Honda’s Sports Tourer gets subtle styling updates, with the same tried and tested mechanicals to help it stay ahead of the competition
Japanese two-wheeler maker, Honda has launched an updated model of CBR650R in India. The vehicle comes with a plethora of features and design elements that are pleasing. Find out more about the motorcycle here in this article!
Key highlights
- Honda has launched an updated model of the CBR 650R in India
- The bike gets a new paint scheme
- The price of the bike has also increased by Rs.50,000.
2022 Honda CBR650R
Honda is a brand that has been consistent in presenting new iterations of their bikes, be it their regular commuters or full-on superbikes. Its CBR sportbike models introduced in 1983 flew off the shelves faster than any other bike.
Even after decades, the CBR series remains a successful motorbike. At this point, it is only natural for the bike maker to launch its 2022 iteration. Yes, that’s right! The Japanese automaker has launched the 2022 iteration of its CBR650 R bike in India.
The bike gets minor cosmetic updates but the powertrain remains the same as before.
The Honda CBR650R wears a Grand Prix Red and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic paint scheme. The uber-cool-looking sports tourer contends with the likes of the Kawasaki Ninja 650.
What are the updates on the 2022 Honda CBR650R?
The sports tourer is now Rs-50,000 costlier than its previous model
The 2022 Honda CBR650R has become costlier than its previous model by a premium of around Rs.50,000. Currently, the 2022 bike comes with a price tag of Rs.9.35 lakh (ex-showroom).
Even so, Honda has only offered minor cosmetic changes. But the CBR650R has become even more appealing with the vibrant paint scheme. This could attract more buyers in the long run.
Now that we have learned about the pricing details, let us check out the features it rolls with:
It comes with features like a digital instrument cluster, LED lighting setup, underbelly exhaust and much more
- Underbelly exhaust
- Windscreen
- Fairing-mounted mirrors
- All- LED lighting
- Digital instrument cluster
- Alloy wheels wrapped around with tubeless tyres
Engine and Specs
As for its engine, the CBR650R comes equipped with a 649cc, 16-valve engine that can produce 86hp of power at 12,000rpm and 57.5Nm of peak torque at 8,500rpm
The 2022 Honda CBR650R comes with a 649cc, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder, 16-valve engine. The motor has the capacity to generate 86hp of power at 12,000rpm and 57.5Nm of peak torque at 8,500rpm. The engine comes coupled to a 6-speed gearbox that is slick.
The bike comes with disc brakes at both ends with an integrated Anti-lock braking system. It gets a 310mm dual disc in the front while the rear gets a 240mm disc. As for its suspension, the bike comes equipped with a Telescopic Suspension in the front. At the rear, the suspension duties get taken care of by a mono-shock unit.
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