Honda CB650R 2021 vs. Yamaha MT-07 2023

The Honda CB650R 2021 and the Yamaha MT-07 2023 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, inline-four and inline-twin respectively. The Honda CB650R has a more powerful engine with 95 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 73.4 HP. However, the Yamaha MT-07 has a higher torque of 67 Nm compared to the Honda CB650R's 63 Nm.

Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling. They also have similar suspension setups with telescopic forks at the front and a swingarm with a monoshock at the rear. The chassis for both bikes is made of steel.

In terms of braking, both bikes have dual disc brakes at the front. The Honda CB650R has slightly larger discs with a diameter of 310 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 298 mm discs. Both bikes are equipped with ABS.

Honda CB650R 2021

In terms of dimensions, the Honda CB650R has a wider front tire at 120 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 120 mm. The rear tire width is the same for both bikes at 180 mm. Both bikes have a 17-inch wheel diameter. The Honda CB650R has a longer wheelbase at 1450 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 1400 mm. The seat height is slightly higher for the Honda CB650R at 810 mm compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 805 mm. The Honda CB650R is also heavier with a curb weight of 202.5 kg compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 184 kg. The fuel tank capacity is larger for the Honda CB650R at 15.4 liters compared to the Yamaha MT-07's 14 liters.

In terms of range, the Yamaha MT-07 has a slightly higher range of 333 km compared to the Honda CB650R's 314 km. The Yamaha MT-07 also has a slightly lower combined fuel consumption of 4.2 l/100km compared to the Honda CB650R's 4.9 l/100km.

In terms of strengths, the Honda CB650R is praised for its Neo Sports Cafe Optics, making it visually appealing. It is also considered suitable for beginners and offers a good price-performance ratio. The engine is smooth and the bike has low fuel consumption.

Yamaha MT-07 2023

On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-07 is praised for its beautiful and easy-to-read display. The bike has a charismatic engine and the riding position adapts well to different riders. It offers a harmonious and pleasant riding experience, with good brakes.

In terms of weaknesses, the Honda CB650R is criticized for its limited space for taller riders, mediocre equipment, relatively heavy weight, and lack of impact in the rev range.

The Yamaha MT-07 is criticized for its loose chassis and insufficient damping, a feeling of a non-transparent gear lever, unintuitive operation, lack of traction control, inactive seating position, and a too-soft seat for long rides.