Honda CB650R 2021 vs. BMW F 800 R 2015

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

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Overview - Honda CB650R 2021 vs BMW F 800 R 2015

The Honda CB650R 2021 and the BMW F 800 R 2015 are both naked bikes that offer a unique riding experience.

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

Starting with the Honda CB650R 2021, it boasts a powerful engine with 95 HP and 63 Nm of torque. The bike is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and has a displacement of 649 ccm. The front suspension features an Upside-Down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm. The frame is made of steel and has a twin tube design. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS. In terms of dimensions and weights, the front tire width is 120 mm with a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire width is 180 mm with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1450 mm and the seat height is 810 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 15.4 liters. The Honda CB650R 2021 is known for its Neo Sports Cafe Optics, making it visually appealing. It is also considered suitable for beginners due to its manageable power and good price-performance ratio. The engine revs up smoothly and it has a low consumption rate. However, it has some weaknesses such as limited space for tall riders, mediocre equipment, and a lack of punch from the rev range.

On the other hand, the BMW F 800 R 2015 offers a slightly lower engine power of 90 HP but compensates with a higher torque of 86 Nm. It has a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 798 ccm. The front suspension is an Upside-Down telescopic fork and the rear suspension is a swing arm. The frame is made of aluminum and has a twin tube design with a load-bearing engine. The front brakes are double disk with four pistons and radial technology. In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, the BMW F 800 R 2015 comes with electronically adjustable suspension. The dimensions and weights are similar to the Honda CB650R 2021, with a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1520 mm, a seat height of 790-820 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters. The BMW F 800 R 2015 is praised for its high-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC, and ASC, making it a versatile bike that offers both speed and comfort. However, it is worth noting that the bike can become relatively high-priced when adding all the extras. While it performs well on paper and during rides, it lacks the certain "cult" factor that other bikes like the Monster or Street Triple possess.

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

Overall, both the Honda CB650R 2021 and the BMW F 800 R 2015 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Honda CB650R 2021 is a great option for beginners with its manageable power and good price-performance ratio, while the BMW F 800 R 2015 offers high-quality equipment and versatility. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on individual preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CB650R 2021 compared to BMW F 800 R 2015

Honda CB650R 2021
BMW F 800 R 2015

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore67 mmBore82 mm
StrokeStroke46 mmStroke75.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power90 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque63 NmTorque86 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.6 Compression Ratio12.02
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement649 ccmDisplacement798 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTwin TubeFrame typeTwin Tube, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,145 mm
WidthWidth750 mmWidth860 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,235 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height790,770,820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity15.4 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB650R 2021

Honda CB650R 2021

13 out of a possible 24 points mean 5th place in the large mid-range naked bike comparison test 2021. The Honda puts up a good fight against the technically more advanced competition and can leave a motorbike behind despite its position as an outsider. Pleasing looks, accessible riding and the low price make the shortcomings that were brought to light in the direct comparison fade into the background.

Neo Sports Cafe Optics still top

absolutely suitable for beginners

good price-performance ratio

engine revs up smoothly

low consumption

Too little space for tall riders

mediocre equipment

relatively chubby

little punch from the rev range

BMW F 800 R 2015

BMW F 800 R 2015

The F 800 R is a motorbike without any real weaknesses, but remains rather unobtrusive overall even after the update. A very positive feature is the overall equipment, which is of very high quality in this league.

High-quality equipment such as ESA, RDC and ASC

very universally usable

fast to ride and still comfortable

The affordable entry-level bike becomes relatively high-priced when you implement all the extras

terrific on paper and while riding, but it lacks that certain something to become "cult" like a Monster or a Street Triple.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB650R vs BMW F 800 R

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB650R 2021 and a BMW F 800 R 2015. In terms of price, the actual average price of a BMW F 800 R 2015 is about 2% higher. Compared to BMW F 800 R 2015 there are less Honda CB650R 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 11 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB650R with 63 days compared to 89 days for a BMW F 800 R. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 23 reviews for the Honda CB650R and 20 reviews for the BMW F 800 R since model year 2009. The first review for the Honda CB650R was published on 10/8/2018 and now has more than 53,700 views. This compares to more than 8,900 views for the first review on BMW F 800 R published on 10/10/2008.

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