Honda CTX700 DCT vs Honda CX 650 C (reduced effect) (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CTX700 DCTstacks up against the Honda CX 650 C (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CTX700 DCTHonda CX 650 C (reduced effect)
Model year20191983
Price
Engine670 cc673 cc
Horsepower50 hp
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission400-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Expanding brake
Tires120/70-17 / 160/60-17 100/90-19 / 140/90-15

Honda CTX700 DCT vs Honda CX 650 C (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CTX700 DCT and the Honda CX 650 C (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CTX700 DCT brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CX 650 C (reduced effect) counters with 50 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: