Honda CB650SC explained

Honda CB650SC
Aka:Nighthawk 650
Manufacturer:Honda
Production:1982–1985
Class:Standard
Compression:1983-1985: 9.5:1
Power:1983-1985: 72hp at 9,500 rpm (SAE net at the crank)[1]
Transmission:6-speed overdrive, shaft drive
Ignition:Electric start
Suspension:Front: Showa air-spring, 39mm stanchion tube diameter, brake-actuated hydraulic anti-dive
Rear: dual Showa shocks, 5-way adjustable spring preload, 4-way adjustable rebound damping
Frame:Tubular steel full cradle
Brakes:Front: Dual single-action hydraulic calipers, 10.9 in (276 mm) discs
Rear: Drum, single-leading shoe, rod-operated
Tires:Front: 100/90-19
Rear: 130/90-16
Dry Weight:451lb
Fuel Consumption:29–55 mpg (US)
Fuel Capacity:), (0.5 US gallon reserve)
Related:CB700SC

The CB650SC (also called the Nighthawk 650) is a Honda standard motorcycle sold in the US from 1982 to 1985.

In 1982, the Nighthawk replaced the Custom of the previous years and featured a re-designed tank and side covers. In 1983-1985 a new DOHC engine replaced the SOHC engine used from 1979-1982. The new engine had hydraulic valve lash adjusters and was rubber mounted. This year also saw the move from chain drive to shaft-drive for this model.

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Full specs on this motorcycle can be found here

Notes and References

  1. American Honda Motor Co. Inc. (1983). Nighthawk 650 1984 [Brochure].
    American Honda Motor Co. Inc. (1984). Nighthawk 650 1985 [Brochure].