The honda cb650r has been the subject of first look reviews and previews, with some outlets focusing on the 2019 model and others referencing later years, including 2023 and 2024. The bike has been reviewed and tested by various publications, with some also covering the related cbr650r model. It appears that updates to the bike may include new features such as an e-clutch, but the specifics and timing of these updates are unclear.