HONDA CB650F
FIRST RIDE
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then pull away to speeds of more
than 100mph with absolutely zero
transmission snatch. And with no
need to use the clutch or change
gear.
Even when you have to do so,
the clutch action is light and very
progressive, which again will suit
less experienced riders. And it
makes easy work of feet-up U-
turns at little more than walking
pace. And there's no trace of
a jerk or anything other than a
sweet, syrupy response when
you get on the throttle again exit-
ing a turn.
The engine's über-flexibility
worthy of a maxi-scooter will
make the CB650F appealing to
one element in Honda's target
(Above left) The 649cc
powerplant produces a
claimed 87 horsepower
at 11,000 rpm.
(Middle) The bike gets
basic Nissin brakes.
(Above right) The
dash is impressive,
considering the
CB650F is a fairly
minimalist motorcycle.
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