The Honda NT 650 Hawk motorcycle specifications include a 647 cc (39.48 cu in) engine, a 5-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 186.9 kg (412 lb).
Key specifications
How the Honda NT 650 Hawk compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Honda models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Honda database average.
About 15% higher than the Honda database average. Around the 65th percentile across Honda models.
About 5% lighter than the Honda database average. Around the 46th percentile across Honda models.
Very close to the Honda database average. Around the 42nd percentile across Honda models.
About 11% smaller than the Honda database average. Around the 43rd percentile across Honda models.
Honda database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Honda specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
647 cc — larger displacement than about 65% of Honda models.
186.9 kg — heavier than about 46% of Honda models, or lighter than about 54%.
772 mm — taller than about 42% of Honda models.
12 L — larger than about 43% of Honda fuel tanks in this database.
Dimensions compared with Honda average
Each measurement is compared with the average value across Honda models where that dimension is available.
2,000
2,078
4% below average.
676
827
18% below average.
1,430
1,431
Close to average.
772
780
Close to average.
155
184
16% below average.
Mechanical overview
Additional useful specifications
| Front tire size | 110/80-17 |
|---|---|
| Rear tire size | 150/70-17 |
| Front tire width | 110 mm |
| Front tire aspect ratio | 80% |
| Front rim diameter | 17 in |
| Rear tire width | 150 mm |
| Rear tire aspect ratio | 70% |
| Rear rim diameter | 17 in |
| Bore/stroke ratio | 1.20:1 (Oversquare) |
Model information
| Year released | 1988 |
|---|
Engine specifications
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 647 cc (39.48 cu in) |
| Bore × stroke | 79.0 x 66 mm (3.1 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. 2×36.5mm Keihin CV |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | Digitalized full transistor |
| Starter | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet sump, pressure feed |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
|---|---|
| Final drive | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate |
Chassis and suspension
| Frame | Aluminum with ELF single sided swingarm |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Showa non-adjustable 41mm |
| Rear suspension | Showa adjustable pre-load |
| Front wheel travel | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Rear wheel travel | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rake | 28.0° |
| Trail | 119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front tire | 110/80-17 |
| Rear tire | 150/70-17 |
Dimensions and weight
| Wet weight | 186.9 kg (412 lb) |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 178.3 kg (393 lb) |
| Seat height | 772 mm (30.4 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,000 mm (78.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 676 mm (26.6 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1,430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
Fuel and emissions
| Fuel capacity | 12.00 L (3.17 US gal) |
|---|---|
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.00 L (0.53 US gal) |
Performance
| Top speed | 185.1 km/h (115.0 mph) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 mile | 12.70 seconds |
Other specifications
| Color options | Red, Blue |
|---|---|
| Exhaust system | Two into one |
| Price as new | US$ 3995. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Comments | A cult classic bike. Often raced, always leaves a grin on your face. |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Honda models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Honda information before relying on them. Visit the official Honda website.