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Honda CB650R

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CB650R

₹9.20 Lakhex-showroom · last updated 2026

Check on-road pricevs Triumph Trident 660
Engine
649cc
Power
93.8bhp
Weight
205kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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Honda CB650R — Overview

The Honda CB650R is a 649cc inline-four naked bike that sold in India for Rs 9.60-10.30 lakh, discontinued as of April 2026 after Honda's import batch sold out.

India gets very few inline-4 naked bikes at under Rs 10 lakh, so when Honda launched the CB650R in early 2025, it sold out fast - and for good reason. The 649cc four-cylinder engine that Honda has been tuning since 2019 is genuinely one of the sweetest motors at this price point: linear, rev-happy, and surprisingly civilised in bumper-to-bumper Mumbai traffic. Add Honda's new E-Clutch technology - which lets you short-shift and filter through lanes without ever touching the clutch lever - and you have a bike that works as hard commuting to work on a Monday as it does on a weekend run to Nandi Hills. The CB650R sits at Rs 9.20-9.60 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), which puts it up against the Triumph Trident 660 and the Kawasaki Z900. It loses on price to the Trident and on outright power to the Z900, but nothing else in this bracket rides quite like a Honda inline-4.

Honda CB650R Latest Updates

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  • Honda has discontinued the CB650R, CBR650R, and X-ADV in India as of April 2026, with all allocated CBU units sold out. A relaunch is expected in late 2026 or early 2027 once a fresh import batch is approved.

  • Honda India discontinued the CB650R, CBR650R, and X-ADV as of April 6, 2026, after all allocated CBU import units sold out. The models were quietly de-listed from the BigWing configurator with no formal announcement; a relaunch is expected in late 2026 or early 2027 once a fresh import batch is approved, but Honda has not confirmed a timeline.

  • Honda unveiled a refreshed 2026 global colour palette for the CB650R - Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic, Mat Jeans Blue Metallic, Candy Energy Orange, and Grand Prix Red, with bronze-finished forks and rims. No mechanical or technical changes accompany the update, and India availability has not been confirmed.

What We Like

  • 649cc inline-4 is smooth and endlessly rewarding - 90-110 kmph cruising feels completely effortless
  • Surprisingly manageable in city traffic; E-Clutch makes filtering and slow-speed work far less tiring
  • Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) is slick and unobtrusive - it genuinely builds rider confidence
  • Neo-retro design with a 5-inch TFT display, Honda RoadSync Bluetooth, and all-LED lighting punches well above its price

What Could Be Better

  • 150 mm ground clearance is too low for Indian roads - speed breakers and potholes will scrape the belly
  • Riding position gets uncomfortable on long highway stints beyond 150-200 km
  • Stock tyres feel ordinary for the asking price; most owners upgrade to Michelin Road 5s fairly quickly

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Honda CB650R?

The Honda CB650R is the best-sounding, best-revving naked bike you can buy under Rs 10 lakh in India - the inline-4 engine and E-Clutch combination genuinely make it enjoyable in any situation. The low ground clearance and underwhelming stock tyres are real compromises you'll notice on Indian roads, but if you can live with those, this is a motorcycle that will keep rewarding you every single time you open the throttle.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the price of Honda CB650R in India?▾
The Honda CB650R was launched in India at Rs 9,20,000 (Standard) and Rs 9,60,000 (E-Clutch) ex-showroom Delhi. The on-road price in Delhi is approximately Rs 11,28,000 for the Standard and Rs 11,68,000 for the E-Clutch variant, after accounting for RTO, insurance, and dealer charges.
QWhat is the mileage of Honda CB650R in India?▾
Honda CB650R's ARAI-rated mileage is 20.4 kmpl. In real-world riding conditions, owners report 20-22 kmpl in city traffic and 24-26 kmpl on highways. With the 15.4-litre tank, you can expect a practical range of around 300-350 km per fill-up.
QIs Honda CB650R discontinued in India?▾
Yes, Honda has sold out its allocated units for India as of early 2026, and the CB650R is currently listed as discontinued on major portals. This is a supply issue, not a permanent exit - a relaunch with 2026 colour updates is expected in late 2026 or early 2027.
QWhat is the on-road price of Honda CB650R in Delhi and Mumbai?▾
The on-road price of the Honda CB650R (E-Clutch) in Delhi is approximately Rs 11,68,000, while in Mumbai it rises to around Rs 12,82,000 due to Maharashtra's higher road tax rate. The difference is mainly driven by state RTO charges, which vary significantly across India.
QWhat is the EMI for Honda CB650R?▾
At a 20% down payment on the Standard variant's on-road price of ~Rs 11,28,000 in Delhi, the EMI works out to approximately Rs 22,000-23,000 per month over 48 months at a 9% annual interest rate. Final EMI depends on your lender, tenure, and down payment amount.
QWhat is E-Clutch in Honda CB650R and how does it work?▾
The E-Clutch is Honda's electronically actuated clutch system that lets you shift gears without manually squeezing the clutch lever. Sensors detect gear-shift inputs and automatically engage/disengage the clutch. The conventional clutch lever is still present and fully functional if you prefer to use it. It adds Rs 40,000 to the price over the Standard variant.
QWhat is the service cost and interval for Honda CB650R in India?▾
The Honda CB650R is serviced at Honda BigWing dealerships, with routine service every 6,000 km or 6 months (whichever comes first). A standard service costs approximately Rs 3,000-6,000 including engine oil and filter changes. The first service at 1,000 km is typically covered under the warranty package.
QHow does Honda CB650R compare with Triumph Trident 660?▾
The Honda CB650R (649cc inline-4, 95 PS, Rs 9.20-9.60 lakh) is more powerful than the Triumph Trident 660 (660cc triple, 81 PS), but the Trident is priced lower at around Rs 6.95-8.10 lakh, is 17 kg lighter, and has slightly better ground clearance. The CB650R wins on technology - E-Clutch, TFT display, RoadSync - but the Trident offers better value per rupee.

Rivals to Consider

Triumph Trident 660
Kawasaki Z900
Triumph Street Triple R