MUMBAI: Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has shifted gears in India’s premium motorcycle market with the launch of the 2025 CB650R and CBR650R, both powered by Honda’s revolutionary E-clutch technology — a first for Indian riders. Bookings are now open at all BigWing dealerships, with deliveries set to rev up by the end of May.

The 2025 Honda CB650R, with its minimalist neo sports café styling, is priced at Rs 9.60 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), while the aggressive, race-ready CBR650R retails at Rs 10.40 lakh. Both models are powered by a 649cc, liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine that churns out 70 kW of power at 12,000 RPM and 63 Nm of torque at 9,500 RPM — now enhanced with Honda’s E-clutch for smoother shifts without the clutch lever.
The E-clutch system, first developed by Honda in 2023, automatically manages the clutch, offering seamless starts and gear changes. Whether you’re cruising in the city or carving corners, the E-clutch ensures a fatigue-free ride.

Sporting Honda’s signature neo sports café design, the CB650R blends a rugged yet refined look with modern tech. Key highlights include a round LED headlamp, sculpted fuel tank, a 5.0-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via Honda RoadSync, and high-performance Showa 41 mm SFF-BP front forks. The bike is available in candy chromosphere red and matte gunpowder black metallic.

Inspired by Honda’s supersport DNA, the CBR650R features aggressive styling, aerodynamic fairing, and a sporty riding stance. It shares the same powerhouse engine with the CB650R but adds Honda selectable torque control (HSTC) for enhanced traction. Available in grand prix red and matt gunpowder black metallic, it’s designed for those who crave speed.

Both models feature premium hardware — Showa 41 mm SFF-BP inverted front forks, adjustable rear monoshock, dual radial-mounted 310 mm floating discs at the front, a 240 mm rear disc, and dual-channel ABS. Riders get a full-colour 5.0-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via the Honda RoadSync app for calls, messages, and navigation.