Across 5 covered model years from 1978 to 1982, the Honda CB 650 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 485 lb (220 kg).
Honda CB 650 weight overview
This is a substantial motorcycle. The weight matters most when stopped, backing it up, parking on a slope or recovering from a lean.
Heavy Motorcycle
How heavy is the Honda CB 650?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 650 is heavier than about 61.6% of 43 Honda classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda CB 650 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 485 lb (220 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 627 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 4.76 US gal (18 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1978 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 1.29 cc / lb to 1.32 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 75.9 lb / 100 cc to 77.4 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 6.1% to 6.2% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda CB 650 weight FAQ
How much does the Honda CB 650 weigh?
The available wet/running figure is 476.2 lb (216 kg) to 485 lb (220 kg). This is more representative of the motorcycle you actually push, park and ride than a dry-only specification.
How does the Honda CB 650 weight compare with similar Hondas?
It is not an extreme outlier for the category. The model ranks around the 62nd percentile for weight among 43 compatible Honda classic motorcycles.
Are all Honda CB 650 model years the same weight?
There are year-to-year differences in the supplied data. The earliest covered year is used as the baseline, with later changed values shown separately above.
What does a full tank of gas weigh on the Honda CB 650?
A full tank works out to about 29.6 lb (13.4 kg) from the listed 4.76 US gal (18 L) capacity. Actual fuel density varies slightly, so treat it as a practical estimate.
What does the Honda CB 650 weigh with a 180 lb rider?
The approximate combined total is 665 lb (301.6 kg) with a 180 lb rider, based on the representative wet/running weight used on this page.
How many cc does the Honda CB 650 have per pound?
The model has about 1.29 cc per lb to 1.32 cc per lb in the available data. This simply shows how much engine displacement there is for each pound of motorcycle weight.
How does the Honda CB 650 compare with the median Honda classic motorcycle weight?
The representative wet weight is about 39.7 lb (18 kg) heavier than the median Honda classic motorcycle weight of 445.3 lb (202 kg) in this dataset.
Is the Honda CB 650 easy to move around by hand?
Yes, the mass is substantial enough to matter at walking speed. Parking direction, slope and secure footing become important because recovering the bike from a lean takes more effort.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.