BREAKING: 2025 Honda CBR650R And CB650R Launched

Both the bikes now come with an E-Clutch system and a significant price hike

The 2025 Honda CBR650R and the CB650R have been launched in India. Both the bikes now come equipped with Honda’s E-Clutch technology, and have a substantial price hike. 

The CBR650R is priced at Rs 10,40,000 (ex-showroom Delhi). It is offered in two colour schemes: Grand Prix Red, and Matt Gunpowder Black Metallic, with stylish graphics across the body panels for a sporty look. The  CB650R is priced at Rs 9,60,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) and comes with two colour schemes: Candy Chromosphere Red and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic, minus the graphic on the body panels its faired sibling gets. The new CB650R has also become dearer by around Rs 40,000.

Both the bikes share the same 649cc, inline-four engine that produces 95.17PS and 63Nm. Also, for the gearbox, the bikes retain the same 6-speed unit, but it now comes with Honda’s E-clutch technology, that allows the rider to shift gears without manually operating the clutch. This system will definitely reduce fatigue when riding in the city, while allowing the bikes to also be capable highway tourers.

The 2025 models of the CBR650R and the CB650R share the same underpinnings – 41mm Showa (SFF-BP) inverted  fork, and a rear monoshock with preload adjustability. Both these motorcycles get a 310mm twin front and 240mm rear disc brakes with dual channel ABS as standard.

Both the bikes  now get a 5-inch colour TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth through the Honda RoadSync app. The bikes also get call and SMS alerts, along with turn-by-turn navigation. The bikes are also equipped with a lot of rider aids like a traction control system and a slip-and assist clutch.

The CBR650R directly rivals the Triumph Daytona 660 and Suzuki GSX-8R. While the CB650R takes on the Triumph Trident 660.

BikeDekho Says

The launch of CB650R and the CBR650 diversifies Honda’s portfolio in India. The CBR650 has been revered for its smooth performance and aggressive looks while having enough comfort for highway touring while the CB650R has always been the premium choice in the middle-weight streetfighter segment. The price hike of both the bikes is justified by the E-Clutch tech they get. The bikes have now become much more comfortable and capable too.

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