The GOOD, the BAD & the UGLY 😉 | Honda CBR650R Review | OnBoard and Insta 360
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- The GOOD, the BAD and the Ugly.......and more!!!
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I discuss all things CBR650R related in this video, from modifications I have fitted, to things I dislike about the bike and why I purchased it. Essentially, this is an honest review and also the considerations for other bikes on the market.
You will see onboard footage, Insta 360 camera footage and hopefully have some fun along the way.
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Camera Equipment 📸
- GoPro Hero 8
- External Microphone (PurplePanda)
- Insta 360 One X
- Insta 360 telescopic camera mount
- GoPro removal chin mount
Riding Gear / Wear 🏍
- HJC RPHA 70 Shuky
- HJC Iridium visor
- Alpinestar Ankle Boots
- PMJ Kevlar Jeans
- Alpinestar SP8 Gloves
Man your channel is underrated, keep it going and the work you put in (you can really tell you do by the vids) will pay off 🔥
Been waiting on this one, a truthful review not just some sponsored talk by the big bike magazines.
Thanks for the positive comments STFU. Appreciate you tuning in and showing some love in the comments! Stay upright and safe riding 🤙🏻
I have a 2019 650r. Custom tune, decat akro pipe, DNA air filter and it's pretty fast now. Smokes mt07's. I like the bike and it hides under the LAMs restrictions in Australia.
Really honest and informative and entertaining to watch. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
gr8 video m8. Found your channel as am new rider and looking for first ED bike and was looking at 650r.
I was advised to use E5 by my Honda dealership when i bought mine. I had the quick shifter fitted and it's only up. It's a great bike i love it 👍
That’s interesting to know. When I bought this, it wasn’t as common to have the E10 at pumps. Since then it’s hard to get Unleaded E5 without having to purchase the higher octane.
I have dropped some comments below about the quick shifter and downshifting. Mechanically, it’s possible as the gear is unloaded on a downshift. However, the revs need to be fairly low. For proper downshifting and track days an auto-blipper would be best
I got the black one And I can’t wait to take it out and try it out for the first time 😂
Hi :-) In my 2021 Model the tractioncontrol is not so sensitiv ;-) I also fill up with V-Power or Ultimate 102 from Aral here in Germany. My rear brake is very strong and surprisingly good. I also have the sport package and love the bike very much. And i have a German channel about this bike! Best wishes 👍Ride safe🏍
i think you need to change clip ons, to get more racey ones but also more beautiful also, the brake master cylinder to get a round cup like proper race bike because the square one reminds me of hondas back in 20 years ago
E5 in Malaysia is ron97 and E10 is ron95. And We also have ron100 in curtain pump..
About the E5 or E10, I even take E5 for my 50cc scooter for the city riding so yeah that’s that😂
The Honda vender told me to use E10 and only E10, also it's written on the bike, in the manual and on gas pumps in France there's is a list of motorcycle brands on the E10 pump that lists Honda engines are designed for E10 since 1992 ! So I don't ask myself any questions and use E10 🤷🏻♂️
First Mod I did was heated grips on this.
E5 is the fuel I use. Also the shifter i believe is only for upshifting as CBR650R doesnt have flyby wire gearbox, shifting down with it can cause damage to gearbox i believe
Unless it's an autoblipper that does both... Also if you're going into a lower gear by closing throttle it in no way damages the gearbox unless in you're really grinding gears and don't know how to downshift.
Thanks for watching and thanks for the comments.
The upshifting is possible because the quick-shifter electronically interrupts the ECU to stop ignition for milliseconds. This allows the gear to be unloaded and allow the change.
When downshifting, the gear is not under any load apart from some engine brake. I tend not to downshift without using the clutch, but I have downshifted on a few occasions when revs are lower without the clutch and it’s fine. Whether it would do that normally or the QS is helping I am not sure.
Same applies with a manual car gearbox. You can change gear without the clutch if you Rev match
E10 is fine. It is about the octs. Per bike manual E10 meets requirement.
Still choosing between the Yamaha R7 and the 2022 CBR650 R but the R7 just lacks punch. It’s lighter and more “sporty” to drive but when youre above 60mph it’s just too slow for me. Sure this one weighs quite a bit but the sound of the 650 with an akrapovic just sounds too good compared to that r7 and other parallel twins.
650 better bike
Update: I got the cbr650r 2021 in black. I love it. Needs an exhaust tho, other than that a really great bike for the money :-)
Does brembo produces clip ons for the cbr650r?
great review and I love the look of this bike would you recommend for first bike?
I certainly would recommend it. This is my first bike (not just big bike) and it is so easy and manoeuvrable to ride. Has enough power to have fun on or get yourself out or trouble and the biggest thing, it’s useable power 👍🏻
Nice video! Are you using OEM quickshifter? Because I have one too fitted on my CBR650R 2021, but it's only for the upshifts. In the video, you've mentioned downshifting too?
The upshifting is possible because the quick-shifter electronically interrupts the ECU to stop ignition for milliseconds. This allows the gear to be unloaded and change.
When downshifting, the gear is not under any load apart from some engine brake. I tend not to downshift without using the clutch, but I have downshifted on a few occasions when revs are lower without the clutch and it’s fine. You shouldn’t / won’t get any gear crunching, so it’s not doing any damage
Downshifting with a quickshifter requires an auto blipper and throttle by wire tech. The cbr650r does not have either.
@@KingKofi01 as you have probably seen in my comment above, it is possible to downshift, but not through the technology of the quick shifter. It’s simply the gearing not being under any load and Rev matching
looking forward to the wrap! not seem many with the non standard paint scheme. Seen a few asian customs but they looked tacky.
I agree. This is not going to be like the Hug Sticker Customs of the shelf design. It is fully bespoke and designed for me as a one off.
@@cbr650ruk3 Cant wait!
Could you see this being a fun track day bike?
Nice video mate, very informative.
Do you get a lot of splash back when riding in the rain with the tail tidy fitted?
Hey, thanks for tuning in. No, I don’t on me personally, but it does tend to throw it all over itself (underside of the bike). I think that’s pretty usual though and it would do so even without the tail tidy
@@cbr650ruk3 Thanks. Yes, I figured the underside would be messy but as long as it doesn't throw the dirt onto the top side, should be all good. Thanks for getting back to me. Very much appreciated.
@cbr650r uk do you have the link for the levers please.
Thank you
Yes mate bike looks lovely, Im torn between this and the mt-07 I was wondering how this one does on fuel? Ive heard that the cbr may drink quiet a bit I was wondering if its as bad as they make out? Do you know what you average for mpg?
Thank you. I can’t comment on fuel comparison to the MT-07, however, I would say the CBR is pretty good.
Round town I get about 45mpg (depending on riding style) and on the motorway, I have had as much as 72mpg just cruising along at a steady speed.
Has it got the stock Dunlop's fitted?
Best mod you can do is fit a set of Michelin road 5's 👌
Yes it has. I am not quite sure how I have not considered tyres to this point. You have me thinking and I will be straight out for some Michelins 🤙🏻
@@cbr650ruk3 2nd the 5's they are the single best mod!
hey, i own a cbr650r
i currently have the stock transparent windshield
what brand is it and where did you get that windshield? it looks lit
Hey, thanks for tuning in to the channel. It is a OEM Honda screen. This particular one comes with the ‘Sports Kit’ that can be purchased when the bike is spec’d from new. You should be able to order or purchase it from your local Honda dealer though. Hope that helps 👍🏻
Quick question: I used to have a cbr500r and despite it being fast enough for the UK roads it got pretty boring after a while. How do you feel about the 650r? Is it fast enough to keep you engaged or do you think it will get lack luster after a while?
Personally I feel it’s enough, although there will always be room for a 1k cc in the garage!
However, I don’t think you need anymore and even pushing it, it will never be at its limit. It has over double the horsepower of the CBR500, so I think it is a very different bike and you will notice the difference.
@@cbr650ruk3 Yeah that's what I thought :) thanks mate! Looking forward to more vids!!
After the the new exhaust does the temperature on ur bike run one click over half?
Yes it does. Although, I am pretty sure it ran one click before I fitted the exhaust.
Hey, mate nice video. Are you still enjoying the power this bike has?
Hey, thanks for tuning in. No, I wouldn’t say I am bored of the power at all yet. It’s around the 100bhp mark with the exhaust, so that’s fine for road riding. I think 1000cc’s have unusable power when it comes to road riding, so this is fine for me at the moment
Too fast for me at my age but the sound of that inline 4 in the red zone and the acceleration must be intoxicating
This is my first bike. I am always scared it is going to slip. Specially after rain.
With the CBR 650 R you cant downshit with a quickshifter right? still need the clutch because its has no ride by wire feature?
That’s correct. I have done before on Rev matching, but it’s not easy and I always use clutch. I actually quite enjoy blipping the throttle (with clutch in) on downshifts to Rev match! 👍🏻
I'm planning to get rid of 2019 sv650 for cbr650r for touring.
It’s a great choice and has better HP. Get that sportier feel, but still a comfortable ride 🤙🏻
Nice review, how is it around heavy traffic. Only have room for one bike and I ride into central London most days. How would it be in commuter traffic. Heart says CBR head says CB
It’s actually really good. The clutch is light and the bike is really well balanced. I am also from London, so I am used to traffic, filtering and such like.
The CB may be a little more suit as it’s a more upright bike, but I don’t find this heavy on my wrists. The position is not full race, but it has the more aggressive look
@@cbr650ruk3 The CB will be better but I hope the CBR will be good enough. My commute in is just under an hour so not too long, and that's on a much smaller naked bike. The CBR is appealing for the winter months to keep some of the chill off. Plus it's a much better looking machine.
you didn mention the wings!!
Hi mate! Very informative review and gorgeous bike. If I may ask, which is your height? Cuz I am into this bike and don't actually know if I can fit it (184cm of me). Thank you
Hey, thanks for tuning in and the comment. I am 183cm and fit it perfectly. I can flat foot while seated, but the rear pegs are not too high, so I don’t have my knees by my ears.
I also have long legs, so that can be an issue on other bikes.
I hope this helps 👍🏻
For whatever reason they took away the red one here in the US. If I end up getting one, I’d get it wrapped . . . in red.
❤️🥀
How do you feel about the power, had any cars take you down so far?
The power is fine, but in my opinion it’s more about the balance and the handling of the bike. This bike is very well balanced and manoeuvrable, so it’s really how you ride it.
Obviously there are far more powerful bikes out there, but most cars would struggle to keep up with it on normal roads.
@@cbr650ruk3 most definitely! From what I've seen it can sprint to 100km in 3.6s or so which I think is more then quick enough for a bike of its price and beauty
Just got my 2021 cbr650r. In USA we didn’t get that red option for 2021
Hey Bruce. Out of interest what colours were available in the USA? I am aware of a crayon grey for the CB650R which wasn’t available in the Uk
@@cbr650ruk3 I have the pearl jet grey 2021 cbr650r and it's amazing in the sun with the pearl! I'm from Australia, I think the grey is only available in the Australasia countries from what iv seen!
So do you think this bike is a good first bike ?
In essence, yes this is a good first bike. It has enough power and presence to excite you, but not so much that it scares or intimidates you.
It’s very manageable and easy to handle, so I would say it’s an ideal first bike if you are looking for that sporty look. I use this everyday to commute on, so it’s a good all rounder.
Is there anything specific you would like to know about?
I upgraded from a cbr500r
Powder coat the wheels white you won't regret it
Can't make my mind up cbr650r or 660 tuono 😬
I guess it’s horses for courses. The CBR has a more aggressive and sporty look, whereas the Tuono is an upright bike. Either way, they are both great bikes 👍🏻
Why you calling it she
I am not even going to bite or comment back on that! Do some research 🙈