Honda XR 650 R vs Honda XR 650 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XR 650 Rstacks up against the Honda XR 650. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XR 650 RHonda XR 650
Model year20072000
Price$6,349
Engine649 cc649 cc
Horsepower61 hp
Torque67 Nm
Weight126 kg122 kg
Seat height37 mm37 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires80/100-21 / 110/90-18

Honda XR 650 R vs Honda XR 650 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XR 650 R and the Honda XR 650 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XR 650 R brings its published horsepower in a 126 kg package, while the Honda XR 650 counters with 61 hp at 122 kg.

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: