2017Honda CB650F

★ 3.0

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The 2017 Honda CB650F is a versatile middleweight naked bike ideal for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance, comfort and accessibility. Its 650cc parallel-four engine delivers responsive power suitable for both commuting and spirited riding, while the approachable 810mm seat height and manageable 208kg weight make it particularly attractive to newer riders transitioning to larger bikes. Known for Honda reliability and user-friendly handling, the CB650F excels as an everyday motorcycle that doesn't compromise on capability.

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 208.0 kg
Seat height: 810 mm
Power: 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 11000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2017 Honda CB650F

vs the 2016

Spec	2016	2017
Wet weight	211.0 kg (465.2 pounds)	208.0 kg (458.6 pounds)

Other years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering75%

City riding78%

Daily riding82%

Touring48%

Two-up55%

Track55%

Best for: Designed primarily as a versatile everyday naked bike that balances city commuting with confident weekend backroad riding.
Built for: The high-revving inline-four delivers a smooth, refined power delivery with a sporty top-end rush, giving it a more premium, engaging feel than typical parallel-twin rivals in its class.
Not ideal for: Not the ideal choice for riders seeking long-distance touring comfort, wind protection, or any off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Units

At 810mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Honda CB650F, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 649.0 ccm
Power: 85.8 HP (62.6 kW) @ 11000 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 110 CO2 g/km
Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m) @ 8000 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.80 litres/100 km (20.8 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.4125 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 46.0 mm
Compression: 11.4:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate with coil springs

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2110 mm
Overall width: 775 mm
Overall height: 1120 mm
Seat height: 810 mm
Wet weight: 208.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.30 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm
Oil capacity: 3.50 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.50 litres
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel diamond
Front suspension: 41mm convensional telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Monoshock damper with adjustable preload
Front wheel travel: 108 mm
Rear wheel travel: 128 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Hydraulic. Dual-piston calipers and sintered metal pads.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 240 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17