Honda CB650 1979 (1978-79)

The Honda CB650 is a motorcycle produced in 1978-79, featuring a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder engine with a capacity of 626.8 cc. It has a compression ratio of 9.0:1 and is air-cooled with 4x26mm Keihin carburetors and a transistorized ignition. The motorcycle has a maximum power of 63 hp / 46.9 kW @ 9000 rpm and a maximum torque of 51.5 Nm / 38 ft-lb @ 8000 rpm. The CB650 comes with a 5-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The front suspension is center axle coil spring forks, and the rear suspension is dual Showa dampers with adjustable spring preload, offering a smooth ride. With a wet weight of 212 kg / 467.3 lbs, the CB650 has a fuel capacity of 18 litres / 4.7 US gal and a consumption average of 41.1 mpg. It has a front single 275mm disc with a 1 piston caliper, and a rear 180mm drum brake. The motorcycle has a top speed of 190 km/h and a standing 1/4 mile of 13.4 seconds at 157.7 km/h. Overall, the 1978-79 Honda CB650 is a powerful and reliable motorcycle with a smooth ride and good performance.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 650

Year: 1978-79
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 626.8 cc / 38.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 59.8 x 55.8 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled.
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: 4x 26mm Keihin carburetors
Ignition: Transistorized
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 63 hp / 46.9 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 51.5 Nm / 38 ft-lb @ 8000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Centre axle coil spring forks
Front Wheel Travel: 135 mm / 5.3 in
Rear Suspension: Dual Showa dampers. adjustable spring preload.
Rear Wheel Travel: 91 mm / 3.5 in
Front Brakes: Single 275mm discs 1 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: 180mm Drum
Front Tyre: 3.50-19
Rear Tyre: 4.50-17
Wet Weight: 212 kg / 467.3 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres / 4.7 US gal
Consumption Average: 41.1 mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile: 13.4 sec / 157.7 km/h
Top Speed: 190 km/h