Honda CBR650R is the sports version of the Honda CBR650F. Designed with the CBR1000RR in mind, it has a new body with a sportier riding position and electronics package.

The updated engine makes more torque and now goes 1,000 rpm higher with a redline at 12,000 rpm. Peak power is 94 hp (70 kW), up from 86hp (64 kW). In addition to boosting power, the 2019 Honda CBR650R gets a lighter chassis. Now its weight is 208 kg wet (a weight reduction of 6 kg). As a result, the ratio of the power to weight increased by 8%.

Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and slipper clutch have been added to control that power. Honda has also included the well-regarded 41mm Showa Separate Function Forks (SFF), Nissin radially mounted four-piston brake calipers and an LCD unit.

For A2 license holders in Europe, there is a 47hp (35 kW) version available.