setup
at the back consists of a monoshock unit. On the other hand, the braking is
overseen by dual rotors up-front and a single rotor at the rear aided by
dual-channel ABS. Other electronic features include Honda Selectable Torque
Control (HSTC), ESS (Emergency Stop Signal), etc.
