2025 Honda CBR650R and CB650R launched in India with E-Clutch technology. Priced at ₹10.40 lakh and ₹9.60 lakh, both bikes offer easier riding with no major mechanical changes.
Honda has updated its 650cc lineup in India with the introduction of E-Clutch technology on the 2025 CBR650R and CB650R. This new tech makes riding these middleweight motorcycles easier, especially for new riders. With this update, both bikes have also received a minor price revision.
Prices and Availability
The 2025 Honda CB650R is now priced at ₹9.60 lakh, while the fully-faired CBR650R carries a tag of ₹10.40 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom Delhi). Compared to their 2024 counterparts, both bikes are now around ₹40,000 more expensive. Bookings are open across all Honda BigWing dealerships, with deliveries scheduled to begin by the end of May 2025.
What is Honda’s E-Clutch?
First introduced in 2023, Honda’s E-Clutch system is designed to simplify gear changes. The technology uses electronic actuators to automatically engage and disengage the clutch, allowing the rider to shift gears without using the clutch lever. Riders can simply slot into first gear and roll on the throttle to get moving. This makes riding in city traffic much easier and helps avoid premature clutch wear.
Importantly, the E-Clutch can also be turned off for those who prefer manual clutch operation, offering flexibility between modern convenience and traditional riding feel.
No Mechanical Changes
Apart from the addition of E-Clutch, both bikes remain mechanically the same. They continue to be powered by a 649cc, liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine, delivering 93.87 bhp at 12,000 rpm and 63 Nm of torque at 9,500 rpm. This motor is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch.
The chassis and suspension setup remain unchanged as well. Both bikes use a 41mm Showa Separate Function Fork – Big Piston (SFF-BP) at the front and a monoshock at the rear. Braking is handled by dual 310mm discs at the front and a single 240mm disc at the rear. Honda also continues to offer traction control as standard.
Differences Between the Two
While both bikes share the same engine and underpinnings, they differ in terms of design and ergonomics. The CBR650R is a fully-faired sport-tourer with a more aggressive riding position, making it suitable for spirited rides and long tours. On the other hand, the CB650R is a neo-retro styled streetfighter offering a more upright and relaxed stance, ideal for city commutes and occasional weekend rides.
Competition
The Honda CBR650R rivals the Triumph Daytona 660 and Kawasaki Ninja 650 in the middleweight sportbike segment. The CB650R, meanwhile, competes with models like the Triumph Trident 660 and the Kawasaki Z650. However, what sets the Honda twins apart is the inline-four engine and now, the addition of E-Clutch technology — a segment-first feature that makes them more approachable for new big-bike buyers.
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