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Contents

Motorcycle Safety P. 2

Operation Guide P. 16

Maintenance P. 59

Troubleshooting P. 104

Information P. 125

Specifications P. 148

Index P. 152

31MKNC00 2019 CBR650R/RA MOM 16938 (1811)

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a new When service is required, remember that
Honda motorcycle. Your selection of a your Honda dealer knows your motorcycle
Honda makes you part of a worldwide family best. If you have the required mechanical
of satisfied customers who appreciate “know-how” and tools, you can purchase an
Honda's reputation for building quality into official Honda Service Manual to help you
every product. perform many maintenance and repair tasks.
2 P. 142
To ensure your safety and riding pleasure:
● Read this owner's manual carefully. Read the warranty information thoroughly so
● Follow all recommendations and that you understand the warranty coverage
procedures contained in this manual. and that you are aware of your rights and
● Pay close attention to safety messages responsibilities. 2 P. 143
contained in this manual and on the
motorcycle. You may also want to visit our website at
www.powersports.honda.com.
To protect your investment, we urge you to Canada www.honda.ca.
take responsibility for keeping your Happy riding!
motorcycle well serviced and maintained.
Also, observe the break-in guidelines, and
always perform the pre-ride inspection and
other periodic checks in this manual.
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A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very
3DANGER
important. Operating this motorcycle safely is
an important responsibility. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
To help you make informed decisions about HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
safety, we have provided operating
procedures and other information on safety 3WARNING
labels and in this manual. This information You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
alerts you to potential hazards that could HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to 3CAUTION
warn you about all hazards associated with You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
operating or maintaining a motorcycle. You instructions.
must use your own good judgment.

You will find important safety information in a Other important information is

variety of forms, including: provided under the following titles:
NOTICE Information to help you avoid
● Safety labels on the motorcycle
● Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert damage to your motorcycle,
symbol and one of three signal words: other property, or the
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. environment.
These signal words mean:
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Motorcycle Safety

This section contains important information for safe riding of your motorcycle.
Please read this section carefully.

Safety Guidelines ................................................. P. 3

Safety Labels......................................................... P. 6
Safety Precautions............................................... P. 8
Riding Precautions .............................................. P. 9
Accessories & Modifications........................... P. 14
Loading ................................................................ P. 15
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Safety Guidelines

Safety Guidelines apparel. Instruct your passenger on holding

onto the seat strap or your waist, leaning with

Motorcycle Safety
Follow these guidelines to enhance your safety: you in turns, and keeping their feet on the
● Perform all routine and regular inspections footpegs, even when the motorcycle is stopped.
specified in this manual.
● Stop the engine and keep sparks and flame Take Time to Learn & Practice
away before filling the fuel tank. Even if you have ridden other motorcycles,
● Do not run the engine in enclosed or partly practice riding in a safe area to become familiar
enclosed areas. Carbon monoxide in with how this motorcycle works and handles,
exhaust gases is toxic and can kill you. and to become accustomed to the motorcycle's
size and weight.
Always Wear a Helmet We recommend that all riders take a certified
It's a proven fact: helmets and protective course approved by the Motorcycle Safety
apparel significantly reduce the number and Foundation (MSF). New riders should start with
severity of head and other injuries. So always the basic course, and even experienced riders
wear an approved motorcycle helmet and will find the advanced course beneficial.
protective apparel. 2 P. 8 For information about the MSF training course
nearest you, call the national toll-free number:
Before Riding (800) 446-9227.
Make sure that you are physically fit, mentally USA Other riding tips can be found in the You
focused and free of alcohol and drugs. Check and Your Motorcycle Riding Tips booklet that
that you and your passenger are both wearing came with your motorcycle.
an approved motorcycle helmet and protective
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Safety Guidelines

Ride Defensively changing conditions, and your reaction time

gets worse with every additional drink. Don't
Always pay attention to other vehicles around
Motorcycle Safety

drink and ride, and don't let your friends drink

you, and do not assume that other drivers see
and ride either.
you. Be prepared to stop quickly or perform an
evasive maneuver. Keep Your Honda in Safe Condition
Make Yourself Easy to See It's important to keep your motorcycle properly
maintained and in safe riding condition.
Make yourself more visible, especially at night,
Inspect your motorcycle before every ride and
by wearing bright reflective clothing, positioning
perform all recommended maintenance. Never
yourself so other drivers can see you, signaling
exceed load limits (2 P. 15), and do not modify
before turning or changing lanes, and using
your motorcycle or install accessories that
your horn when necessary.
would make your motorcycle unsafe (2 P. 14).
Ride within Your Limits
If You are Involved in a Crash
Never ride beyond your personal abilities or
Personal safety is your first priority. If you or
faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and
anyone else has been injured, take time to
inattention can impair your ability to use good
assess the severity of the injuries and whether it
judgment and ride safely.
is safe to continue riding. Call for emergency
Don't Drink and Ride assistance if needed. Also follow applicable laws
Alcohol and riding don't mix. Even one alcoholic and regulations if another person or vehicle is
drink can reduce your ability to respond to involved in the crash.

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Safety Guidelines

If you decide to continue riding, first turn the Never run your motorcycle inside a garage or
ignition switch to the OFF position, and evaluate other enclosure.

Motorcycle Safety
the condition of your motorcycle. Inspect for
fluid leaks, check the tightness of critical nuts 3WARNING
and bolts, and check the handlebars, control Running the engine of your motorcycle
levers, brakes, and wheels. Ride slowly and while in an enclosed or even partially
cautiously. enclosed area can cause a rapid build-
Your motorcycle may have suffered damage up of toxic carbon monoxide gas.
that is not immediately apparent. Have your
motorcycle thoroughly checked at a qualified
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas
service facility as soon as possible.
can quickly cause unconsciousness and
Carbon Monoxide Hazard lead to death.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a
colorless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon Only run your motorcycle's engine
monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and when it is located in a well ventilated
may lead to death. area outdoors.

If you run the engine in confined or even partly

enclosed area, the air you breathe could
contain a dangerous amount of carbon
monoxide.

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Safety Labels

Safety Labels hazards that could cause serious injury. Read

these labels carefully and don't remove them.
Motorcycle Safety

Safety and information labels on your If a label comes off or becomes hard to read,
motorcycle provide important safety contact your dealer for a replacement.
information and may warn you of potential

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Safety Labels

Motorcycle Safety
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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions # Helmet

Should be safety-standard certified, high-
Motorcycle Safety

● Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the visibility, and correct size for your head
handlebars and feet on the footpegs. ● Must fit comfortably but securely, with the
● Keep passenger's hands onto the seat strap chin strap fastened.
or your waist, passenger's feet on the ● Face shield with unobstructed field of vision
footpegs while riding. or other approved eye protection
● Always consider the safety of your USA Look for a DOT (Department of
passenger, as well as other drivers and Transportation) certification label on any helmet
riders. you buy.
Protective Apparel 3WARNING
Make sure that you and any passenger are Not wearing a helmet increases the
wearing an approved motorcycle helmet, eye chance of serious injury or death in a
protection, and high-visibility protective crash.
clothing. Ride defensively in response to
weather and road conditions.
Make sure that you and any passenger
always wear an approved helmet and
protective apparel.

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Riding Precautions

# Gloves Riding Precautions

Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion

Motorcycle Safety
resistance Break-in Period
# Boots or Riding Shoes During the first 300 miles (500 km) of running,
Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle follow these guidelines to ensure your
protection motorcycle's future reliability and performance.
● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
# Jacket and Pants acceleration.
Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacket
● Avoid hard braking and rapid down-shifts.
and durable long pants for riding (or a
● Ride conservatively.
protective suit)
Brakes
Observe the following guidelines:
● Avoid excessively hard braking and
downshifting.
u Sudden braking can reduce the
motorcycle's stability.
u Where possible, reduce speed before
turning; otherwise you risk sliding out.

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Riding Precautions

● Exercise caution on low traction surfaces. # Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

u The tires slip more easily on such CBR650RA only
Motorcycle Safety

surfaces and braking distances are This model is equipped with an Anti-lock Brake
longer. System (ABS) designed to help prevent the
● Avoid continuous braking. brakes from locking up during hard braking.
u Repeated braking, such as when ● ABS does not reduce braking distance. In
descending long, steep slopes can certain circumstances, ABS may result in a
seriously overheat the brakes, reducing longer stopping distance.
their effectiveness. Use engine braking ● ABS does not function at speeds below 6
with intermittent use of the brakes to mph (10 km/h).
reduce speed. ● The brake lever and pedal may recoil slightly
● For full braking effectiveness, operate both when applying the brakes. This is normal.
the front and rear brakes together. ● Always use the recommended front/rear
tires and sprockets to ensure correct ABS
operation.

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Riding Precautions

# Engine Braking Parking

Engine braking helps slow your motorcycle ● Park on a firm, level surface.

Motorcycle Safety
down when you release the throttle. For further ● If you must park on a slight incline or loose
slowing action, downshift to a lower gear. Use surface, park so that the motorcycle cannot
engine braking with intermittent use of the move or fall over.
brakes to reduce speed when descending long, ● Make sure that high-temperature parts
steep slopes. cannot come into contact with flammable
# Wet or Rainy Conditions materials.
Road surfaces are slippery when wet, and wet ● Do not touch the engine, muffler, brakes
brakes further reduce braking efficiency. and other high-temperature parts until they
Exercise extra caution when braking in wet cool down.
conditions. ● To reduce the likelihood of theft, always lock
If the brakes get wet, apply the brakes while the handlebars and remove the key when
riding at low speed to help them dry. leaving the motorcycle unattended.
Use of an anti-theft device is also
recommended.

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Riding Precautions

# Parking with the Side Stand Refueling and Fuel Guidelines

1. Stop the engine. Follow these guidelines to protect the engine,
Motorcycle Safety

2. Push the side stand down. fuel system and catalytic converter:
3. Slowly lean the motorcycle to the left until its ● Use only unleaded gasoline.
weight rests on the side stand. ● Use recommended octane number. Using
4. Turn the handlebars fully to the left. lower octane gasoline will result in
u Turning the handlebars to the right decreased engine performance.
reduces stability and may cause the ● Do not use fuels containing a high
motorcycle to fall. concentration of alcohol. 2 P. 141
5. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK ● Do not use stale or contaminated gasoline
position and remove the key. 2 P. 52 or an oil/gasoline mixture.
● Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.

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Riding Precautions

Honda selectable torque control Torque Control may not compensate for rough
CBR650RA only
road conditions or rapid throttle operation.

Motorcycle Safety
Always consider road and weather conditions,
When the Honda selectable torque control
as well as your skills and condition, when
(Torque Control) detects rear wheel spin during
applying throttle.
acceleration, the system will limit the amount of
If your motorcycle gets stuck in mud, snow or
torque applied to the rear wheel.
sand, it may be easier to free it by turning off
the Torque Control temporarily.
Torque Control does not work during
Temporarily turning off Torque Control also
deceleration and will not prevent the rear wheel
may help you maintain control and balance
from skidding due to engine braking. Do not
when riding on off-road terrain.
close the throttle suddenly, especially when
riding on slippery surfaces.
Always use the recommended tires and
sprockets to ensure correct Torque Control
operation.

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Accessories & Modifications

Accessories & 3WARNING

Modifications
Motorcycle Safety

Improper accessories or modifications

We strongly advise that you do not add any can cause a crash in which you can be
accessories that were not specifically designed seriously hurt or killed.
or approved for your motorcycle by Honda or
make modifications to your motorcycle from its Follow all instructions in this owner's
original design. Doing so can make it unsafe. manual regarding accessories and
Modifying your motorcycle may also void your modifications.
warranty and make your motorcycle illegal to
operate on public roads. Before deciding to Do not pull a trailer with, or attach a sidecar to,
install accessories on your motorcycle be certain your motorcycle. Your motorcycle was not
the modification is safe and legal. designed for these attachments, and their use
can seriously impair your motorcycle's handling.

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Loading

Loading 3WARNING

Motorcycle Safety
● Carrying extra weight affects your Overloading or improper loading can
motorcycle's handling, braking and stability.
cause a crash and you can be seriously
Always ride at a safe speed for the load you
hurt or killed.
are carrying.
● Avoid carrying an excessive load and keep
within specified load limits. Follow all load limits and other loading
Maximum weight capacity 2 P. 148 guidelines in this manual.
● Tie all luggage securely, evenly balanced
and close to the center of the motorcycle.
● Do not place objects near the lights or the
muffler.

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Parts Location
Battery (P.80)
Fuse boxes (P.123)
Main fuse (P.124)
Operation Guide

Front brake fluid reservoir

(P.89)
Front brake lever (P.102)
Throttle grip (P.100)
Rear brake fluid reservoir
(P.89)

Engine oil fill cap/dipstick

(P.83)

Coolant reserve tank

(P.87)

Rear brake pedal

Brake light switch (P.91)

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Clutch lever (P.97)

Fuel fill cap (P.56)

Operation Guide
Front seat (P.81)
Tool kit (P.57)
Rear seat (P.82)

Document bag (P.58)

Rear suspension spring

preload adjuster (P.103)

Shift lever (P.55)

Drive chain (P.93)

Engine oil drain bolt (P.85)
Engine oil filter (P.85)
Side stand (P.92)

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Instruments
Operation Guide

SEL button SET button

Display Check
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, initial animation will show. If any
part of these displays does not come on when it should, have your dealer check for
problems.

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Tachometer red zone Clock (12-hour or 24-hour display)

(excessive engine rpm range) To set the clock: (P.31)

Operation Guide
Speedometer

Section B display (P.25)

Section A display (P.21)

Tachometer
NOTICE
Do not operate the engine in the tachometer red zone.
Excessive engine speed can adversely affect engine life.

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Instruments (Continued)
Coolant temperature gauge
When the coolant is over specified temperature, the
segment H flashes.
Operation Guide

If the segment H flashes while riding: (P.106)

If the coolant temperature gauge indicator
flashes: (P.111)

Gear position indicator

The gear position is shown in the Fuel gauge
gear position indicator. Remaining fuel when only 1st (E)
u “-” appears when the transmission
segment starts flashing:
is not shifted properly.
approximately 0.85 US gal (3.2 L)

If the fuel gauge indicator

flashes in a repeat pattern
or turns off: (P.110)

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# Section A display #Changing the section A display

You can select the following: With the SEL button, you can switch the
● Current fuel mileage section A display between the current fuel

Operation Guide
● Average fuel mileage [AVG] mileage, average fuel mileage, fuel
● Fuel consumption consumption, average speed, elapsed time,
● Average speed [AVG] and reserve fuel consumption.
● Elapsed time [TIME]
● Reserve fuel consumption [RES]

Current fuel Average fuel Fuel

mileage mileage consumption

Reserve fuel Elapsed Average

consumption time speed
When the 1st (E) segment of
the fuel gauge starts flashing
When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing, the current fuel mileage, average fuel
mileage, fuel consumption, average speed or elapsed time switches to the reserve fuel consumption.
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Instruments (Continued)
# Current fuel mileage # Average fuel mileage [AVG]
Displays the current instant fuel mileage. Displays the average fuel mileage since the
selected tripmeter was reset.
The average fuel mileage will be calculated
Operation Guide

Display range: 0.0 to 300.0 mile/gal (L/100

km or km/L) based on value displayed on the tripmeter (A
or B) selected.
• More than 300.0 mile/gal (L/100 km or
Also, the average fuel mileage for tripmeter
km/L): “300.0” is displayed.
A will be displayed when the odometer,
• When your speed is less than 4 mph (6 tripmeter A, numerical tachometer and
km/h): “---.-” is displayed. reserve tripmeter are selected.
Display range: 0.0 to 300.0 mile/gal (L/100
When “---.-” is displayed except for the km or km/L)
above-mentioned cases, go to your dealer • More than 300.0 mile/gal (L/100 km or
for service. km/L): “300.0” is displayed.
• When the tripmeter A or B is reset: “---.-”
is displayed.

When “---.-” is displayed except for the

above-mentioned cases, go to your dealer
for service.
To reset the average fuel mileage:
(P.27)

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# Fuel consumption # Average speed [AVG]

Displays the fuel consumption since the Displays the average speed since the selected
selected tripmeter was reset. tripmeter was reset.

Operation Guide
The fuel consumption will be calculated The average speed will be calculated based on
based on value displayed on the tripmeter (A value displayed on the tripmeter (A or B)
or B) selected. selected.
Also, the fuel consumption for tripmeter A Also, the average speed for tripmeter A will be
will be displayed when the odometer, displayed when the odometer, tripmeter A,
tripmeter A, numerical tachometer and numerical tachometer and reserve tripmeter are
reserve tripmeter are selected. selected.
Display range: 0.0 to 300.0 gal (gallon) or 0.0 Display range: 0 to 185 mile/h (0 to 299
to 300.0 L (liters) km/h)
• More than 300.0 gal (gallon) or 300.0 L • Initial display: “---” is displayed.
(liters): “300.0” is displayed. • When your motorcycle has traveled less
than 0.12 mile (0.2 km) since the engine
When “---.-” is displayed, go to your dealer was started: “---” is displayed.
for service. • When your motorcycle operating time is
To reset the fuel consumption: (P.27) less than 30 seconds since the engine was
started: “---” is displayed.

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Instruments (Continued)
When “---” is displayed except for the above- # Reserve fuel consumption [RES]
mentioned cases, go to your dealer for service. Displays the fuel consumption since the 1st
To reset the average speed: (P.27) (E) segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing.
Operation Guide

When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge

starts flashing, the current fuel mileage,
# Elapsed time [TIME] average fuel mileage, fuel consumption,
Displays the operating time since the
selected tripmeter was reset. average speed or elapsed time switches to
The elapsed time will be calculated based on the reserve fuel consumption. You should
value displayed on the tripmeter (A or B) refill the tank as soon as possible.
● Flashes from “0.0” gal or L.
selected.
Also, the elapsed time for tripmeter A will be u When the amount of consumed fuel is
more than 0.42 US gal (1.6 L, 0.35 Imp
displayed when the odometer, tripmeter A,
gal), the “RES” mark on the display blinks
numerical tachometer and reserve tripmeter
faster.
are selected.
After refueling more than the reserve
Display range: 0:00 to 99:59 (hours:minutes)
amount, the display returns to normal.
● The elapsed time return to 0:00 when the
readout exceeds 99:59.
To reset the elapsed time: (P.27)

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#Section B display # Changing the section B display

You can select the following: With the SET button, you can switch the
● Odometer [TOTAL] section B display between the odometer,

Operation Guide
● Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] tripmeter A, tripmeter B, numerical
● Numerical tachometer tachometer, and reserve tripmeter.
● Reserve tripmeter [RES]

Odometer Tripmeter A

Reserve Numerical Tripmeter B

tripmeter tachometer
When the 1st (E) segment of
the fuel gauge starts flashing

When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing, the odometer, tripmeters or numerical
tachometer switches to the reserve tripmeter.
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Instruments (Continued)
# Odometer [TOTAL] # Reserve tripmeter [RES]
Total distance ridden. Distance ridden since the 1st (E) segment of
When “------” is displayed, go to your dealer the fuel gauge starts flashing.
Operation Guide

for service. When the 1st (E) segment of the fuel gauge
starts flashing, the odometer, tripmeters or
numerical tachometer switches to the reserve
# Tripmeter [TRIP A/B] tripmeter. You should refill the tank as soon
Distance ridden since tripmeter was reset.
as possible.
When “-----.-” is displayed, go to your dealer
for service.
When “----.-” is displayed, go to your dealer
To reset the tripmeter: (P.27)
for service.
After refueling more than the reserve
# Numerical tachometer amount, the display returns to normal.
Displays the engine revolutions per minutes
digit.
Display range: 0 to 15,000 r/min
● More than 15,000 r/min: “15,000” is
displayed.

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# To reset the tripmeter [TRIP A/B], When they are reset, reset display appears at
average fuel mileage [AVG], fuel each indication. Then, the display returns to
consumption, average speed [AVG] the last selected indication.

Operation Guide
and elapsed time Also, the tripmeter A, average fuel mileage,
To reset the tripmeter A, average fuel mileage fuel consumption, average speed and
A, fuel consumption A, average speed A and elapsed time will be automatically reset by
and elapsed time A (these are based on refueling more than the reserve amount and
tripmeter A) together, press and hold the SET riding your motorcycle for 0.06 mile (0.1 km).
button while tripmeter A is displayed. You can activate or deactivate the automatic
Average fuel mileage A reset mode by refueling. (P.33)
Tripmeter A

Fuel consumption A

Average speed A

Elapsed time A

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Instruments (Continued)
To reset the tripmeter B, average fuel When they are reset, reset display appears at
mileage B, fuel consumption B, average each indication. Then, the display returns to
speed B and and elapsed time B (these are the last selected indication.
Operation Guide

based on tripmeter B) together, press and

hold the SET button while tripmeter B is
displayed.
Average fuel mileage B
Tripmeter B

Fuel consumption B

Average speed B

Elapsed time B

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Display Setting Setting Mode B

Setting Mode A Following items can be changed sequentially.
Following items can be changed sequentially. (P.35)

Operation Guide
(P.30) • Setting of REV indicator
• Time format setting - RPM setting
• Clock setting - Interval RPM setting
• Backlight brightness adjustment - Brightness adjustment
• Activating/deactivating of tripmeter A, • Changing of tachometer display mode
average fuel mileage, fuel consumption,
average speed and elapsed time
automatic reset mode
• Changing the speed and mileage unit
• Changing the fuel mileage meter unit
(only when km unit system is selected)

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Instruments (Continued)
Setting Mode A Ordinary display
If the buttons are not pressed for about 30
seconds, the control is automatically switched Setting Mode A
Operation Guide

from the setting mode to the ordinary Time format setting

display.
Clock setting
If the buttons are not pressed for about 30
Backlight brightness adjustment
seconds, items in the process of being set will
be discarded and only items that were set
Activating/deactivating of tripmeter A,
and finalized will be applied. Only if the average fuel mileage, fuel
ignition switch is turned to the OFF position, consumption, average speed and
items in the process of being set and those elapsed time automatic reset mode
that are finalized will be applied.

Press and hold SEL and SET buttons Changing of speed and mileage unit

Press the SET button

Changing of fuel mileage meter unit
(only when km unit system is selected)

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1 Time format setting: 2 Clock setting:

You can switch the time format between 12 a Press SEL button until the desired hour is
hour format or 24 hour format. displayed.
u Press and hold SEL button to advance

Operation Guide
a Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
b Press and hold SEL and SET buttons until the hour quickly.
the current time format start flashing.

b Press SET button. The minute digits start

c Press SEL button to select “12hr” or “24hr”. flashing.

d Press SET button. The time format is set,

and then the display moves to the clock
setting.

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Instruments (Continued)
c Press SEL button until the desired minute is 3 Backlight brightness adjustment:
displayed. You can adjust the brightness to one of five
u Press and hold SEL button to advance levels.
the minute quickly.
Operation Guide

a Press SEL button. The brightness level is

switched.
u You can adjust the brightness level from
five levels.
d Press SET button. The clock is set, and then
the display moves to the backlight
brightness adjustment.

b Press SET button. The backlight is set, and

then the display moves to the activating/
deactivating of tripmeter A, average fuel
mileage, fuel consumption, average speed
and elapsed time automatic reset mode.

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4 Activating/deactivating of tripmeter 5 Changing of speed and mileage unit:

A, average fuel mileage, fuel a Press the SEL button to select either “mph”
consumption, average speed and and “mile” or “km/h” and “km” .

Operation Guide
elapsed time automatic reset mode:
You can activate or deactivate the automatic
reset mode by refueling after the 1st (E)
segment of the fuel gauge starts flashing.
Initial setting is activation.
a Press SEL button to select “ ” (activate) or
“ ” (deactivate) in the automatic reset b When the “km/h” for speed and “km” for
mileage are selected
mode. Press the SET button. The speed and
mileage unit is set, and then the display
moves to the changing of fuel mileage
meter unit.
b Press SET button. The activation/
When the “mph” for speed and “mile” for
deactivation of automatic reset mode is set, mileage are selected
and then the display moves to the changing Press SET button. The speed and mileage
of speed and mileage unit. unit is set, and then the display moves to
the ordinary display.

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Instruments (Continued)
6 Changing the fuel mileage meter unit:
a Press SEL button to select “L/100km” or
“km/L”.
Operation Guide

b Press SET button. The fuel mileage meter

unit is set, and then the display moves to the
ordinary display.

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Setting Mode B Ordinary display

If the buttons are not pressed for about 30
seconds, the control is automatically switched Setting Mode B

Operation Guide
from the setting mode to the ordinary Setting of REV indicator
display. RPM setting

If the buttons are not pressed for about 30

Interval RPM setting
seconds, items in the process of being set will
be discarded and only items that were set
Brightness adjustment
and finalized will be applied. Only if the
ignition switch is turned to the OFF position,
items in the process of being set and those
that are finalized will be applied. Changing of tachometer display mode

Press and hold the SEL button and ignition

switch to the ON position until the initial
animation ends
Press the SET button

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Instruments (Continued)
1 Setting of REV indicator: a To change the setting mode B, turn the
You can change the setting of the REV ignition switch to the ON position while
indicator. pressing SEL button until the initial
animation ends. The display moves to the
Operation Guide

REV indicator blinks during setting.

setting of "REV indicator blinking fastest
Tachometer REV indicator
RPM". At the same time, the numerical
tachometer and the blinking bar segments
show the current settings of the "REV
indicator blinking fastest RPM".
u Tachometer bar blinks only while setting
of REV indicator.

Numerical
SET button tachometer
SEL button

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b Each time SEL button is pressed, the "REV Tachometer Numerical

indicator blinking fastest RPM" setting value tachometer
will be increased by one segment (250 r/min
(rpm)). When the "REV indicator blinking

Operation Guide
fastest RPM" setting value exceeds 12,500
r/min (rpm), the "REV indicator blinking
fastest RPM" setting value automatically
returns to 5,000 r/min (rpm).
u Press and hold SEL button to advance
the "REV indicator blinking fastest RPM"
setting value quickly.

Available Setting Range

5,000 r/min (rpm) to 12,500 r/min (rpm)

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Instruments (Continued)
c Press SET button. The "REV indicator d Each time SEL button is pressed, the
blinking fastest RPM" is set, and then the numbers of the "REV indicator blinking
display moves to the setting of "REV interval RPM" advances as following: 250
indicator blinking interval RPM". At the same r/min (rpm), 500 r/min (rpm), 750 r/min
Operation Guide

time, the numerical tachometer shows the (rpm), 1,000 r/min (rpm) and 0 r/min (rpm).
current "REV indicator blinking interval RPM" Tachometer
and the blinking bar segment show the
current settings of the "REV indicator
blinking fastest RPM".

Numerical tachometer

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Example: REV indicator blinking fastest e Press SET button. The "REV indicator
RPM: 12,500 r/min (rpm) blinking interval RPM" is set, and then the
REV indicator blinking interval display moves to the brightness adjustment
of the REV indicator.

Operation Guide
RPM: 250 r/min (rpm)
The REV indicator switches from blinking
REV indicator r/min (rpm)
to lighting.
Blinking 12,000 r/min (rpm)
Blinking fast 12,250 r/min (rpm)
Blinking fastest 12,500 r/min (rpm)
If the "REV indicator blinking interval RPM" is
0, the REV indicator blinks when reaching the
"REV indicator blinking fastest RPM" setting
value.

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Instruments (Continued)
f Press SEL button. The brightness level is 2 Changing of tachometer display
switched. mode:
u You can adjust the brightness level from You can change the display mode of the
five levels.
Operation Guide

tachometer.
a Press SEL button to switch the display
mode of tachometer.
b Press SET button. The currently selected
display mode is set, and then the display
g Press SET button. The brightness of the REV moves to the ordinary display.
indicator is set, and then the display moves
to the display setting of the tachometer.

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Conventional display Conventional Peak hold

Shows the engine RPM on the tachometer display display
bar segment.

Operation Guide
Peak hold display
Shows the engine RPM on the tachometer
bar segment and peak hold segment.

Tachometer Peak hold

bar segment segment

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Instruments (Continued)
The peak hold segment keeps to show the
maximum engine RPM temporarily.
Example: Engine revolutions per minutes
Operation Guide

10,000 r/min (rpm)

Conventional Peak hold
display display

Tachometer Peak hold

bar segment segment

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Operation Guide
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Indicators
If one of these indicators does not come on when it
should, have your dealer check for problems.
Operation Guide

Left turn signal indicator Right turn signal indicator

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Torque Control indicator CBR650RA only

● Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Goes off when your

Operation Guide
speed reaches approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) to indicate Torque Control is ready to
work.
● Blinks when Torque Control is operating.
If it comes on while riding: (P.109)

Torque Control OFF Indicator CBR650RA only

● Comes on when the Torque Control is turned Off.

High beam indicator

Neutral indicator
Comes on when the transmission is in Neutral.

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Indicators (Continued)

REV indicator (P.48)

Operation Guide

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Low oil pressure indicator

● Comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
● Goes off when the engine starts.

Operation Guide
If it comes on while engine is running: (P.107)

PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection) malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the
engine stop switch in the (Run) position.
If it comes on while engine is running: (P.107)

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) indicator CBR650RA only

● Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
● Goes off when your speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
If it comes on while riding: (P.108)

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Indicators (Continued)
REV Indicator
• Comes on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Initial setting
Operation Guide

REV indicator blinking fastest RPM: 12,500 r/min (rpm)

REV indicator blinking interval RPM: 250 r/min (rpm)
REV indicator r/min (rpm)
Blinking 12,000 r/min (rpm)
Blinking fast 12,250 r/min (rpm)
Blinking fastest 12,500 r/min (rpm)
To set the shift up rev setting: (P.36)
To set the shift width setting: (P.38)

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Operation Guide
BLANK PAGE

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Switches
Engine stop switch
Should normally remain in the
(Run) position.
Operation Guide

u In an emergency, switch to the

(Stop) position (the starter
motor will not operate) to stop
the engine.
Start button
Hazard switch
Horn button
Switchable when the ignition
Turn signal switch switch is in the ON position.
u Pressing the switch turns the
turn signal off.
Headlight dimmer/Passing light control switch
Torque Control switch • : High beam
CBR650RA only
• : Low beam
Torque Control on/off. (P.53)
• : Flashes the high beam headlight.

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Ignition switch ON
Switches the electrical system on/off, locks Turns electrical system
the steering. on for starting/riding.
OFF

Operation Guide
u Key can be removed when in the OFF or
LOCK position. Turns engine off.

LOCK
Lock steering.

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Switches (Continued)
Steering Lock
Lock the steering when parking to help Ignition key
prevent theft.
Operation Guide

A U-shaped wheel lock or similar device is

also recommended.

# Locking
a Turn the handlebars all the way to the left. Push Turn
b Push the key down, and turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position.
u Jiggle the handlebars if the lock is
difficult to engage.
c Remove the key.

# Unlocking
Insert the key, push it in, and turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position.

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Honda selectable torque control

CBR650RA only Torque Control on and off
Torque Control (engine power control) can Torque Control can be turned on and off by
be turned on/off. pressing and holding the Torque Control

Operation Guide
u Do not operate the Torque Control switch switch.
while riding.
Stop the motorcycle first and turn the Torque Control
Torque Control off or on. switch
u The Torque Control cannot be turned off
when the system is activated (Torque
Control indicator flashing).
u Each time the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position, the Torque Control will
automatically be set to on.

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Starting the Engine

Start your engine using the following a Make sure the engine stop switch is in the
procedure, regardless of whether the engine (Run) position.
is cold or warm. b Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
c Shift the transmission to Neutral ( N
Operation Guide

indicator comes on). Alternatively, pull in the

clutch lever to start your motorcycle with the
transmission in gear so long as the side
stand is raised.
d Press the start button with the throttle
completely closed.

If the engine does not start:

a Open the throttle fully and press the start
NOTICE button for 5 seconds.
• If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, turn the b Repeat the normal starting procedure.
ignition switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds c If the engine starts, open the throttle slightly
before trying to start the engine again to recover
if idling is unstable.
battery voltage.
• Extended fast idling and revving the engine can d If the engine does not start, wait 10 seconds
damage the engine, and the exhaust system. before trying steps a & b again.
• Snapping the throttle or fast idling for more than about
5 minutes may cause exhaust pipe discoloration. # If Engine Will Not Start (P.105)
• The engine will not start if the throttle is fully open.
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Shifting Gears
Your motorcycle transmission has 6 forward # Recommended Shift Points
gears in a one-down, five-up shift pattern. Shifting Up
6 From 1st to 2nd 12 mph (20 km/h)

Operation Guide
5
4 From 2nd to 3rd 19 mph (30 km/h)
3 From 3rd to 4th 25 mph (40 km/h)
2 From 4th to 5th 31 mph (50 km/h)
From 5th to 6th 37 mph (60 km/h)
Shifting Down
From 6th to 5th 28 mph (45 km/h)
N
From 5th to 4th 22 mph (35 km/h)
From 4th to 3rd 16 mph (25 km/h)
1
NOTICE
Improper shifting can damage the engine,
If you put the motorcycle in gear with the transmission, and drive train. Also, coasting or
side stand down, the engine will shut off. towing the motorcycle for long distances with
the engine off can damage the transmission.

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Refueling
Opening the Fuel Fill Cap
Fuel filler opening
Ignition key Open the lock cover, insert the ignition key,
and turn it clockwise to open the fuel fill cap.
Operation Guide

Closing the Fuel Fill Cap

a After refueling, push the fuel fill cap closed
until it locks.
b Remove the ignition key and close the lock
Lock cover cover.
Level plate u The ignition key cannot be removed if
Fuel fill cap
the cap is not locked.
Do not fill with fuel above the level plate.
Fuel type: Unleaded gasoline only 3WARNING
Recommended fuel octane number: Gasoline is highly flammable and
Pump Octane Number (PON) 86 or higher. explosive. You can be burned or
Tank capacity: 4.07 US gal (15.4 L) seriously injured when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine, and keep heat,

# Refueling and Fuel Guidelines (P.12) sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
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Storage Equipment
# Helmet Holder and Tool Kit u Use the helmet holder only when parked.
The helmet holder, the tool kit and helmet
set wire (in the tool kit) are located under the # Removing the Rear Seat (P.82)

Operation Guide
rear seat. 3WARNING
Helmet set wire Riding with a helmet attached to the
holder can interfere with your ability to
Tool kit safely operate the motorcycle and
could lead to a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.

Use the helmet holder only while

parked. Do not ride with a helmet
Rubber strap secured by the holder.

Helmet set wire Helmet set wire

Helmet holder Helmet D-ring

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Storage Equipment (Continued)

# Document Bag and Luggage Tie-down Hooks
The document bag and luggage tie-down hooks are located on the underside of the rear seat.
Luggage tie-down hooks Luggage tie-down hooks
Operation Guide

Document bag

Never use the tie-down hooks to tow or lift the motorcycle.

# Removing the Rear Seat (P.82)

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Maintenance

Please read “Importance of Maintenance” and “Maintenance Fundamentals” carefully

before attempting any maintenance. Refer to “Specifications” for service data.
An optional larger tool kit may be available.
Check with your Honda dealer's parts department.

Importance of Maintenance ........................... P. 60 Throttle .............................................................. P. 100

Maintenance Schedule..................................... P. 62 Other Adjustments.......................................... P. 101
Maintenance Record......................................... P. 65 Adjusting the Headlight Aim.......................... P. 101
Maintenance Fundamentals ........................... P. 66 Adjusting the Brake Lever ............................... P. 102
Removing & Installing Body Components.. P. 80 Adjusting the Rear Suspension...................... P. 103
Battery .................................................................... P. 80
Front Seat .............................................................. P. 81
Rear Seat ............................................................... P. 82
Engine Oil ............................................................ P. 83
Coolant................................................................. P. 87
Brakes................................................................... P. 89
Side Stand ........................................................... P. 92
Drive Chain.......................................................... P. 93
Clutch ................................................................... P. 97
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Importance of Maintenance

Importance of Maintenance For information about the exhaust emission and

noise emission requirements of the U.S.
Keeping your motorcycle well-maintained is
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the
absolutely essential to your safety and to
California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the
protect your investment, obtain maximum
Environment and Climate Change Canada
performance, avoid breakdowns, and reduce air
(ECCC). 2 P. 136
Maintenance

pollution. Maintenance is the owner's USA

responsibility. Be sure to inspect your
Maintenance, replacement or repair of the
motorcycle before each ride, and perform the
emission control devices and systems may
periodic checks specified in the Maintenance
be performed by any motorcycle repair
Schedule. 2 P. 62
establishment or individual using parts
3WARNING that are “certified” to EPA standards.
Improperly maintaining your
motorcycle or failing to correct a
problem before you ride can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.

Always follow the inspection and

maintenance recommendations and
schedules in this owner's manual.

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Importance of Maintenance

Maintenance Safety Follow these guidelines when performing

maintenance.
Always read the maintenance instructions
● Stop the engine and remove the key.
before you begin each task, and make sure that
● Place your motorcycle on a firm, level
you have the tools, parts, and skills required.
surface using the side stand or a
We cannot warn you of every conceivable
maintenance stand to provide support.

Maintenance
hazard that can arise in performing
● Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or
high-temperature parts to cool before
not you should perform a given task.
servicing as you can get burned.
● Run the engine only when instructed, and
do so in a well-ventilated area.

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Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule specifies the Make sure whoever performs the scheduled
maintenance requirements necessary to maintenance completes the maintenance
ensure safe, dependable performance, and record. Retain all service documents. If you sell
proper emission control. your motorcycle, these service documents
should be transferred with the motorcycle to
the new owner.
Maintenance

Maintenance work should be performed in

accordance with Honda's standards and
specifications by properly trained and equipped
technicians. Your dealer meets all of these
requirements. All scheduled maintenance is
considered a normal owner operating cost and
will be charged to you by your dealer. Keeping
an accurate maintenance record will help
ensure your motorcycle is properly maintained.
2 P. 65

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Maintenance Schedule

Frequency *1
Items × 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24 Regular Refer to
× 1,000 km 1.0 6.4 12.8 19.2 25.6 32.0 38.4 Replace page
Fuel Line –
Throttle Operation 100
Air Cleaner *2 79

Maintenance
Every 16,000 mi (25,600 km) : ,
Emission-Related Items

Spark Plug –
Every 32,000 mi (51,200 km) :
Valve Clearance –
Engine Oil 1 Year 85
Engine Oil Filter 85
Engine Idle Speed –
Radiator Coolant *4 3 Years 87
Cooling System –
Secondary Air Supply System –
Evaporative Emission Control System *3 –

Maintenance Level Maintenance Legend

: Intermediate. We recommend service by your dealer, unless : Inspect (clean, adjust, lubricate, or replace, if necessary)
you have the necessary tools and are mechanically skilled. : Lubricate
Procedures are provided in an official Honda Service Manual : Replace
(2 P. 142).
: Technical. In the interest of safety, have your
motorcycle serviced by your dealer.

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Maintenance Schedule

Frequency *1
Items × 1,000 mi 0.6 4 8 12 16 20 24 Regular Refer to
× 1,000 km 1.0 6.4 12.8 19.2 25.6 32.0 38.4 Replace page
Drive Chain Every 600 mi (1,000 km): 93
Brake Fluid *4 2 Years 89
Non-Emission-Related Items

Brake Pads Wear 90

Maintenance

Brake System 66
Brake Light Switch 91
Headlight Aim 101
Clutch System 97
Side Stand 92
Suspension 103
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners –
Wheels/Tires 75
Steering Head Bearings –

Notes:
*1 : At higher odometer reading, repeat at the frequency interval established here.
*2 : Service more frequently when riding in unusually wet or dusty areas.
*3 : 50 STATE (meets California).
*4 : Replacement requires mechanical skill.

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Maintenance Record
Distance Odometer Date Performed By: Notes
600 miles (1,000 km)
4,000 miles (6,400 km)
8,000 miles (12,800 km)
12,000 miles (19,200 km)

Maintenance
16,000 miles (25,600 km)
20,000 miles (32,000 km)
24,000 miles (38,400 km)
28,000 miles (44,800 km)
32,000 miles (51,200 km)
36,000 miles (57,600 km)
40,000 miles (64,000 km)
44,000 miles (70,400 km)
48,000 miles (76,800 km)
52,000 miles (83,200 km)
56,000 miles (89,600 km)
60,000 miles (96,000 km)
64,000 miles (102,400 km)
68,000 miles (108,800 km)

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Pre-ride Inspection Check the following items after you get on your
motorcycle:
To ensure safety, it is your responsibility to
● Throttle action moves smoothly without
perform a pre-ride inspection and make sure
binding. 2 P. 100
that any problem you find is corrected. A pre-
● Brake lever and pedal operate normally.
ride inspection is a must, not only for safety, but
● Check the fuel level and refuel when
Maintenance

because having a breakdown, or even a flat tire,

needed. 2 P. 12, 2 P. 56
can be a major inconvenience.
● Engine stop switch functions properly.
2 P. 50
Check the following items before you get on
Check the following items at regular intervals:
your motorcycle:
● Oil level is between the upper and lower
● Tire tread wear and air pressures are within
level marks. 2 P. 83
limits. 2 P. 75
● Brake fluid level is
● Lights, horn, and turn signals operate
Front: above the LOWER level mark. 2 P. 89
normally.
Rear: between the UPPER and LOWER level
● Check the condition of the drive chain.
marks. 2 P. 89
Adjust slack and lubricate as needed. 2 P. 73
● Engine coolant level is between the UPPER
Check the following items if you are carrying a
and LOWER level marks. 2 P. 87
passenger or cargo:
● Side stand functions properly. 2 P. 92
● Combined weight is within load limits.
2 P. 148
● Cargo is secured properly.
● Suspension is adjusted to suit load. 2 P. 103

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Periodic Checks Also, check the odometer reading against the

Maintenance Schedule and perform all
You should also perform other periodic
maintenance that is due. 2 P. 62
maintenance checks at least once a month
regardless of how often you ride, or more often
if you ride frequently.

Maintenance
Check the air pressure (2 P. 75), examine tread for wear and damage
Tires and wheels
(2 P. 75), and check the wheels for damage.
Check the engine oil level (2 P. 83), engine coolant level (2 P. 87),
Fluid levels
and brake fluid level (2 P. 89).
Check that the headlights, position lights, brake light, taillight, turn
Lights
signals and license plate light are working properly.
Check the freeplay of the clutch lever (2 P. 97) and throttle grip
Controls (2 P. 100). Check the front brake lever (2 P. 102) and rear brake pedal
operate properly.
Check the slack (2 P. 93), adjust the slack (2 P. 94), and lubricate
Drive chain
(2 P. 74) as needed.
Fuses Check that you have a full supply of spare fuses.
Nuts & bolts Check the major nuts and bolts, and tighten as needed.
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Maintenance Fundamentals

Replacing Parts
Color label
Always use Honda Genuine Parts or their
equivalents to ensure reliability and safety.

When ordering colored components, specify

Maintenance

the model name, color, and code mentioned on

the color label.
The color label is attached to the left side of the
frame. To check the color label, remove the rear
seat. 2 P. 82
3WARNING
Installing non-Honda parts may make
your motorcycle unsafe and cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.

Always use Honda Genuine Parts or

equivalents that have been designed
and approved for your motorcycle.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Battery ● Electrolyte splashes onto your skin:

u Remove affected clothing and wash your skin
Your motorcycle has a maintenance-free type
thoroughly using water.
battery. You do not have to check the battery
● Electrolyte splashes into your mouth:
electrolyte level or add distilled water. Clean the
u Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, and do not
battery terminals if they become dirty or
swallow.

Maintenance
corroded.
Do not remove the battery cap seals. There is 3WARNING
no need to remove the cap when charging.
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas
NOTICE during normal operation.
An improperly disposed of battery can be
harmful to the environment and human health.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode
Always confirm local regulations for proper
battery disposal instruction. with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.

# What to do in an emergency Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or

If any of the following occur, immediately see your doctor. have a skilled mechanic do the battery servicing.
● Electrolyte splashes into your eyes:
u Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water for at WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
least 15 minutes. Using water under pressure can related accessories contain lead and lead
damage your eyes. compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

# Cleaning the Battery Terminals The battery has a limited life span. Consult your
1. Remove the battery. 2 P. 80 dealer about when you should replace the
2. If the terminals are starting to corrode and battery. Always replace the battery with another
are coated with a white substance, wash maintenance-free battery of the same type.
with warm water and wipe clean.
3. If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean # Charging
Maintenance

and polish the terminals with a wire brush or If you use electrical accessories that drain the
sandpaper. Wear safety glasses. battery or you do not ride frequently, we
recommend that you charge the battery every
30 days using a charger designed specifically for
your Honda, which can be purchased from your
dealer. Read the information that came with
your battery charger and follow the instructions
on the battery. Avoid using an automobile-type
battery charger, as these can overheat a
motorcycle battery and cause permanent
4. After cleaning, reinstall the battery. damage.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position before charging the battery.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

NOTICE # Inspecting and Replacing Fuses

Improper charging can damage the battery. If Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to
you can’t charge the battery or it appears unable remove and inspect fuses. If a fuse is blown,
to hold a charge, contact your dealer. replace with a fuse of the same rating. For fuse
ratings, see “Specifications.” 2 P. 150
NOTICE

Maintenance
Blown fuse
Jump starting using an automobile battery can
damage your motorcycle's electrical system and
is not recommended. Bump starting is also not
recommended.

NOTICE
Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can NOTICE
overload the electrical system, discharging the Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher
battery and possibly damaging the system. rating greatly increases the chance of damage to
the electrical system.
Fuses
If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an
Fuses protect the electrical circuits on your
electrical fault. Have your motorcycle inspected
motorcycle. If something electrical on your
by your dealer.
motorcycle stops working, check for and
replace any blown fuses. 2 P. 123

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Engine Oil
Oil code
Engine oil consumption varies and oil quality
deteriorates according to riding conditions and Oil classification
time elapsed.
Check the engine oil level regularly, and add the
Maintenance

recommended engine oil if necessary. Dirty oil or

*2.
The SAE standard grades oils by their viscosity.
old oil should be changed as soon as possible.
*3.
The API classification specifies the quality and
performance rating of engine oils. Use SG or
higher oils, excluding oils marked as “Energy
# Selecting the Engine Oil
For recommended engine oil, see Conserving” or “Resource Conserving” on the
“Specifications.” 2 P. 149 circular API service symbol.

If you use non-Honda engine oil, check the

label to make sure that the oil satisfies all of the
following standards:
● JASO T 903 standard*1: MA
● SAE standard*2: 10W-30
● API classification*3: SG or higher Not recommended Recommended
*1.
The JASO T 903 standard is an index for engine
oils for 4-stroke motorcycle engines. There are
two classes: MA and MB. For example, the
following label shows the MA classification.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Brake Fluid frequently if you often ride on bad roads, ride at

high speed, or ride with repeated fast
Do not add or replace brake fluid, except in an
acceleration. 2 P. 93
emergency. Use only fresh brake fluid from a
If the chain does not move smoothly, makes
sealed container. If you do add fluid, have the
strange noises, has damaged rollers, has loose
brake system serviced by your dealer as soon as
pins, has missing O-rings, or kinks, have the

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possible.
chain inspected by your dealer.
NOTICE
Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted Also inspect the drive sprocket and driven
surfaces. sprocket. If either has worn or damaged teeth,
Wipe up spills immediately and wash thoroughly. have the sprocket replaced by your dealer.

Recommended brake fluid:

Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid or equivalent

3WARNING Normal Worn Damaged

Clean filler cap before removing. Use only (GOOD) (REPLACE) (REPLACE)
DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container.
NOTICE
Drive Chain
Use of a new chain with worn sprockets will cause
The drive chain must be inspected and rapid chain wear.
lubricated regularly. Inspect the chain more
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Maintenance Fundamentals

# Cleaning and Lubricating cleaner or lubricant NOT designed specifically

After inspecting the slack, clean the chain and for O-ring chains as these can damage the
sprockets while rotating the rear wheel. Use a dry rubber O-ring seals.
cloth with chain cleaner designed specifically for Avoid getting lubricant on the brakes or tires.
O-ring chains, or neutral detergent. Use a soft Avoid applying excess chain lubricant to prevent
brush if the chain is dirty. spray onto your clothes and the motorcycle.
Maintenance

After cleaning, wipe dry and lubricate with the

recommended lubricant. Recommended Coolant
Pro Honda HP Coolant is a pre-mixed solution
Recommended lubricant:
of antifreeze and distilled water.
Pro Honda HP Chain Lube or equivalent
Concentration:
50% antifreeze and 50% distilled water
A concentration of antifreeze below 40% will
not provide proper corrosion and cold
temperature protection.
A concentration of up to 60% will provide better
protection in colder climates.
NOTICE
Do not use a steam cleaner, a high pressure
Using coolant not specified for aluminum
cleaner, a wire brush, volatile solvent such as
engines or tap/mineral water can cause
gasoline and benzene, abrasive cleaner, chain
corrosion.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Tires (Inspecting/Replacing) # Inspecting for Damage

# Checking the Air Pressure Inspect the tires for
Visually inspect your tires and use an air cuts, slits, or cracks that
pressure gauge to measure the air pressure at exposes fabric or
least once a month or any time you think the cords, or nails or other

Maintenance
tires look low. Always check air pressure when foreign objects
your tires are cold. embedded in the side
Even if the direction of the valve stem is of the tire or the tread.
changed, do not return it to the original Also inspect for any unusual bumps or bulges in
position. Have your motorcycle inspected by the side walls of the tires.
your dealer.
# Inspecting for Abnormal Wear
Right side
Inspect the tires for
signs of abnormal wear
on the contact surface.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

# Inspecting Tread Depth 3WARNING

Inspect the tread wear indicators. If they Riding on tires that are excessively worn
become visible, replace the tires immediately. or improperly inflated can cause a crash
For safe riding, you should replace the tires in which you can be seriously hurt or
when the minimum tread depth is reached. killed.
Maintenance

Follow all instructions in this owner's

manual regarding tire inflation and
or TWI maintenance.

Wear indicator
location mark

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Have your tires replaced by your dealer.

For recommended tires, air pressure and 3WARNING
minimum tread depth, see “Specifications.” Installing improper tires on your
2 P. 149
motorcycle can adversely affect
Follow these guidelines whenever you replace
handling and stability, and can cause a
tires.

Maintenance
● Use the recommended tires or equivalents
crash in which you can be seriously hurt
of the same size, construction, speed rating, or killed.
and load range.
● Have the wheel balanced with Honda Always use the size and type of tires
Genuine balance weights or equivalent after recommended in this owner's manual.
the tire is installed.
● Do not install a tube inside a tubeless tire on
this motorcycle. Excessive heat build-up can
cause the tube to burst.
● Use only tubeless tires on this motorcycle.
The rims are designed for tubeless tires, and
during hard acceleration or braking, a tube-
type tire could slip on the rim and cause the
tire to rapidly deflate.

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Tire Service Life # Tire Identification Number (TIN)

The tire identification number (TIN) is a group
The service life of your tires is dependent on of numbers and letters located on the sidewall
many factors, including, but not limited to, of the tire.
riding habits, road conditions, vehicle loading, a b c
tire air pressure, maintenance history, speed, DOT XXXX XXXX 22 09
Maintenance

and environmental conditions (even when the

DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
tires are not in use).
requirements of the U.S.
In addition to your regular inspections and Department of Transportation.
maintenance, it is recommended that you have
a XXXX: Factory code
annual inspections performed once the tires
reach 5 years old. It is also recommended that b XXXX: Tire type code
all tires be removed from service after 10 years c 22 09: Date of manufacture (week & year).
from the date of manufacture, regardless of Example: week 22 in year 09.
their condition or state of wear. Tire Labeling Example

The last four digits of the TIN (tire identification Tire identification
number) indicate the date of manufacture. number (TIN)

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Maintenance Fundamentals

Air Cleaner
This motorcycle is equipped with a viscous type
air cleaner element which cannot be cleaned
with compressed air or otherwise without
degrading its performance.

Maintenance
If the filter becomes dirty, replace it with a new
one.

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Removing & Installing Body Components

Battery # Removal
Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
Positive position.
terminal 1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 81
Rubber 2. Remove the rubber strap.
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strap
3. Disconnect the negative - terminal from
the battery.
4. Disconnect the positive + terminal from
the battery.
5. Remove the battery taking care not to
drop the terminal nuts.

# Installation
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
Always connect the positive + terminal first.
Make sure that bolts and nuts are tight.
Make sure the clock information is correct
after the battery is reconnected. 2 P. 31
Negative For proper handling of the battery, see
Battery terminal “Maintenance Fundamentals.” 2 P. 69
“Battery Goes Dead.” 2 P. 120

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Front Seat

Front Seat # Installation

1. Install the front seat while inserting the
# Removal tab into the recess.
Front seat Mounting bolts 2. Install the mounting bolts.
3. Tighten the mounting bolts securely.

Maintenance
Make sure that the seat is locked securely
Tab in position by pulling it up lightly.

Recess

1. Remove the rear seat. 2 P. 82

2. Remove the mounting bolts and then, pull
the front seat back and up.

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Removing & Installing Body Components u Rear Seat

Rear Seat # Installation

1. Insert the tabs into the recess.
Tabs 2. Push down on the rear of the rear seat.
Rear seat Make sure that the seat is locked securely
in position by pulling it up lightly.
Maintenance

Ignition key The seat locks automatically when closed.

Take care not to lock your key in the
compartment under the rear seat.

Seat lock
Recess

# Removal
1. Insert the ignition key into the seat lock.
2. Turn the ignition key clockwise, then pull
the rear seat up and back.

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Engine Oil

Checking the Engine Oil Oil fill cap/dipstick

1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3

to 5 minutes.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF

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position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes. Upper
3. Place your motorcycle in an upright level
position on a firm, level surface.
4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe it
clean. Lower
5. Insert the oil fill cap/dipstick until it seats,
level
but don't screw it in.
6. Check that the oil level is between the
upper level and lower level marks on the
oil fill cap/dipstick.
7. Securely install the oil fill cap/dipstick.

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Engine Oil u Adding Engine Oil

Adding Engine Oil 2. Securely reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick.

NOTICE
If the engine oil is below or near the lower Overfilling with oil or operating with insufficient
level mark, add the recommended engine oil. oil can cause damage to your engine. Do not mix
2 P. 72, 2 P. 149 different brands and grades of oil. They may
Maintenance

1. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick. Add the affect lubrication and clutch operation.
recommended oil until it reaches the For the recommended oil and oil selection
upper level mark. guidelines, see “Maintenance Fundamentals.”
u Place your motorcycle in an upright 2 P. 72
position on a firm, level surface when
checking the oil level.
u Do not overfill above the upper level
mark.
u Make sure no foreign objects enter the
oil filler opening.
u Wipe up any spills immediately.

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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter

Changing Engine Oil & Filter

Changing the oil and filter requires special
tools. We recommend that you have your
motorcycle serviced by your dealer.

Maintenance
Use a new Honda Genuine oil filter or
equivalent specified for your model.
NOTICE
Using the wrong oil filter can result in serious Drain bolt
damage to the engine. Sealing washer
1. If the engine is cold, idle the engine for 3 5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick, drain bolt,
to 5 minutes. and sealing washer to drain the oil.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position and wait for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level
surface.
4. Place a drain pan under the drain bolt.

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Engine Oil u Changing Engine Oil & Filter

6. Remove the oil filter with a filter wrench 8. Install the new oil filter and tighten.
and let the remaining oil drain out. Make
Torque: 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m)
sure the prior seal is not stuck to the
engine. 9. Install a new sealing washer onto the
u Discard the oil and oil filter at an drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt.
Maintenance

approved recycling center.

Torque: 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m)
Oil filter 10. Fill the crankcase with the recommended
oil (2 P. 72, 2 P. 149) and install the oil fill
cap/dipstick.
Required oil
When changing oil & engine oil
filter:
2.7 US qt (2.6 L)
Rubber seal When changing oil only:
2.4 US qt (2.3 L)
7. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the
rubber seal of a new oil filter. 11. Check the oil level. 2 P. 83
12. Check that there are no oil leaks.

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Coolant

Checking the Coolant UPPER level

Check the coolant level in the reserve tank
while the engine is cold.

Maintenance
1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level
surface.
2. Hold your motorcycle in an upright
position.
3. Check that the coolant level is between
the UPPER level and LOWER level marks LOWER level Reserve tank
on the reserve tank.
Adding Coolant
If the coolant level is dropping noticeably or
the reserve tank is empty, you likely have a If the coolant level is below the LOWER level
serious leak. Have your motorcycle inspected mark, add the recommended coolant
by your dealer. (2 P. 74) until the level reaches the UPPER
level mark.
Add fluid only from the reserve tank cap and
do not remove the radiator cap.

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Coolant u Changing Coolant

1. Remove the reserve tank cap and add Reserve tank cap
fluid while monitoring the coolant level.
u Do not overfill above the UPPER level
mark.
u Make sure no foreign objects enter the
Maintenance

reserve tank opening. UPPER level

2. Securely reinstall the reserve tank cap.

3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, potentially scalding you.
Changing Coolant
Always let the engine and radiator cool Have your dealer change the coolant unless
down before removing the radiator cap. you have the proper tools and are
mechanically qualified.

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Brakes

Checking Brake Fluid If the brake fluid level in either reservoir is

below the LOWER level mark or the brake
1. Place your motorcycle in an upright lever and pedal freeplay becomes excessive,
position on a firm, level surface. inspect the brake pads for wear.
2. Front Check that the brake fluid reservoir If the brake pads are not worn, you most

Maintenance
cap is horizontal and that the fluid level is likely have a leak. Have your motorcycle
above the LOWER level mark. inspected by your dealer.
Rear Check that the brake fluid reservoir is
horizontal and that the fluid level is
between the LOWER level and UPPER level
marks.
Front Rear
Front brake fluid Rear brake fluid
reservoir reservoir
UPPER level
mark

LOWER level
LOWER level mark mark

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Brakes u Inspecting the Brake Pads

Inspecting the Brake Pads 1. Front Inspect the brake pads from in front
of the brake caliper.
Check the condition of the brake pad wear u Always inspect both left and right
indicators. brake calipers.
Front The pads need to be replaced if a 2. Rear Inspect the brake pads from the rear
Maintenance

brake pad is worn to the bottom of the right of the motorcycle.

indicator. If necessary have the pads replaced by your
Rear The pads need to be replaced if a brake dealer.
pad is worn to the indicator. Always replace both left and right brake pads
at the same time.

Front Rear
Wear Wear indicators
indicators

Wear
indicators
Brake Pad Brake Pad Brake Pad Brake Pad

Disc Disc

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Brakes u Adjusting the Brake Light Switch

Adjusting the Brake Light Brake light switch

Switch Adjusting nut

Check the operation of the brake light switch.

Hold the brake light switch and turn the

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adjusting nut in the direction A if the switch
operates too late, or turn the nut in the
B A
direction B if the switch operates too soon.

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Side Stand

Checking the Side Stand 1. Check that the side stand operates
smoothly. If the side stand is stiff or
squeaky, clean the pivot area and
lubricate the pivot bolt with clean grease.
2. Check the springs for damage or loss of
Maintenance

tension.
3. Sit on the motorcycle, shift the
transmission to Neutral, and raise the side
stand.
4. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in,
and shift the transmission into gear.
5. Lower the side stand all the way. The
Side stand engine should stop as you lower the side
springs stand. If the engine doesn't stop, have
your motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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Drive Chain

Inspecting the Drive Chain

Slack
Check the drive chain slack at several points
along the chain. If the slack is not constant at

Maintenance
all points, some links may be kinked and
binding.
Have the chain inspected by your dealer.
1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
engine.
2. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on
4. Roll the motorcycle forward and check
a firm, level surface.
that the chain moves smoothly.
3. Check the slack in the lower half of the
5. Inspect the sprockets. 2 P. 73
drive chain midway between the
6. Clean and lubricate the drive chain.
sprockets.
2 P. 74
Drive chain slack:
1 - 1 3/8 in (25 - 35 mm)

u Do not ride your motorcycle if the

slack exceeds 1 15/16 in (50 mm).

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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack Adjusting bolt

Lock nut

Adjusting the chain requires special tools.

Have the drive chain slack adjusted by your
dealer.
Maintenance

CBR650RA only Scale

graduations
When adjusting the drive chain slack, be
careful not to damage the wheel speed Adjusting plate Rear axle nut
sensor and pulser ring.
Lock nut Adjusting bolt
1. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Stop the
engine.
2. Place your motorcycle on its side stand on
a firm, level surface.
3. Loosen the rear axle nut. Scale
4. Loosen the lock nuts on both adjusting graduations
bolts. Adjusting plate

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Drive Chain u Adjusting the Drive Chain Slack

5. Turn both adjusting bolts an equal 7. Tighten the rear axle nut.
number of turns until the correct drive
Torque: 72 lbf·ft (98 N·m, 10.0 kgf·m)
chain slack is obtained. Turn the adjusting
bolts counterclockwise to tighten the 8. Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the
chain. Turn the adjusting bolts clockwise lock nuts.

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and push the rear wheel toward the front
to provide more slack. Torque: 20 lbf·ft (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m)
Adjust the slack at a point midway 9. Recheck drive chain slack.
between the drive sprocket and the
driven sprocket. If a torque wrench was not used for
Check the drive chain slack. 2 P. 93 installation, see your dealer as soon as
6. Check rear axle alignment by making sure possible to verify proper assembly.
the end of the chain adjusting plate aligns Improper assembly may lead to loss of
with the scale graduations on both sides braking capacity.
of the swingarm.
Both marks should correspond. If the axle
is misaligned, turn the right or left
adjusting bolt until the marks are aligned
and recheck chain slack.

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Drive Chain u Checking the Drive Chain Slider

# Checking the Drive Chain Wear Checking the Drive Chain Slider
Check the chain wear label when adjusting
the drive chain. If the index mark on the Check the condition of the drive chain slider.
adjusting plate enters the red zone on the The drive chain slider will need to be
label after the chain has been adjusted to the replaced if the chain slider is worn to the
Maintenance

proper slack, the chain is excessively worn wear limit line.

and must be replaced. If necessary have the drive chain slider
replaced by your dealer.
Chain:
DID 525V11 or RK 525KRW Wear limit
If necessary have the drive chain replaced by line
your dealer.
Red zone

Drive chain slider

Index mark

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Clutch

Checking the Clutch Check the clutch cable for kinks or signs of
wear. If necessary have it replaced by your
# Checking the Clutch Lever Freeplay dealer.
Check the clutch lever freeplay. Lubricate the clutch cable with a
commercially available cable lubricant to

Maintenance
Freeplay at the clutch lever: prevent premature wear and corrosion.
3/8 - 13/16 in (10 - 20 mm)
NOTICE

Clutch lever Improper freeplay adjustment can cause

premature clutch wear.

Freeplay

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Clutch u Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay

Adjusting the Clutch Lever Upper clutch

Freeplay cable adjuster

# Upper Adjustment
-
Maintenance

Attempt adjustment with the upper clutch

cable adjuster first.

1. Loosen the upper lock nut.

2. Turn the upper clutch cable adjuster until +
the freeplay is 3/8 - 13/16 in (10 - 20 mm).
3. Tighten the upper lock nut and check the
freeplay again.
Upper lock nut

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Clutch u Adjusting the Clutch Lever Freeplay

# Lower Adjustment 5. Start the engine, pull the clutch lever in,
If the upper clutch cable adjuster is threaded and shift into gear. Make sure the engine
out near its limit, or the correct freeplay does not stall and the motorcycle does
cannot be obtained, attempt adjustment with not creep. Gradually release the clutch
the lower clutch cable adjusting nut. lever and open the throttle. Your

Maintenance
1. Loosen the upper lock nut and turn the motorcycle should move smoothly and
upper clutch cable adjuster all the way in accelerate gradually.
(to provide maximum freeplay). Tighten Lower lock nut
the upper lock nut.
2. Loosen the lower lock nut. +
3. Turn the lower adjusting nut until the
clutch lever freeplay is 3/8 - 13/16 in (10 -
20 mm).
4. Tighten the lower lock nut and check the
clutch lever freeplay. -
Lower adjusting nut

If proper adjustment cannot be obtained or

the clutch does not work correctly, see your
dealer.
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Throttle

Checking the Throttle Adjusting the Throttle Freeplay

With the engine off, check that the throttle 1. Slide the cable boot.
rotates smoothly from fully closed to fully 2. Loosen the lock nut.
open in all steering positions and throttle 3. Turn the adjuster until the freeplay is
Maintenance

freeplay is correct. If the throttle does not 1/16 - 1/4 in (2 - 6 mm).

move smoothly, close automatically, or if the 4. Tighten the lock nut and return the cable
cable is damaged, have the motorcycle boot, then inspect the throttle action
inspected by your dealer. again.
Freeplay at the throttle grip flange: Cable boot
1/16 - 1/4 in (2 - 6 mm) Lock nut

Freeplay –

Flange

Throttle grip Adjuster

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Other Adjustments

Adjusting the Headlight Aim

You can adjust vertical aim of the headlight
for proper alignment. Turn the pinion in or
out as necessary using a Phillips screwdriver.

Maintenance
Obey local laws and regulations.
Raise Lower

Lower Pinion Pinion Raise

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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Brake Lever

Adjusting the Brake Lever After adjustment, check that the lever
operates correctly before riding.
You can adjust the distance between the tip NOTICE
of the brake lever and handle grip. Do not turn the adjuster beyond its natural limit.

# Adjustment method
Maintenance

Adjuster Forward
Turn the adjuster until the numbers align with
Index mark
the index mark while pushing the lever
forward in the desired position.

Brake lever

Handle grip

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Other Adjustments u Adjusting the Rear Suspension

Adjusting the Rear Suspension Extension bar

2 3456 7
8
Adjusting the suspension requires a pin 1 9
spanner. We recommend that you have your
motorcycle serviced by your dealer.

Maintenance
# Spring Preload
You can adjust the spring preload by the 10
adjuster to suit the load or the road surface. Adjuster
Pin spanner
Turn the adjuster using a suitable pin
spanner and extension bar. NOTICE
Attempting to adjust directly from 1 to 10 or 10 to
Use the pin spanner and extension bar to 1 may damage the shock absorber.
turn the adjuster. Positions 1 to 2 are for a Do not turn the adjuster beyond its limits.
decrease spring preload (soft), or turn the
NOTICE
position 4 to 10 increase spring preload
The rear shock absorber damper unit contains
(hard). high pressure nitrogen gas. Do not attempt to
The standard position is 3. disassemble, service, or improperly dispose of
the damper. See your dealer.

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Troubleshooting

Engine Will Not Start...................................... P. 105 Electrical Trouble............................................. P. 120

Overheating (Segment H flashes in coolant Battery Goes Dead............................................ P. 120
temperature gauge) ..................................... P. 106 Burned-out Light Bulb ..................................... P. 120
Warning Indicators On or Flashing............. P. 107 Blown Fuse.......................................................... P. 123
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .............................. P. 107
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)............... P. 107
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator ....... P. 108
Torque Control Indicator................................. P. 109
Other Warning Indications ........................... P. 110
Fuel Gauge Failure Indication......................... P. 110
Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure
Indication .......................................................... P. 111
Tire Puncture .................................................... P. 112
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Engine Will Not Start

Starter Motor Operates But Starter Motor Does Not

Engine Does Not Start Operate
Check the following items: Check the following items:
● Check the correct engine starting ● Check the correct engine starting
sequence. 2 P. 54 sequence. 2 P. 54

Troubleshooting
● Check that there is gasoline in the fuel ● Make sure engine stop switch is in the
tank. (Run) position. 2 P. 50
● Check if the PGM-FI malfunction indicator ● Check for a blown fuse. 2 P. 123
lamp (MIL) is on. ● Check for a loose battery connection
u If the indicator lamp is on, contact (2 P. 80) or battery terminal corrosion
your dealer as soon as possible. (2 P. 69).
● Check the condition of the battery.
2 P. 120
If the problem continues, have your
motorcycle inspected by your dealer.

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Overheating (Segment H flashes in coolant temperature gauge)

The engine is overheating when the following 2. Check that the radiator fan is operating,
occurs: and then turn the ignition switch to the
● The segment H flashes in the coolant OFF position.
temperature gauge. If the fan is not operating:
● Acceleration becomes sluggish. Suspect a fault. Do not start the engine.
If this occurs, pull safely to the side of the Transport your motorcycle to your dealer.
road and perform the following procedure. If the fan is operating:
Troubleshooting

Extended fast idling may cause the segment Allow the engine to cool with the ignition
H to flash. switch in the OFF position.
NOTICE 3. After the engine has cooled, inspect the
Continuing to ride with an overheated engine radiator hose and check if there is a leak.
can cause serious damage to the engine. 2 P. 87
If there is a leak:
1. Stop the engine using the ignition switch,
Do not start the engine. Transport your
and then turn the ignition switch to the
motorcycle to your dealer.
ON position.
4. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank. 2 P. 87
u Add coolant as necessary.
5. If 1-4 check normal, you may continue
riding, but closely monitor the
temperature gauge.
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Warning Indicators On or Flashing

Low Oil Pressure Indicator If the engine oil level goes down rapidly, your
motorcycle may have a leak or another
If the low oil pressure indicator comes on, serious problem. Have your motorcycle
pull safely to the side of the road and stop inspected by your dealer.
the engine.
NOTICE
PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel
Injection) Malfunction

Troubleshooting
Continuing to ride with low oil pressure can
cause serious damage to the engine.
Indicator Lamp (MIL)
1. Check the engine oil level, and add oil as
necessary. 2 P. 83, 2 P. 84 If the indicator comes on while riding, you
2. Start the engine. may have a serious problem with the PGM-FI
u Only continue riding if the low oil system. Reduce speed and have your
pressure indicator goes off. motorcycle inspected by your dealer as soon
Rapid acceleration may momentarily cause as possible.
the low oil pressure indicator to come on,
especially if the oil is at or near the low level.
If the low oil pressure indicator stays on when
the oil level is at the proper level, stop the
engine and contact your dealer.

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Warning Indicators On or Flashing u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) If the ABS indicator stays on, your brakes will
continue to work as a conventional system,
Indicator but without the anti-locking function.
CBR650RA only
If the indicator operates in one of the The ABS indicator may flash if you turn the
following ways, you may have a serious rear wheel while the rear wheel is lifted off
the ground. In this case, turn the ignition
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problem with the ABS. Reduce your speed

and have your motorcycle inspected by your switch to the OFF position, and then to the
dealer as soon as possible. ON position again. The ABS indicator will go
off after your speed reaches 19 mph (30
km/h).
● Indicator comes on or starts flashing while
riding.
● Indicator does not come on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
● Indicator does not go off at speeds above
6 mph (10 km/h).

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Warning Indicators On or Flashing u Torque Control Indicator

Torque Control Indicator Even when the Torque Control indicator is

on, your motorcycle will have normal riding
CBR650RA only ability without Torque Control function.
If the indicator operates in one of the u When the indicator comes on while the
following ways, you may have a serious Torque Control is in operation, you will
problem with the Torque Control. Reduce have to completely close the throttle to
your speed and have your motorcycle regain normal riding ability.

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inspected by your dealer as soon as possible.
The Torque Control indicator may come on if
● Indicator comes and stays on (solid) while you rotate the rear wheel while your
riding. motorcycle is lifted off the ground. In this
● Indicator does not come on when the case, turn the ignition switch to the OFF
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, and then to the ON position again.
position. The Torque Control indicator will go off after
● Indicator does not go off at speeds above your speed reaches 3 mph (5 km/h).
3 mph (5 km/h).

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Other Warning Indications

Fuel Gauge Failure Indication

If the fuel system has an error, the fuel gauge
indicators will be displayed as shown in the
illustrations.
If these occur, see your dealer as soon as
possible.
Troubleshooting

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Other Warning Indications u Coolant Temperature Gauge Failure Indication

Coolant Temperature Gauge

Failure Indication
If the cooling system has an error, all
segments will blink as shown in the
illustration.

Troubleshooting
If this occurs, see your dealer as soon as
possible.

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Tire Puncture
Repairing a puncture or removing a wheel
3WARNING
requires special tools and technical expertise.
Riding your motorcycle with a
We recommend you have this type of service
temporary tire repair can be risky. If the
performed by your dealer.
temporary repair fails, you can crash
After an emergency repair, always have the
and be seriously injured or killed.
tire inspected/replaced by your dealer.
Troubleshooting

Emergency Repair Using a Tire If you must ride with a temporary tire
repair, ride slowly and carefully and do
Repair Kit not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) until the
If your tire has a minor puncture, you can tire is replaced.
make an emergency repair using a tubeless
tire repair kit. Removing Wheels
Follow the instructions provided with the
emergency tire repair kit. Follow these procedures if you need to
Riding your motorcycle with a temporary tire remove a wheel in order to repair a
repair is very risky. Do not exceed 30 mph puncture.
CBR650RA only
(50 km/h). Have the tire replaced by your
dealer as soon as possible. When removing and installing the wheel, be
careful not to damage the wheel speed sensor
and pulser ring.

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Tire Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Front Wheel 4. On the left side, remove the mounting

bolts and remove the brake caliper.
Removal
u Support the brake calipers so that it
1. Place your motorcycle on a firm, level
doesn't hang from the brake hose. Do
surface.
not twist the brake hose.
2. Cover both sides of the front wheel and
u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the
brake calipers with protective tape or cloth.
disc or pad surfaces.

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3. On the right side, remove the mounting
u Do not pull the brake lever while the
bolts and remove the brake caliper.
brake caliper is removed.
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper
from scratching the wheel during
removal.
Left side Wheel speed sensor Mounting Right side
CBR650RA only bolts

Tape or cloth
Pulser ring
Brake calipers
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5. Loosen the left axle pinch bolts. 8. Loosen the right axle pinch bolts.
6. Remove the front axle bolt. 9. On the right side, withdraw the front axle
7. Support your motorcycle securely and shaft, and remove the side collars and
raise the front wheel off the ground using wheel.
a maintenance stand or a hoist. Front axle shaft Side collar
Side collar Front axle bolt
Troubleshooting

Axle pinch bolts

Axle pinch bolts

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Installation 5. Tighten the axle bolt.

1. Attach the side collars to the wheel.
Torque: 44 lbf·ft (59 N·m, 6.0 kgf·m).
2. On the right side, place the wheel
between the fork legs and insert the 6. Loosen the right axle pinch bolts.
lightly greased front axle shaft to the end, 7. Tighten the left axle pinch bolts.
through the right fork leg and wheel hub.
3. Align the end of the front axle shaft with Torque: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m).

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the surface of the fork leg. 8. CBR650RA only
Secure the wheel speed sensor wire with
Surface of fork
leg the clamp.
CBR650RA only

Clamp

End of front
axle shaft Wheel speed sensor wire

4. Tighten the right axle pinch bolts to hold

the axle.
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9. Install the right brake caliper and tighten 11. Lower the front wheel on the ground.
new mounting bolts. 12. Apply the brake lever several times. Then,
pump the fork several times.
Torque: 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m, 4.6 kgf·m).
13. Retighten the right axle pinch bolts.
10. Install the left brake caliper and tighten
Torque: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m).
new mounting bolts.
14. Raise the front wheel off the ground
Troubleshooting

Torque: 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m, 4.6 kgf·m).

again, and check that the wheel rotates
u Take care to prevent the brake caliper freely after you release the brake.
from scratching the wheel during 15. Remove the protective tape or cloth.
installation.
u Use new mounting bolts when If a torque wrench was not used for
installing the brake caliper. installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly.
NOTICE
When installing a wheel or caliper into original Improper assembly may lead to loss of
position, carefully fit the brake disc between the braking capacity.
pads to avoid scratching them.

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Tire Puncture u Removing Wheels

# Rear Wheel Pulser ring Wheel speed sensor

CBR650RA only CBR650RA only
Removal
1. Support your motorcycle securely and
raise the rear wheel off the ground using
a maintenance stand or a hoist. Lock nut
Washer
2. Loosen the rear axle nut, lock nuts and

Troubleshooting
turn the adjusting bolts so the rear wheel
can be moved all the way forward for
Adjusting plate Adjusting bolt
maximum drive chain slack.
3. Remove the drive chain from the driven Rear axle nut
sprocket by pushing the rear wheel
forward. Lock nut Adjusting plate Drive chain
4. Remove the rear axle nut and washer.
5. Remove the rear axle shaft and adjusting
plates.

Adjusting bolt Rear axle shaft

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6. Remove the brake caliper bracket, rear Installation

wheel and side collars. 1. To install the rear wheel, reverse the
u Support the brake caliper so that it removal procedure.
doesn’t hang from the brake hose. Do u Take care to prevent the brake caliper
not twist the brake hose. from scratching the wheel during
u Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the installation.
disc or pad surfaces.
Troubleshooting

NOTICE
u Do not push the brake pedal while the When installing a wheel or caliper into original
brake caliper is removed. position, carefully fit the brake disc between the
pads to avoid scratching them.

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2. Make sure that the slot on the brake 3. Adjust the drive chain. 2 P. 94
caliper bracket is positioned in the lug on 4. Install and tighten the rear axle nut.
the swingarm.
Torque: 72 lbf·ft (98 N·m, 10.0 kgf·m).
Brake caliper bracket Slot
5. Hold the adjusting bolts and tighten the
lock nuts.

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Torque: 20 lbf·ft (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m).

6. After installing the wheel, apply the brake

pedal several times, then check if the
wheel rotates freely. Recheck the wheel if
the brake drags or if the wheel does not
rotate freely.
Swingarm Lug If a torque wrench was not used for
installation, see your dealer as soon as
possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capacity.

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Electrical Trouble

Battery Goes Dead Burned-out Light Bulb

Charge the battery using a motorcycle All light bulbs on the motorcycle are LEDs. If
battery charger. there is an LED which is not turned on, see
Remove the battery from the motorcycle your dealer for servicing.
before charging.
Do not use an automobile-type battery
Troubleshooting

charger, as these can overheat a motorcycle

battery and cause permanent damage. If the
battery does not recover after recharging,
contact your dealer.
NOTICE
Jump starting using an automobile battery can
damage your motorcycle's electrical system and
is not recommended.
Bump starting is also not recommended.

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# Headlight/Position Light/Front Turn # Brake light/Taillight/Rear Turn

Signal Signal
Position lights

Brake light/Taillight
Headlights

Troubleshooting
Front turn signals Rear turn signals

The headlights and position lights use several The brake light and taillight use several LEDs.
LEDs. The rear turn signals uses an LED.
The front turn signals uses an LED. If there is an LED which is not turned on, see
If there is an LED which is not turned on, see your dealer for servicing.
your dealer for servicing.

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Electrical Trouble u Burned-out Light Bulb

# License Plate Light

Troubleshooting

License plate light

The license plate light uses an LED.

If there is an LED which is not turned on, see
your dealer for servicing.

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Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

Blown Fuse Fuse box covers

CBR650RA only
Fuse box covers
Spare fuses
Before handling fuses, see “Inspecting and
Replacing Fuses.” 2 P. 71

# Fuse Box Fuses

1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 81

Troubleshooting
2. Open the fuse box covers.
3. Pull the fuses out one by one with the
Spare fuse
fuse puller in the tool kit and check for a Spare fuse
CBR650RA only
blown fuse.
Always replace a blown fuse with a spare
fuse of the same rating.
4. Close the fuse box covers.
5. Reinstall the front seat.

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Electrical Trouble u Blown Fuse

# Main Fuse 1. Remove the front seat. 2 P. 81

Starter magnetic 2. Disconnect the wire connector of the
Spare main fuse
switch starter magnetic switch.
Main fuse 3. Pull the main fuse out and check for a
Wire connector blown fuse. Always replace a blown fuse
with a spare fuse of the same rating.
u Spare main fuse is provided in the
Troubleshooting

starter magnetic switch.

4. Reinstall parts in the reverse order of
removal.
NOTICE
If a fuse fails repeatedly, you likely have an
electrical problem. Have your motorcycle
inspected by your dealer.

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Information

Keys..................................................................... P. 126
Instruments, Controls, & Other Features... P. 127
Caring for Your Motorcycle .......................... P. 129
Storing Your Motorcycle ............................... P. 133
Transporting Your Motorcycle..................... P. 134
You & the Environment ................................. P. 134
Vehicle Identification Number..................... P. 135
Emission Control Systems ............................. P. 136
Catalytic Converter ......................................... P. 140
Oxygenated Fuels............................................ P. 141
Authorized Manuals ....................................... P. 142
Warranty Coverage and Service .................. P. 143
Honda Contacts ............................................... P. 145
USA Reporting Safety Defects ..................... P. 147
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Keys

Keys Ignition key Key tag

Ignition Key
This motorcycle has two ignition keys and a key
tag with a key number and a bar code. Store
the spare key and the key tag in a safe location.
To make a duplicate key, take the spare key and
the key tag to your dealer or a locksmith.
If you lose all ignition keys and the key tag, the
Information

ignition switch assembly will probably have to

be removed by your dealer to determine the Key number and bar code
key number.

A metal key holder may cause damage to the

area surrounding the ignition switch.

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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

Instruments, Controls, & Tripmeter

Other Features The tripmeters return to 0.0 when each read-
out exceeds 9,999.9.
Ignition Switch
Document Bag
Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position
The owner's manual, registration, and insurance
with the engine stopped will drain the battery.
information can be stored in the plastic
document bag located underside of the rear
Do not turn the key while riding.
seat. 2 P. 82

Information
Engine Stop Switch
Do not use the engine stop switch except in an
emergency. Doing so when riding will cause the
engine to suddenly turn off, making riding
unsafe.
If you stop the engine using the engine stop
switch, turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position. Failing to do so will drain the battery.

Odometer
The display locks at 999,999 when the read-out
exceeds 999,999.

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Instruments, Controls, & Other Features

Ignition Cut-off System Assist-slipper Clutch System

A banking (lean angle) sensor automatically The assist-slipper clutch system helps to prevent
stops the engine and fuel pump if the the rear tire from locking up when the
motorcycle falls over. To reset the sensor, you deceleration of your motorcycle produces a
must turn the ignition switch to the OFF position strong engine braking effect. It also makes the
and back to the ON position before the engine clutch lever operation feel lighter.
can be restarted.
Use only MA classification engine oil for your
motorcycle. Using engine oil other than MA
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classification oil could result in damage to the

assist-slipper clutch system.

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Caring for Your Motorcycle

Caring for Your Motorcycle Avoid directing water into the air cleaner,
muffler, and electrical parts.
Frequent cleaning and polishing is important to 3. Thoroughly rinse your motorcycle with
ensure the life of your Honda. A clean plenty of clean water and dry with a soft,
motorcycle makes it easier to spot potential clean cloth.
problems. 4. After the motorcycle dries, lubricate any
In particular, seawater and salts used to prevent moving parts.
ice on roads promote the formation of u Make sure that no lubricant spills onto
corrosion. Always wash your motorcycle the brakes or tires. Brake discs, pads,

Information
thoroughly after riding on coastal or treated drum or shoes contaminated with oil will
roads. suffer greatly reduced braking
effectiveness and can lead to a crash.
Washing 5. Lubricate the drive chain immediately after
Allow the engine, muffler, brakes, and other washing and drying the motorcycle.
high-temperature parts to cool before washing. 6. Apply a coat of wax to prevent corrosion.
1. Rinse your motorcycle thoroughly using a u Avoid products that contain harsh
low pressure garden hose to remove loose detergents or chemical solvents. These
dirt. can damage the metal, paint, and plastic
2. If necessary, use a sponge or a soft towel on your motorcycle.
with mild cleaner to remove road grime. Keep the wax clear of the tires and
u Clean the windscreen, headlight lens, brakes.
panels, and other plastic components
with extra care to avoid scratching them.
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Caring for Your Motorcycle

u If your motorcycle has any matte painted ● Do not direct water under the seat:
parts, do not apply a coat of wax to the u Water in the under seat compartment
matte painted surface. can damage your documents and other
belongings.
# Washing Precautions ● Do not direct water at the air cleaner:
Follow these guidelines when washing: u Water in the air cleaner can prevent the
● Do not use high-pressure washers: engine from starting.
u High-pressure water cleaners can ● Do not direct water near the headlight:
damage moving parts and electrical u The headlight's inside lens may fog
Information

parts, rendering them inoperable. temporarily after washing or while riding

u Water in the air intake can be drawn into in the rain. This does not impact the
the throttle body and/or enter the air headlight function.
cleaner. However, if you see a large amount of
● Do not direct water at the muffler: water or ice accumulated inside the
u Water in the muffler can prevent starting lens(es), have your vehicle inspected by
and causes rust in the muffler. your dealer.
● Dry the brakes: ● Do not use wax or polishing compounds on
u Water adversely affects braking matte painted surface:
effectiveness. After washing, apply the u Use a soft cloth or sponge, plenty of
brakes intermittently at low speed to water, and a mild detergent to clean
help dry them. matte painted surfaces. Dry with a soft
clean cloth.

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Caring for Your Motorcycle

Aluminum Components Windscreen

Aluminum will corrode from contact with dirt, Using plenty of water, clean the windscreen with
mud, or road salt. Clean aluminum parts a soft cloth or sponge. (Avoid using detergents
regularly and follow these guidelines to avoid or any kind of chemical cleaner on the
scratches: windscreen.) Dry with a soft, clean cloth.
● Do not use stiff brushes, steel wool, or
NOTICE
cleaners containing abrasives. To avoid possible scratching or other damage,
● Avoid riding over or scraping against curbs. use only water and a soft cloth or sponge to

Information
Panels clean the windscreen.

Follow these guidelines to prevent scratches For a dirtier windscreen, use a diluted neutral
and blemishes: detergent with a sponge and plenty of water.
● Wash gently using a soft sponge and plenty Make sure to wash off all the detergent.
of water. (Detergent residue may cause windscreen
● To remove stubborn stains, use diluted cracks.)
detergent and rinse thoroughly with plenty Replace the windscreen if scratches cannot be
of water. removed and they obstruct clear vision.
● Avoid getting gasoline, brake fluid, or Take care to keep battery electrolyte, brake
detergents on the instruments, panels, or fluid, or other chemical solvents off the
headlight. windscreen and screen garnish. They will
damage the plastic.

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Caring for Your Motorcycle

Exhaust Pipe and Muffler When the exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
do not use a commercially available abrasive
The exhaust pipe and muffler are stainless steel
kitchen cleaning compound. Use a neutral
but may become stained by mud or dust.
detergent to clean the painted surface on the
exhaust pipe and muffler. If you are not sure if
To remove mud or dust, use a wet sponge and
your exhaust pipe and muffler are painted,
a liquid kitchen abrasive, then rinse well with
contact your dealer.
clean water. Dry with chamois or a soft towel.
NOTICE
If necessary, remove heat stains by using a Even though the exhaust is made of stainless
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commercially available fine texture compound. steel, it can become stained. Remove all marks
Then rinse by the same manner as removing and blemishes as soon as they are noticed.
mud or dust.

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Storing Your Motorcycle

Storing Your Motorcycle After removing your motorcycle from storage,

inspect all maintenance items required by the
If you store your motorcycle outdoors, you Maintenance Schedule.
should consider using a full-body motorcycle
cover. USA For more information about storage, refer
If you won't be riding for an extended period, to the Honda Winter Storage Guide, available
follow these guidelines: from your dealer.
● Wash your motorcycle and wax all painted
surfaces (except matte painted surfaces). Canada For more information about storage,

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Coat chrome pieces with rust-inhibiting oil. visit our website at www.honda.ca and look up
● Lubricate the drive chain. 2 P. 73 “Storage Tips” under the “Honda Warranty” in
● Place your motorcycle on a maintenance the Warranty tab for your Model.
stand and position a block so that both tires
are off the ground.
● After rain, remove the body cover and allow
the motorcycle to dry.
● Remove the battery (2 P. 80) to prevent
discharge. Fully charge the battery and then
place it in a shaded, well-ventilated area.
u If you leave the battery in place,
disconnect the negative - terminal to
prevent discharge.

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Transporting Your Motorcycle

Transporting Your You & the Environment

Motorcycle Owning and riding a motorcycle can be
If your motorcycle needs to be transported, it enjoyable, but you must do your part to protect
should be carried on a motorcycle trailer or a the environment.
flatbed truck or trailer that has a loading ramp Choose Sensible Cleaners
or lifting platform, and motorcycle tie-down
Use a biodegradable detergent when you wash
straps. Never try to tow your motorcycle with a
your motorcycle. Avoid aerosol spray cleaners that
wheel or wheels on the ground.
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contain chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which damage

NOTICE the atmosphere's protective ozone layer.
Towing your motorcycle can cause serious
damage to the transmission. Recycle Wastes
Put oil and other toxic wastes in approved
containers and take them to a recycling center.
Call your local or state office of public works or
environmental services to find a recycling center in
your area, and to get instructions on how to
dispose of non-recyclable wastes. Do not place
used engine oil in the trash, or pour it down a
drain or on the ground. Used oil, gasoline,
coolant, and cleaning solvents contain poisons
that can hurt refuse workers and contaminate
drinking water, lakes, rivers, and oceans.
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Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle Identification VIN

Number
The VIN and engine serial number uniquely
identify your motorcycle and are required in
order to register your motorcycle. They may
also be required when ordering replacement
parts.
You should record these numbers and keep

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them in a safe place.

VIN

Engine number

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Emission Control Systems

Emission Control Systems operated and maintained according to the

instructions provided.
Your motorcycle engine emits combustion USA Compliance with the terms of the
byproducts, including carbon monoxide (CO), Distributor's Warranties for Honda Motorcycle
oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons Emission Control Systems is necessary in order
(HC). Gasoline evaporation also emits to maintain a valid emissions system warranty.
hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of The Vehicle Emission Control Information label
NOx, CO, and HC is important for the is attached to the rear fender under the rear
environment. seat. 2 P. 82
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Exhaust Emission Requirements Vehicle emission control information label

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA), the California Air Resources Board
(CARB), and Environment and Climate Change
Canada (ECCC) require that your motorcycle
comply with applicable exhaust, crankcase, and
fuel permeation emission standards during its
useful life, when operated and maintained
according to the instructions provided.
CARB also requires that your motorcycle
comply with applicable evaporative emission Canada only
requirements during its useful life, when Vehicle emission control information label

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Emission Control Systems

Noise Emission Requirements # Ignition Timing Control System

The EPA requires that motorcycles built after The ignition timing control system adjusts the
January 1, 1983 comply with applicable noise ignition timing to reduce the amount of HC,
emission standards for one year or 3,730 miles CO, and NOx produced.
(6,000 km) after the time of purchase when # Secondary Air Injection System
operated and maintained according to the The secondary air injection system adds filtered
instructions provided. air into the exhaust gas to help improve
emission control performance.
Exhaust Emission Control System

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The exhaust emission control system includes # Catalytic Converters
the following components that should not need The exhaust system contains one or more
adjustment, although periodic inspection by catalytic converters. Catalytic converters use a
your dealer is recommended. catalyst to convert most of the harmful exhaust
gas compounds into harmless compounds.
# PGM-FI System
The PGM-FI (programmed fuel injection) system
uses sequential multiport fuel injection, and is
comprised of air intake, engine control, fuel
control, and exhaust control subsystems. The
engine control module (ECM) uses sensors to
determine how much air enters the engine, and
then controls how much fuel to inject.

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Emission Control Systems

Evaporative Emission Control System Fuel Permeation Emission Control

50 STATE (meets California) The fuel tank, fuel hoses, and fuel vapor charge
An evaporative emissions control system uses a hoses use fuel permeation control technologies
canister filled with charcoal to adsorb fuel vapor to prevent fuel vapor emissions. Tampering with
from the fuel tank while the engine is off. The these components to reduce or defeat the
vapor is drawn into the engine and burned effectiveness of the fuel permeation
while riding. technologies is prohibited.

Crankcase Emissions Control System

Information

The engine is equipped with a closed crankcase

system to prevent discharging crankcase
emissions into the atmosphere. Blow-by gas is
returned to the combustion chamber through
the crankcase breather hose, air cleaner
housing and throttle body.

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Emission Control Systems

Noise Emission Control System ● Removal of, or puncturing of any part of the
intake system.
# TAMPERING WITH THE NOISE CONTROL ● Lack of proper maintenance.
SYSTEM IS PROHIBITED: ● Removing or disabling any emissions
U. S. federal law prohibits, and Canadian compliance component, or replacing any
provincial laws may prohibit, the following acts compliance component with a noncompliant
or the causing thereof: (1) The removal or component.
rendering inoperative by any person, other than
for purposes of maintenance, repair or Problems Affecting Motorcycle Exhaust
Emissions

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replacement, of any device or element of
design incorporated into any new vehicle for Have your motorcycle inspected and repaired
the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or by your dealer if you experience any of the
delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is following symptoms:
in use; or (2) the use of the vehicle after such ● Hard starting or stalling after starting
device or element of design has been removed ● Rough idling
or rendered inoperative by any person. ● Misfiring or backfiring during acceleration
● Poor engine performance and poor fuel
# AMONG THOSE ACTS PRESUMED TO economy
CONSTITUTE TAMPERING ARE THE
FOLLOWING ACTS:
● Removal of, or puncturing the muffler,
baffles, header pipes or any other
component which conducts exhaust gases.

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Catalytic Converter

Catalytic Converter Follow these guidelines to protect your

motorcycle's catalytic converter.
This motorcycle is equipped with a three-way ● Always use unleaded gasoline. Leaded
catalytic converter. The catalytic converter gasoline will damage the catalytic converter.
contains precious metals that serve as catalysts ● Keep the engine in good running condition.
in high temperature chemical reactions that A poorly running engine can cause the
convert hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide catalytic converter to overheat causing
(CO), and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) in the damage to the converter or the motorcycle.
exhaust gasses into safe compounds. ● If your engine is misfiring, backfiring, stalling,
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or otherwise not running properly, stop

A defective catalytic converter contributes to air riding and turn off the engine. Have your
pollution and can impair your engine's motorcycle serviced as soon as possible.
performance. A replacement unit must be an
original Honda part or equivalent.

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Oxygenated Fuels

Oxygenated Fuels you may experience performance problems. To

resolve the problem, have your dealer drain the
Some conventional fuels blended with alcohol fuel tank and replace with the correct fuel. Fuel
or an ether compound are available in some system or performance problems resulting from
locales to help reduce emissions to meet clean the use of an oxygenated fuel containing higher
air standards. These gasolines are collectively percentages are not covered by your warranty.
referred to as oxygenated fuels. If you plan to
NOTICE
use oxygenated fuel, check that it is unleaded
Improper use of oxygenated fuels can damage
and meets the minimum octane rating and metal, rubber, and plastic parts of your fuel

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blend requirement. system.
The following fuel blends are EPA-approved Oxygenated fuel can also damage paint.
and have been approved for use in your Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered by
motorcycle: warranty.
● Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) up to 10% by volume.
u Gasoline containing ethanol may be If you notice any undesirable operating
marketed under the name Gasohol. symptoms or performance problems, try a
● Methanol (methyl alcohol) up to 5% by different brand of gasoline.
volume that contain cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel
system. Never use a blend containing more
than 5%.
If you accidentally fill your fuel tank with an
oxygenated fuel containing higher percentages,
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Authorized Manuals

Authorized Manuals These Honda manuals are written for the

professional technician. However, if you possess
USA The Service Manual used by your the proper tools, observe the safety standards,
authorized dealer is available from your Honda and are mechanically capable, you should find
dealer or Helm, Inc. them easy to use.
Canada See your dealer to order authorized Special Honda tools are necessary for some
manuals. procedures.

Also available, but not necessary to service your USA

Information

model, is the Honda Common Service Manual, Order On-Line: www.helminc.com

which explains basic service information for
various systems on Honda motorcycles, Order Toll Free: 1-888-CYCLE93
scooters, and ATV. (1-888-292-5393)
USA The Winter Storage Guide in conjunction (NOTE: For Credit Card Orders Only)
with the Owner's Manual and Service Manual Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST
can help you prepare your Honda motorcycle,
scooter, ATV, and SxS for winter storage.

Publication Item No. Description

61MKN00 2019 CBR650R/RA/CB650R/RA Service Manual
61CSM00 Common Service Manual
S9507 USA Winter Storage Guide
31MKNC00 2019 CBR650R/RA Owner’s Manual
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Warranty Coverage and Service

Warranty Coverage and It is important to realize that your warranty

applies only to defects in material or
Service workmanship of your Honda. Your warranty
coverage does not apply to the normal wear
Coverage
and deterioration associated with use of the
Your new Honda is covered by the following motorcycle.
warranties:
● Motorcycle Limited Warranty Your warranty coverage is not voided if you
● Emission Control System Warranty perform your own maintenance. However,

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● USA Noise Control Warranty failures that occur due directly to improper
maintenance are not covered by these
The responsibilities, restrictions, and exclusions warranties.
that apply to these warranties are explained in
the Warranties Booklet given to you by your USA You can extend almost all of your warranty
Honda dealer at the time of purchase. Always coverage through the Honda Protection Plan.
keep your Honda owner's card with your For more information, see your Honda dealer.
Warranties Booklet.

Canada Please refer to the Warranty Booklet

posted on our website at www.honda.ca.

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Warranty Coverage and Service

Service If a misunderstanding occurs and you aren't

satisfied with your dealer's handling of the
Please remember that maintenance
situation, we suggest you discuss your problem
recommended in the Maintenance Schedule is
with the appropriate member of the
not included in your warranty coverage.
dealership's management team. If you are still
not satisfied, contact the owner of the
If you believe you have a problem with your
dealership or their designated representative.
motorcycle, call the service department of your
Honda dealer. Make an appointment for an
inspection and diagnosis. You will be asked to
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authorize that inspection, and your dealer will

return the results of the inspection. If a problem
exists and is covered under warranty, your
dealer will perform the warranty repairs. If you
have any questions about your warranty
coverage or the nature of the repair, talk to the
Service Manager of your Honda dealer.

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Honda Contacts

Honda Contacts Please include the following information in your

letter:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. ● Name, address, and telephone number
● Product model, year, and VIN
If you wish to contact Honda directly to comment
● Date of purchase
on your experiences with your motorcycle or with
● Dealer name and address
your dealer, please send your comments to the
following address:
Motorcycle Division, We will likely ask your Honda dealer to respond,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., or possibly acknowledge your comments

Information
P.O. Box 2200, Torrance, directly.
CA 90509-2200
Mailstop: 100-4C-7B,
Telephone: (866) 784-1870.

Canada
Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations Department,
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, Ontario
L6C 0H9
Telephone: (888) 946-6329
Fax: (877) 939-0909
E-mail: honda_cr@ch.honda.com
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Honda Contacts

Your Honda Dealer USA The sales department offers the Honda
Protection Plan to extend almost all of your
The service department of your Honda dealer
warranty coverage.
offers trained personnel to perform regular
maintenance and most repairs. It has the latest
Your Honda dealer can also supply information
available service information from Honda and
about, riding events, and information about
also handles warranty inspections and repairs.
safety training available in your local area.
The parts department offers Honda Genuine
Parts, Pro Honda products, Honda Genuine
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Accessories (USA only), and Honda accessories

and products (Canada only) that provide the
same quality that went into your motorcycle.

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Reporting Safety Defects

USAReporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the

Defects Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at:
1-888-327-4236
If you believe that your vehicle has a (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
defect which could cause a crash or http://www.safercar.gov;
could cause injury or death, you should or write to:
immediately inform the National Administrator, NHTSA,
Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,

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(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Washington, DC 20590.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from:
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it http://www.safercar.gov.
may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

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Specifications
■ Main Components Displacement 39.6 cu-in (649 cm3)
Overall length 83.9 in (2,130 mm) Bore x stroke 2.64 x 1.81 in (67.0 x 46.0 mm)
Overall width 29.5 in (750 mm) Compression
11.6 : 1
Overall height 45.3 in (1,150 mm) ratio
Wheelbase 57.1 in (1,450 mm) Unleaded gasoline
Fuel
Minimum ground Recommended: 86 PON or higher
5.1 in (130 mm)
clearance Tank capacity 4.07 US gal (15.4 L)
Caster angle 25.5° FTZ10S
Trail 4.0 in (101 mm) 12 V-8.6 Ah (10 HR)
Battery
CBR650R 456 lb (207 kg) YTZ10
II AC type: 12 V-8.6 Ah (10 HR)
Curb weight 459 lb (208 kg) 1st 3.071
Specifications

CBR650RA
II CM type: 2nd 2.352
456 lb (207 kg) 3rd 1.888
Maximum weight Gear ratios
340 lb (154 kg) 4th 1.560
capacity *1
5th 1.370
Passenger capacity Rider and 1 passenger
6th 1.214
Minimum turning radius 9.8 ft (3.00 m)
Reduction ratios
1.690 / 2.800
*1 : Including rider, passenger, all luggage, and accessories. (primary / final)

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Specifications

■ Service Data After draining 2.4 US qt (2.3 L)

Front 120/70ZR17M/C(58W) After draining
Tire size
Rear 180/55ZR17M/C(73W) Engine oil capacity & engine oil 2.7 US qt (2.6 L)
filter change
Tire type Radial, tubeless After
Recommended Front DUNLOP D214F Z disassembly
3.2 US qt (3.0 L)
Tires Rear DUNLOP D214 Q Recommended
Honda DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Front 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.50 kgf/cm2) brake fluid
Tire air pressure
Rear 42 psi (290 kPa, 2.90 kgf/cm2) Recommended
Pro Honda HP Coolant
Minimum tread Front 0.06 in (1.5 mm) coolant
depth Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm) Cooling system
2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
IMR9E-9HES (NGK) or capacity
Spark plug (standard) Recommended
VUH27ES (DENSO)

Specifications
drive chain Pro Honda HP Chain Lube or equivalent
(non-
Spark plug gap 0.03 - 0.04 in (0.8 - 0.9 mm) lubricant
adjustable)
Drive chain slack 1 - 1 3/8 in (25 - 35 mm)
(non-
Idle speed 1,250 ± 100 rpm Standard drive DID 525V11 or RK 525KRW
adjustable)
chain No. of links 118
API Service Classification SG or higher
except oils labeled as energy conserving or Standard sprocket Drive sprocket 15T
resource conserving on the circular API sizes Driven sprocket 42T
Recommended
service label, SAE 10W-30, JASO T 903
engine oil
standard MA, Pro Honda GN4 4-stroke oil
(USA & Canada) or Honda 4-stroke oil, or
an equivalent motorcycle oil

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Specifications

■ Bulbs ■ Torque Specifications

Headlight LED Oil filter 19 lbf·ft (26 N·m, 2.7 kgf·m)
Brake light/Taillight LED Engine oil drain bolt 22 lbf·ft (30 N·m, 3.1 kgf·m)
Front turn signal/Position light LED Rear wheel axle nut 72 lbf·ft (98 N·m, 10.0 kgf·m)
Rear turn signal LED Drive chain adjusting lock nut 20 lbf·ft (27 N·m, 2.8 kgf·m)
Position light LED Front wheel axle bolt 44 lbf·ft (59 N·m, 6.0 kgf·m)
License plate light LED Front wheel axle pinch bolt 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m, 2.2 kgf·m)
Front wheel brake caliper
■ Fuses 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m, 4.6 kgf·m)
mounting bolt
Main fuse 30 A
CBR650R 20 A, 10 A, 7.5 A
Other fuse
CBR650RA 30 A, 20 A, 10 A, 7.5 A
Specifications

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Information Record

VIN
Engine No.
Color Label & Code
Owner's Name
Address
City/State
Phone
Dealer's Name
Address
City/State
Phone
Service Manager

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Index
A C
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....................... 10 Caring for Your Motorcycle ........................ 129
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Catalytic Converter........................................ 140
Indicator .................................................. 47, 108 Clock ............................................................. 19, 31
Accessories ........................................................ 14 Clutch
Air Cleaner......................................................... 79 Freeplay................................................................ 98
Authorized Manuals...................................... 142 Color label ......................................................... 68
Average Speed Meter..................................... 23 Coolant......................................................... 74, 87
Coolant Temperature Gauge ........................ 20
B Crash ..................................................................... 4
Battery.......................................................... 69, 80
Brake Light Switch........................................... 91 D
Brakes Digital Clock Adjustment............................... 31
Index

Fluid....................................................... 73, 89, 149 Drive Chain.................................................. 73, 93

Lever Adjustment............................................. 102 Drive Chain Slider ............................................ 96
Pad Wear ............................................................. 90
Braking ................................................................. 9 E
Bulb Elapsed Time..................................................... 24
Brake light/Taillight ......................................... 121 Electrical Trouble ........................................... 120
Front Turn Signal ............................................. 121 Emission Control Systems ........................... 136
Headlight ........................................................... 121
License Plate Light........................................... 122
Position Light .................................................... 121
Rear Turn Signal............................................... 121
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Engine Tank Capacity ..................................................... 56

Number.............................................................. 135 Fuses........................................................... 71, 123
Oil.................................................................... 72, 83
Oil Filter ................................................................ 85 G
Overheats .......................................................... 106 Gasohol ............................................................ 141
Starting ................................................................. 54 Gasoline ............................................................. 56
Stop Switch.......................................... 50, 54, 127 Gear Position Indicator .................................. 20
Stopping ............................................................ 127
Will Not Start .................................................... 105 H
Environment ................................................... 134 Hazard Switch................................................... 50
Equipment Headlight Aim ................................................ 101
Owner’s Manual ........................................ 58, 127 Headlight Dimmer Switch ............................. 50
Tool Kit.................................................................. 57 Helmet Holder.................................................. 57

Index
High Beam Indicator....................................... 45
F Honda Contacts ............................................. 145
Flooded Engine ................................................ 54 Honda selectable torque control................. 53
Fuel Horn Button ...................................................... 50
Average Fuel Mileage Meter........................... 22
Consumption Meter .......................................... 23 I
Current Fuel Mileage Meter ............................ 22 Ignition Cut-off System
Gauge ................................................................... 20 Banking Sensor................................................. 128
Recommended ................................................... 56 Side Stand............................................................ 92
Remaining............................................................ 20 Ignition Key..................................................... 126
Reserve Fuel Consumption.............................. 24 Ignition Switch................................... 51, 54, 127
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Indicators........................................................... 44 Numerical tachometer ................................... 26

Information Record....................................... 151
Instruments ....................................................... 18 O
Instruments, Controls, ＆ Other Odometer.................................................. 26, 127
Features ......................................................... 127 Oil
Engine ............................................................ 72, 83
L Overheating .................................................... 106
Labels.................................................................... 6 Oxygenated Fuels.......................................... 141
Load Limits ........................................................ 15
Loading Guidelines.......................................... 15 P
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................... 47, 107 Parking ............................................................... 11
Parts Location................................................... 16
M Passing Light Control Switch ........................ 50
Index

Maintenance PGM-FI (Programmed Fuel Injection)

Fundamentals ..................................................... 66 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).... 47, 107
Importance .......................................................... 60 Protective Apparel............................................. 8
Record .................................................................. 65
Safety .................................................................... 61 R
Schedule............................................................... 62 Rear Suspension ............................................ 103
Maximum Weight Limit ................................. 15 Recommended
Modifications.................................................... 14 Coolant ................................................................. 74
Engine Oil ................................................... 72, 149
N Fuel ........................................................................ 56
Neutral Indicator ............................................. 45 Refueling............................................................ 56
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Removal Storage
Battery................................................................... 80 Equipment ........................................................... 57
Front Seat............................................................. 81 Owner’s Manual ........................................ 58, 127
Rear Seat.............................................................. 82 Storing Your Motorcycle ............................. 133
Repair Kit ......................................................... 112 Switches ............................................................. 50
Reporting Safety Defects............................. 147
Reserve Tripmeter ........................................... 26 T
REV Indicator.............................................. 36, 46 Tachometer ....................................................... 19
Riding Precautions ............................................ 9 Tachometer Display ........................................ 40
Throttle ............................................................ 100
S Tires
Safety Guidelines ............................................... 3 Air Pressure ......................................................... 75
Safety Labels ....................................................... 6 Puncture............................................................. 112

Index
Safety Precautions ............................................. 8 Replacing .................................................... 75, 112
SEL button ......................................................... 18 Torque Control Indicator ...................... 45, 109
SET button......................................................... 18 Torque Control OFF Indicator....................... 45
Shifting Gears ................................................... 55 Transporting Your Motorcycle ................... 134
Side Stand.......................................................... 92 Tripmeter................................................... 26, 127
Side Stand Ignition Cut-off System ............ 92 Troubleshooting ............................................ 104
Specifications.................................................. 148 Turn Signal Indicator ...................................... 44
Speedometer .................................................... 19
Start Button ................................................ 50, 54 V
Starting the Engine ......................................... 54 Vehicle Identification Number ................... 135
Stopping Engine ............................................ 127
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W
Warning Indicators On or Flashing ........... 107
Warranty Coverage and Service ................ 143
Washing Your Motorcycle........................... 129
Weight Limit............................................. 15, 148
Wheels
Front Removal .................................................. 113
Rear Removal.................................................... 117
Index

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California Proposition 65 Warning

3WARNING
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-
highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which
are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid
breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or
wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For
more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.