Although it’s not a part of the retro series, it’s engine is in a similar displacement class as the other two.
Quick facts
- Engine: 649cc liquid cooled in-line four cylinder
- Torque: 42.14 lb.-ft. @ 8,160 rpm
- Power: 80.55 hp @ 11,000 rpm
- Weight: ~445.3lbs
Those pipes, such a clean design. Still in the upright/naked competition for my next bike. For 2024 I guess they’re coming with an e-clutch. With this you still have to shift with your for, but you don’t have to pull the clutch.
The riding position looks a little too aggressive, but I still want to sit on one to see how it feels. It does come with a price tag of ~$9,400 MSRP which is on the priceier side of this class.
Anyone have one of these with the e-clutch?
Right. Top pick for sure. However I’m made at Honda right now. I’ve got a 2010 Honda car and the paint is getting messed up, the interior “leather” is deteriorating, and the headliner is coming off from the foam. And I take decent care of my things. But this is happening to all the Hondas I see around me that are the same model and approximately the same year.
So I’ll need some time to repair my relationship with Honda. Maybe they build their bikes differently?
I have a CBF125 2012 and CBR600F 1997 - never had any serious issue with any of these. That’s just my experience. I have a civic 2017 and no issue there either but its on the newer end of the spectrum so not exactly a good example
If it’s any consolation I’m riding a '96 Hornet 250 and its given me zero problems in the last 3 years. Maybe Honda don’t make them like they use to these days though.
I rode an '82 CB650 and loved it, I would totally pick up one of these if I was ready for my next bike.