2019 Honda CBR650R

The 2019 Honda CBR650R marked a significant shift toward a more aggressive Fireblade aesthetic while remaining a versatile middleweight. It features a 649cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine that produces a claimed 94 hp at 12,000 rpm and 47 lb-ft of torque at 8,500 rpm. For 2019, Honda bumped the redline by 1,000 rpm and introduced a more aggressive riding position with lower handlebars. Key Specifications * Engine: DOHC, 16-valve, inline-four; 11.6:1 compression ratio. * Suspension: 41mm inverted Showa Separate Function Front Fork (SFF); rear single shock with 7-stage preload adjustment. * Brakes: Dual radial-mount Nissin 4-piston calipers with 310mm floating discs (front); 240mm disc (rear). * Weight: 456 lbs curb weight (458 lbs for ABS model). * Chassis: Revised twin-spar steel frame—11.6 lbs lighter than the outgoing CBR650F. * Features: Assist/slipper clutch, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), and a 4.1-gallon fuel tank.