History and literature on the Honda Nighthawk 650, covering the 1982 Nighthawk through the 1985 Nighthawk.

1983-1985 Nighthawk 650

83 - Blue 650

1983

Hi-res available by email

83 - 650 Red

1983 

Hi-res available by email

83 - 650 Red

1983

85 - Blue 650

1985

Hi-res available by email

85 - Red 650

1985



Specifications

Engine

655cc, transverse, four-cylinder, four-stroke, 16 valves

Bore and Stroke

60mm x 58mm

Compression Ratio

9.5: 1

Carburetors

1983 - Four 29mm constant velocity

1985 - Four 32mm constant velocity

Ignition

Solid state

Starter

Electric

Transmission

Five-speed plus overdrive sixth

Driveline

Shaft

Wheelbase

57.5 inches

Seat Height

31.1 inches

Fuel Capacity

3.4 gallons, including 0.5 gallon reserve

Wheels

Cast Alloy

Tires

Front: 100/90-19 tubeless

Rear: 130/90-16 tubeless

Front Suspension

Air-adjustable, leading-axle forks with dual Syntallic bushings

Rear Suspension

VHD shocks with four-way adjustable damping

Brakes

Front: Dual discs with twin piston calipers

Rear: Drum

Dry Weight

434.3 pounds

 

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