Honda Motor Europe: 10 CB650R Specials curated by some dealerships highlighted [PHOTO]

Honda MotorEurope had planned to show ten of the most interesting ones CB650R Special designed by the Official Honda Dealers in France, Spain and Portugal on the occasion of the Wheels & Wave festival scheduled from June 30 to July 4 in Biarritz, France. Given the cancellation of the event, Honda preferred to show these examples of customization virtually.

The specimens

There are ten motorcycles selected, as mentioned. These are the models: CB650R Hedicion; CB650R Akira; CB650R Café Racer; CB650R Fenix; CB650R Four; CB650R White Edition; CB650R BMX; CB650R KarbOne Edition; CB650R Flat Tracker e CB650R Four Limited Edition.
Through the Honda Customs website it will be possible to observe the bikes in detail and also vote for your favourite.

CB650R HEDICION by Motor Sport, Spain

La CB650R Hedicion it was created by the Spanish customizer Motor Sport of Madrid. A reference to the sporting history of the Honda brand, taking inspiration specifically from the 18 Brabham Honda BT1966. The example is covered in yellow and green paint, colors combined with the black handlebars, fork, footpegs and rims. The inline four-cylinder engine is highlighted with a yellow head cover. There is also a carbon fiber front fairing and tailpiece and an Akrapovič titanium exhaust.

CB650R AKIRA by Hakuba Motor, Spain

La CB650R Akira defined by Hakuba Motor of Santander, Spain, following the meaning of the Japanese term Kaizen, that is "to improve", represents an elegant example of refinement starting from the small details. The half-handlebars are placed under the steering plate while the electronic parts are inserted in their specific compartment under the seat. The titanium Arrow exhaust highlights the minimalist nature of the model and the solo seat is defined through a carbon fiber structure and is covered in nubuck leather with red stitching.

CB650R CAFÉ RACER by Blanmoto Honda, Spain

La CB650R Café Racer prepared by Blanmoto Honda of Girona, remaining in Spain, is characterized by a steam punk and café racer style. Many of the components used come from traditional suppliers such as Puig, PSR, GIVI and Rizoma. There are several customized details, for example the new side air intakes handmade from a 1,5 mm aluminum plate. The saddle is modified and relined like the side panels. The exhaust is also distinctive with a traditional appearance.

CB650R FENIX by Mototrofa, Portugal

Moving on to CB650R Fenix created by the customizer Honda Mototroph of Trofa, in Portugal, represents an idea of ​​rebirth and something special for the Mototrofa team itself, whose workshop was reborn from the ashes of a fire. A distinctive bike with a modern look and parts from Honda models seen in the past. For example, the front wheel is taken from the CBR900RR FireBlade, while the single-sided swingarm and rear wheel are from the VFR750F. The customized parts are the "93" color of Nexx Helmets, paying homage to Marc Marquez with a reference to the year Mototrofa was founded, as are the rider and passenger seats.

Honda Motor Europe celebrate ten of the best European dealer-built custom CB650Rs

La CB650R Four defined by Sagaz Honda in Toulouse, France, is instead a reference to the edition of the 24 hour endurance race held by Honda on French soil in 1976 and therefore to the Honda RCB1000 driven by Jean-Claude Chemarin and Roger Ruiz. An example with a bikini top fairing, as well as a red, white and blue livery and Honda logo, applied by A Brax Custom painting, which harks back to the 70s. The bold appearance is linked to the sport setup, including the engine guard and the seat cover. Among the interesting aspects also the Bagster saddle.

CB650R WHITE EDITION by 3C Motos, France

La CB650R White Edition on the other French customizer 3C Motors by Anglet, features details that enrich the original, already distinctive concept. A bike that, starting from the name, is covered extensively in matte white and shades of glossy white. Colors matching the muscular look and the black tone of the engine and rims. The vision is completed with a front master cylinder derived from the CB1000R and the adoption of Dunlop Sportsmart TT tyres.

CB650R BMX by Werther, France

La CB650R BMX edited by the customizer Werther of Nice, still remaining in France, is not a simple reference to BMX. It is a motorcycle designed to transmit lively performance, given a shortened final drive ratio with black and gold chain, in order to withstand strong acceleration. Also mentioned is an Akrapovič exhaust system which strengthens both performance and the overall look. Features also include the adjustable knobs and levers, the gold-colored Puig bar ends, the black footrests and the NMB Design saddle. The attention to detail is also underlined by a fine smoked layer on the light clusters and directional indicators. The motorbike is covered in a glossy black colour, just as the fork is total black, while the rims are gold with whitewall tires and the engine crankcases also have gold-coloured inserts.

CB650R KarbOne EDITION by AZ Moto, France

The CB650R KarbOne Edition designed by AZ Moto of Rouen, France, brings to mind the four-cylinder CB750 “K0” from 1969. The example is characterized by a metallic gold paint job, while the engine is embraced by a Topema epoxy black paint , also visible on the handlebars, cam cover and rear shock absorber. There are also other finishes signed by artists such as Puig and Chaft. Furthermore, SEB Auto Shop has custom-made various carbon fiber parts including the outline of the front headlight and the seat cover. The bike also features black rims with chrome spokes supplied by Evo-X Racing wearing Dunlop Mutant tyres.

CB650R FLAT TRACKER by ADN Motors, France

La CB650R Flat Tracker defined by the customizer ADN Motos from Cognac, France, represents an idea of ​​exemplary Flat Track. Among the elements, particular emphasis is given to the tailor-made front fairing and seat with space for the passenger, a yellow front light cluster that offers a vintage vision, a double Arrow exhaust system in titanium and also Dunlop Mutant tires that recall the image of racing tires.
Also interesting are other elements such as the Acerbis handguards, an old license plate holder with integrated brake and indicator lights and Kineo rims with black and red spokes.

CB650R FOUR FLAT TRACKER by Espace Moto, France

Finally, the CB650R Four Limited Edition designed by the customizer Espace Motos of Angers, also in France. An example that recalls the legendary CB750 Four with a petrol green paint job and black and gold inserts combined with the '80s Honda logo, as well as the adoption of a raised brown leather saddle. A paint job that embraces the outline of the headlight, the shock absorber spring, the front and rear mudguards. The connotative aspects also include the mirrors positioned in the external areas of the handlebars, the black footrests with insert and the "scrambler" tires.

Photos: Honda Motor Europe Ltd. Italy