Boon Siew Honda (BSH) officially welcomes the 2022 CBR650R and CB650R for the Malaysian market.
After a significant suspension update in 2021 along with other improvements, both the CBR650R and CB650R gets new colour and graphics for 2022.
The 2022 CBR6650R gets refreshed visual for both the Grand Prix Red and Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic while the 2022 CB650R now comes in Mat Jeans Blue Metallic and Candy Chromosphere Red, joining the already available Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic.
We previously tested the 2019 editions and boy, both the CBR650R and the CB650R is probably the best middleweight motorcycle currently available in Malaysia.
The two models continue to roll on with 649cc, DOHC 16-valve, Euro 5 engine that’s capable to deliver 93.4hp @ 12,000rpm and 64Nm @ 8,500rpm.
Both the CBR650R and CB650R offers Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) that allow a better rear-wheel traction and 2-channel ABS for better braking.
Other features include:
41mm Showa Separate Function-Big Piston (SSF-BP) upside-down fork
USB-Type C socket (under the seat)
The 2022 Honda CBR650R and CB650R is available for RM45,499 and RM43,499 respectively.
Boon Siew Honda (BSH) officially announced the 2021 Honda CB650R and CBR650R with significant upgrades.
The middleweight motorcycle now comes with Showa 41mm Separate Function Big Piston (SF-BP) forks, USD Type-C socket, refresh LCD and new graphics and colour.
According to BSH, The new fork provides a high-quality suspension system that offers better handling ability.
The SF-BP fork puts a pressure separation damper in one fork tube, and spring mechanism in the other delivers high damping performance and lighter weight.
Meanwhile, a USB Type-C socket located under the seat provides easy charging for smartphones, increasing motorcycle practicality as daily transportation.
Both motorcycles continue to use the same 649cc, DOHC 16-valve Euro 4 engine that produces 93.8hp @ 12,000 rpm and 63Nm @ 8,500rpm.
The 2021 CB650R is available with two colour options, Candy Chromosphere Red and Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic and priced at RM43,499, while the CBR650R is available in Grand Prix Red and Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic and priced at RM45,499.
Ketika Honda melancarkan CBR650F dan CB650F pada 2018, hanya bunyi enjin 4-inline menjadi tarikan sementara rekaan keseluruhan kedua-dua model ini gagal menambat hati peminat.
Mendengar keluhan itu, pada 2019, Honda melancarkan CBR650R dan CB650R dan bingkas meletakkan jenama itu kembali menerajui segmen ‘middleweight’.
Dengarkan reviu kami mengenai Honda CBR650R:
Selepas menguji kedua-dua jentera ini, rumusan kami, Honda tak main-main.
Honda CBR650R 2019 sememangnya layak untuk membawa nama abang besarnya, CBR1000RR Fireblade sementara CB650R yang merupakan adik kecil kepada CB1000R turut menawarkan keterujaan sama.
Suntikan enjin 650cc yang menjana 91hp pada 12,000rpm dan 64Nm pada 8,500 menjadikan kedua-dua model ini mainan untuk si penggemar pulas ‘throttle’.
Segala kuasa itu disalurkan menerusi transmisi enam kelajuan dengan sistem multiple wet clutch.
Bukan itu sahaja, memahami kehendak peminat dua roda masa kini, CBR650R dan CB650R turut didatangkan dengan fork upside down Showa 41mm berbanding fork Dual Bending Valve Showa sebelum ini.
Bagaimanapun, ciri utama yang membezakan kedua-dua jentera ini adalah aspek rekaan, dengan CBR650R menerapkan DNA CBR1000RR Fireblade dengan full-fairing sementara CB650R membawa identiti Neo Sports Cafe sepertimana yang terdapat pada CB1000R dan CB250R.
CBR650R menyerlah dengan rekaan lampu depan LED yang diinspirasikan daripada CBR1000RR sementara CB650R bercirikan lampu depan sebuah cafe racer moden.
Dengarkan reviu kami mengenai Honda CB650R:
Meskipun bernadikan enjin yang sama namun pengalaman tunggangan kedua-dua model berbeza dengan tempat duduk ergonomik CBR650R lebih agresif berbanding CB650R yang lebih menegak.
Tetapi persamaan yang paling mencuri tumpuan, kedua-duanya boleh mengambil selekoh dengan cukup baik dan sistem traction control dan ABS yang didatangkan ternyata memudahkan lagi tunggangan.
Sementara itu, pada pendapat kami, paparan digital boleh ditambah baik tatkala kelihatan agak malap terutamanya di waktu siang dan kadang-kala menyukarkan kami untuk melihat kelajuan dan kedudukan gear.
Selain daripada permasalahan remeh tersebut, rata-rata kami bersetuju bahawa Honda CBR650R dan CB650R merupakan jentera yang menyeronokkan untuk kegunaan harian dan sesuai untuk apa jua keadaan tidak kira untuk ulang-alik ke tempat kerja, sekadar tunggangan hujung minggu atau untuk beraksi di litar.
Honda CBR650R boleh didapati dengan harga RM45,499 sementara CB650R ditawarkan pada RM43,499.
The 2019 Honda CBR650R and 2019 Honda CB650R were launched today.
Both bikes were first unveiled at EICMA 2018.
Both models have been extensively upgraded yet priced close to their predecessors.
The eagerly awaited 2019 Honda CBR650R and 2019 Honda CB650R were launched today (watch video below).
The bikes were launched by Boon Siew Honda Malaysia (BSH) at the Malaysia Autoshow 2019, at MAEPS Serdang. Fans and enthusiasts can view the new bikes between 11thto 13thApril 2019.
Mr. Keiichi Yasuda, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of BSH launched the bikes. In his speech, Mr. Yasuda said, “In 2018, Boon Siew Honda successfully launched 7 models of high performance big bikes in Malaysia. We are happy to have received overwhelming response from the market. And, we shall also look into the middleweight segment demand. Therefore, today we launched the all-new CBR650R and CB650R.”
2019 Honda CBR650R (from RM 45,499)
For the last time, the CBR650RR is NOT from the CBR600RR’s lineage. Clear? Good. And who said it was going to cost in the vicinity of RM 75,000 to RM 80,000?!
The CBR650R replaces the pervious CBR650F as Honda’s middleweight sportbike.
In line with the “CBR” designation, the 2019 model is made sportier to distance itself from its naked brethren, the naked CB650R. So, the CB650R is no longer a CBR650F without clothes.
Highlights:
New styling inspired by the CBR1000RR Fireblade superbike. The single “diamond” headlamp makes way for twin aggressive LED headlamps; and the fairing’s rear part is extended further back.
Revised rider ergonomics. The handlebars are repositioned 30mm forward to put more weight on the front wheel plus for a sportier riding position. Similarly, the footpegs were moved 3mm back and 6mm higher. Yet, seat height remains at an accessible 810mm.
Higher engine power. The inline-Four now revs to 1,000 RPM higher. Consequently, there is a 5% percent gain in maximum power from 90 to 94 HP at 12,000 RPM.
Assist and slipper clutch. The assist function allows lighter clutch lever operation. The slipper function, on the other hand, minimizes rear tyre hop when downshifting aggressively.
New running stock. The forks are now 41mm upside-down Showa SFF (Separate Function Forks). Braking duty is handled by a pair of Nissin 4-piston calipers that are radial-mounted.
Lower weight. The new bike is 6kg lighter.
New features. Such as full LED lighting; A new LCD instrument panel which includes gear position and shift indicator.
Traction control. The Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) traction control strategy finally makes its way into the model.
Two colours. Grand Prix Red and Matt Gun Powder Black Metallic.
Priced from RM 45,499 (basic selling price).
2019 Honda CB650R (from RM 43,499)
The 2019 CB650R replaced the CB650F as the middleweight naked sportbike. Besides that, the new CB650R completes Honda’s Neo Sports Café line-up, which already consists of the CB250R and CB1000R.
Highlights:
Modern and minimalist design. As part of the Neo Sports Café family, the bike’s styling mixes classic and modern elements. Honda calls it the “compact, trapezoid” effect.
The round headlight and sculpted tank form the front and “backbone,” respectively while the engine hangs below in full view.
Higher engine power. The engine is shared with the CBR650R. Revisions to the intake, cam timing, compression and exhaust yielded a 5% increase in power to 94 HP.
Relaxed ergonomics. The riding stance is more relaxed compared to the CBR650R’s.
Shared specs with CBR650R. Suspension, brakes, assist and slipper clutch, LED lighting, HSTC traction control are shared with the CBR650R.
Two colours. Candy Chromosphere Red and Graphite Black.
Honda UK has revealed the 2019 Honda CB650R price.
The new bike is almost entire new, besides its styling.
Honda UK is selling it at £6999 on-the-road.
Just as we are currently testing both the CB250R and CB1000R, Honda released the price of the new CB600F in the UK.
First making its appearance at the Paris Motor Show last year, CB650R is an almost total revamp of its CB600F predecessor. Styling wise, the new bike fits into Honda’s Neo Sports Café line-up which includes the two models we are testing.
We were impressed by the CB650F during our testing. We called it an all-rounder as it filled a number of roles comfortably. However, its styling hardly caught anyone’s eyes. Sure, it fitted in with modern motorcycle designs, but there was just something missing.
As such, Honda addressed that issue by redesigning the bike completely. It now has a modern retro styling, yet with modern twists, hence the “Neo Sports Café” designation.
Honda didn’t just perform a makeover, however. The new CB650R is almost entirely new.
Revisions to the frame, fuel tank and other parts lowered weight by 6kg. The frame itself is 1.9kg lighter with a stiffer headstock and more flexible side spars. The forks are now Showa SFF (Separate Function Forks) that are adjustable for preload and rebound damping. The front brakes consist of radially-mounted four-piston Nissin calipers. The rims are new, too.
The engine gains a 1000 RPM rev limit, besides revisions to the fueling and mechanical bits. The result is a 5% power boost from the inline-Four.
As for ergonomics, the riding position is now more aggressive. The handlebar has moved forward by 13mm and down by 8mm. Additionally, the footpegs have gone backwards by 3mm and up by 6mm.
The TFT screen is shared with the Honda CB500 range.
Honda UK quoted the 2019 Honda CB650R at £6999 (RM36,950.52 as of 15thJanuary) on the road. We expect it to cost between RM 45,000 to 52,000 in Malaysia.
As we have mentioned before, the CB650R is built upon the Honda CB650F and CBR650F platform. The inline-Four engine and frame are easily apparent in the photos of the new bike. Honda gave the CB650F a retro-modern treatment, like the CB1000R and CB250R. The Neo Sports Café line-up is now complete.
However, Honda didn’t just build a new styling on top of the CB650F. Instead, they revised a number of features on the bike.
For example, the forks on the CB650R Neo Sports Café are 41mm Showa Separate Function Forks (SFF). The CB650F and CBR650F utilize Showa Bending Valve Forks, on the other hand. Additionally, the CB650R’s front brake discs are gripped by radially-mounted four-piston calipers.
On the electronics side, the CB650R features Honda’s “Selectable Torque Control” system (first seen on the Africa Twin), assist and slipper clutch and what Honda calls “ultra-modern” instruments.
The engine has been uprated, likewise. There is a 5% power boost, bringing its output to 95bhp. Honda also claims a 6kg weight reduction over the CB650F.
When will this hit Malaysia? Soon enough, we hope!
