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E-Clutch / Semi-auto
Honda

CB650R E-Clutch

£8,549 fromNaked6-speed E-Clutchlicence A2
73Power Index
Tier B · #12

A sweet inline-four naked with Honda's E-Clutch: no stalling, no clutch hand needed — but you still shift with your foot, or let the system do it. Clutch lever still there if you want it.

Training wheels you never have to take off.
On the road

A sweet, revvy inline-four that loves to sing near the top end, in a tidy, planted naked chassis. It's characterful in a way that twins and singles simply can't match.

The automatic bit

E-Clutch is the clever middle path: no clutch lever needed and you can't stall, but you still shift with your foot — or switch it off entirely and ride it as a normal manual. Brilliant for learning.

Living with it

A2-restrictable and reasonably priced, with a usable spread of performance. The ride is firm and wind protection minimal, but as a confidence-builder it's very hard to beat.

The verdict

The cleverest 'training wheels you never have to take off'. Ride it like a manual, like an auto, or anywhere between. A brilliant confidence builder that never gets boring.

How it scores
Ease8.0
Comfort6.0
Fun8.0
Tech7.0
Value8.0
Performance6.6

What's good

  • Best-of-both E-Clutch flexibility
  • Characterful inline-four
  • A2-restrictable

Watch out for

  • Firm ride
  • Modest wind protection
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Full specificationPrices checked Jun 2026
Year2026
Transmission6-speed E-Clutch
Engine648cc
Power94 bhp
Torque63 Nm
Top speed130 mph
Economy58 mpg
Fuel tank15.4 L
Seat height810 mm
Kerb weight205 kg
Min. licenceA2
Price from£8,549

Best for

New riders who want to learn gears with a safety net — and keep the bike after.

Owner rating

3.7 / 5
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