2017 Honda CB650F: first information

At Honda, the CB650F manages to meet the new Euro 4 standard while grabbing a few horsepower and decibels, but without taking 1 cubic centimeter or even 1 gram! The mid-capacity roadster takes the opportunity to get a little makeover. Presentation.

Launched in 2014, the benefits of its first update for next season. Like all motorcycles marketed in 2017 in Europe, the small 4-cylinder from Tokyo first had to comply with new requirements in terms of emissions (Euro 4).

Paradoxically, the "Cebe six-fifty" takes advantage of this constraint to improve its performance: the 649 cc mill – which was not overexploited, it is true – will develop 4 hp and 1 Nm more than before, ie 91 hp and 64 Nm.

Externally, the "new" engine can be recognized by its bronze-colored housings. Inside, Tokyo engineers allowed it to breathe better than its predecessor thanks to enlarged air intakes in the filter housing, shortened intake ducts and a dual-channel muffler (three previously). The sound would also become sportier.

To promote acceleration and pick-up, the intermediate gears (from 2nd to 5th gear) have been shortened: "starting from 60 km / h and after 400 m, the difference translates into 6 m in advance at profit from the 2017 vintage ", illustrate the Tokyo Reds. The front Nissin calipers have also been modified … accordingly ?!

The CB650F also has a new 41mm Showa Dual Bending Valve (SDBV) fork that is supposed to improve "both comfort and handling". A new, flatter handlebar with modified internal masses, as well as a narrower saddle in the middle for easier access to the ground, are both mounted on silentblocs to reduce unpleasant vibrations. Finally, a slight facelift completes the operation.

2017 Honda CB650F: the key points

• 649 cc 4-cylinder engine compliant with Euro 4 standard
• Maximum power: 91 hp (67 kW) at 11,000 rpm (+4 hp Vs previous model)
• Max torque: 64 Nm at 8000 rpm (+1 Nm)
• New 41mm Showa SDBV fork, 120mm travel
• Modified Nissin 2-piston front calipers
• New trim (side covers, mudguards, optical unit)
• Saddle narrower in the middle
• Flatter handlebar mounted on silentblocs
• Angled rim valves
• LED lighting
• L x W x H: 2110 x 775 x 1220 mm
• Wheelbase: 1445 mm
• Seat height: 810 mm
• Fuel tank: 17.3 liters
• Full weight: 208 kg
• Available: NC
• Price: NC
• Colors:

• "Millenium" red
• Metallic Silver "Sword"
• Metallic black "Matt Gunpowder"
• Blue "Pearl Spencer"

2017 Honda CB650F: photo gallery

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