Honda CB650R vs Yamaha MT-07

Honda CB650R vs Yamaha MT-07 side by side: power, weight, seat height, tank, range, A2 licence and prices. Model years: since 2019 and since 2021.

Key differences

SpecsHonda CB650RYamaha MT-07
Yearssince 2019since 2021
TypeNakedNaked
LicenceA2 with restriction kitA2 with restriction kit
Engine649 cm³, 4 cyl.689 cm³, 2 cyl.
Power70 kW / 95 hp54 kW / 73 hp
Weight207 kg (with fluids)184 kg (with fluids)
Seat height810 mm805 mm (low seat 780 mm)
ABSABSABS
Drive / gearboxchain, manualchain, manual
Tank15.4 l14 l
Fuel use4.7 l/100 km4.3 l/100 km
Range on one tank280 km280 km
New price (official list, DE)£8,300-
Used price (estimate)£5,400 - £7,900£5,100 - £6,700

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Honda CB650R: Weak points

  • Little wind protection
  • Not great for a passenger

Yamaha MT-07: Weak points

  • Basic, budget suspension
  • Little wind protection

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