Paton S1-R Lightweight Race Edition vs Honda CBR650F ABS (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Paton S1-R Lightweight Race Editionstacks up against the Honda CBR650F ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPaton S1-R Lightweight Race EditionHonda CBR650F ABS
Model year20202018
Price$9,249
Engine649 cc649 cc
Horsepower86 hp
Torque63 Nm
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Paton S1-R Lightweight Race Edition vs Honda CBR650F ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Paton S1-R Lightweight Race Edition and the Honda CBR650F ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Paton S1-R Lightweight Race Edition brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CBR650F ABS counters with 86 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: