Jawa 650 Classic vs Honda CBX 650 E Nighthawk (2005)

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

Spec comparison

SpecJawa 650 ClassicHonda CBX 650 E Nighthawk
Model year20051985
Price$2,985
Engine652 cc656 cc
Horsepower46 hp60 hp
Torque57 Nm
Weight180 kg215 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Drum brake
Tires90/90-18 / 130/90-16 100/90-19 / 130/90-16

Jawa 650 Classic vs Honda CBX 650 E Nighthawk — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jawa 650 Classic and the Honda CBX 650 E Nighthawk usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jawa 650 Classic brings 46 hp in a 180 kg package, while the Honda CBX 650 E Nighthawk counters with 60 hp at 215 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: