Yamaha MT07TR vs Honda CBX 650 E (reduced effect) (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha MT07TRstacks up against the Honda CBX 650 E (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MT07TRHonda CBX 650 E (reduced effect)
Model year20201987
Price
Engine689 cc656 cc
Horsepower74 hp50 hp
Torque67 Nm
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Dual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Expanding brake
Tires120/70-R17 / 180/55-R17 100/90-19 / 130/90-16

Yamaha MT07TR vs Honda CBX 650 E (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MT07TR and the Honda CBX 650 E (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha MT07TR brings 74 hp, while the Honda CBX 650 E (reduced effect) counters with 50 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: