Sport Tourers
1984Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk
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The 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk is a versatile sport-touring middleweight designed for riders seeking a balanced blend of performance and practicality. Powered by a reliable 655cc inline-four engine producing 63 horsepower, it delivers smooth acceleration and dependable handling, making it ideal for both commuting and weekend rides.
- Capacity
- 655.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 197.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 63.0 HP (46.3 kW)
What’s new for the 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk
vs the 1983| Spec | 1983 | 1984 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | — | 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph) |
| Rear suspension | two VHD shocks with four-way adjustable damping | adustable daul shock |
| Front brakes | Double disc. (2) 2- piston calipers, with TRAC system | Double disc. daul disc twin piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). single-leading-shoe rear brake | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Cooling | Oil & air | Air |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a shaft-driven sport tourer, this bike suits relaxed weekend rides and moderate-distance touring rather than outright performance riding.
- Built for
- It has a smooth, classic air-cooled inline-four character with linear power delivery and shaft-drive reliability rather than aggressive urgency.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for riders seeking modern sportbike acceleration, aggressive cornering clearance, 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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- Capacity
- 655.0 ccm
- Power
- 63.0 HP (46.3 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3198 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 60.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Solid state
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- hydro activated clutch
Performance
- Top speed
- 175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1461 mm
- Overall length
- 2210 mm
- Overall width
- 780 mm
- Overall height
- 1171 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 197.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.90 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Oil capacity
- 2.50 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 1.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Air-adjustable, leading-axle forks with dual Syntallic bushings
- Rear suspension
- adustable daul shock
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. daul disc twin piston calipers
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
Other
- Color options
- Red Black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1983 | 1984 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 655 cc | 655 cc |
| Dry weight | 197 kg | 197 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 12.9 L | 12.9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk?
The 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk has a Capacity of 655.0 ccm (39.97 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk have?
The 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk has a Power of 63.0 HP (46.3 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk have?
The 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk weigh?
The 1984 Honda CB 650 SC Nighthawk has a Dry weight of 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds).
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