2024 HONDA CB650R vs HONDA CB750 Hornet
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 HONDA CB650R 81 cm Tallest seat here
- HONDA CB750 Hornet 79.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 1.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 92 hp (HONDA CB750 Hornet) up to 95 hp (2024 HONDA CB650R).
- Torque spans 63 Nm (2024 HONDA CB650R) up to 75 Nm (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
- Weight spans 190 kg (HONDA CB750 Hornet) to 205 kg (2024 HONDA CB650R).
- Displacement spans 650 cc (2024 HONDA CB650R) to 750 cc (HONDA CB750 Hornet).
Reader votes so far — total 10: 2024 HONDA CB650R (7); HONDA CB750 Hornet (3).
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| Specification | HONDA CB650R | HONDA CB750 Hornet |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | HONDA | HONDA |
| Model | HONDA CB650R | HONDA CB750 Hornet |
| Engine size | 650cc | 750cc |
| Power | 95hp | 92hp |
| Torque | 63nm. | 75nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | Twin cylinder, 8 valves |
| Weight | 205kg | 190kg |
| Front brake | 310 mm x 4.5 mm double disc with four piston caliper | Dual 296mm x 4mm disc with Nissin radial mount 4 piston calipers |
| Rear brake | 240 mm x 5 mm disc with single piston caliper | Single 240mm x 5mm disc with single piston caliper |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 79.5cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) | 120/70ZR-17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) | 160/60ZR-17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | 41mm Showa Separate Function front Fork Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD forks | Showa 41mm SFF-BPTMTM USD, 130mm travel |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock damper with 10 stage adjustable preload, 43.5mm stroke | Monoshock damper, Pro-Link swingarm, 150mm travel |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 235km/h | 220km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 15.4 L – 5.5 L/100km | 15.2 L – 6 L/100km |
| Service network | ||
| Service quality | ||
| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $9399 | $8299 |
| Brand price lists | View HONDA price list | View HONDA price list |
| Extra features | -A.S.clutch E-Clutch, 5-inch full colour TFT screen, -Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), (HSTC) Honda Selectable Torque Control, -HSS |
-Assisted slipper clutch, 5 inch TFT screen, Type C USB -ESS, Three default rider modes; RAIN, STANDARD and SPORT -Three levels of Engine Power, Engine Brake and HSTC with integrated Wheelie Control -USER customisation option between the three levels. Emergency Stop System (ESS) |
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2024 HONDA CB650R vs 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet: listed specifications
The 2024 HONDA CB650R and 2023 HONDA CB750 Hornet are closely matched in peak power, while the CB650R has the higher listed top speed, and the CB750 Hornet has more displacement and torque, and a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
CB750 Hornet has a clearly larger listed engine displacement (750 cc vs 650 cc).
Peak power
CB650R and CB750 Hornet have very similar peak power (95 hp vs 92 hp).
Torque
CB750 Hornet has a clear listed torque advantage (75 Nm vs 63 Nm).
Listed top speed
CB650R has a modest listed top-speed advantage (235 km/h vs 220 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
CB750 Hornet has a modest listed weight advantage (190 kg vs 205 kg). CB750 Hornet has a lower listed seat height (79.5 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in displacement, torque, listed top speed, weight and seat height, while peak power remains relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of HONDA CB650R vs HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB650R is listed at 235 km/h (146 mph) vs 220 km/h (137 mph) for HONDA CB750 Hornet.
Which has more horsepower, HONDA CB650R or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB650R has 95 hp compared with 92 hp on the HONDA CB750 Hornet.
Which is lighter, HONDA CB650R or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
HONDA CB750 Hornet is lighter at 190 kg vs 205 kg for HONDA CB650R.
Which is better, HONDA CB650R or HONDA CB750 Hornet?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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