Hugh Janus Posted January 17, 2023 Share Posted January 17, 2023 Honda has just released its latest carryover models for 2023, including the CB1000R. (American Honda/)Few if any motorcycle manufacturers have continually offered a broader range of two-wheel products than Honda over the years, and it doesn’t look like that’s about to change for 2023. In its first motorcycle announcement of the new calendar year, Honda has released a lengthy list of returning bikes, giving us everything from baggers to adventure bikes to cruisers. The brand’s latest release focuses on eight models representing five different categories from sport to standard to adventure and cruiser, which we’ll highlight below.The 2023 Honda CB1000R Black Edition comes back to the line unchanged. (Adam Campbell/)As we reported earlier, an updated version of this aggressive naked is on tap for 2024 so there’s no reason to mess with it this year. The versatile CB1000R (see our review here) retains its flair and function for now, keeping a powerful 998cc inline-four stuffed inside a steel backbone frame and the same neo-retro styling on the outside. In 2023, it can be yours for $12,999 in the always-tasty Black Edition color scheme. Honda says it will be available in February.Related: 2023 Honda Rebel 1100T First LookThe 2023 Honda CBR650R in Grand Prix Red will cost $9,899. (American Honda/)The 2022 CBR650R saw a major update, so the 2023 supersport is back in the lineup just as we saw it last year. The focus here is on practicality and performance, with a high-revving inline four-cylinder engine, a Showa Separate Function Big Piston fork (SFF-BP) to augment the finely tuned chassis, stylish aesthetics, and up-to-date emissions technology. MSRP for 2023 is $9,899 and the CBR650R will be available in the eye-catching Grand Prix Red when it hits showrooms in February.Like most of its CB siblings, the CB650R standard returns unchanged for 2023. (American Honda/)After it received a flurry of updates last year, the CB650R standard also comes back into the fold unchanged for 2023. That means a mix of function and styling, with a smooth four-cylinder engine, a Showa Separate Function Big Piston fork, comfortable ergos, and stylish aesthetics. It’ll be available in February in Matte Black Metallic, with an MSRP of $9,399.The 2023 Honda CBR500R in Grand Prix Red will be available at dealerships in February. (American Honda/)As with many of its bigger siblings, the lightweight CBR500R received a host of changes last year, so there are no surprises for 2023. You get a 41mm USD Separate Function Big Piston fork, a snappy parallel-twin mill, dual disc brakes with ABS standard, all capped by aggressive CBR styling. The 2023 model will have an MSRP of $7,299 when it becomes available this summer. Color options are Grand Prix Red and Sword Silver Metallic.The naked, affordable Honda CB500F slips into the 2023 lineup unchanged. (American Honda/)As you probably guessed, the no-nonsense CB500F shuffles into 2023 unchanged as well. The lightweight naked shares the same fork, brakes, and wheels with its CBR500R stablemate, but changes up the ergos and power delivery, making it a more user-friendly commuter that’s also good for the occasional weekend romp. You also get dual disc front brakes with ABS, comfortable ergonomics, and a very reasonable $6,799 price tag for the 2023 CB500F, which will be available in Matte Gray Metallic when it hits showrooms February.Seeing no changes for 2023, the do-it-all CB500X will have an MSRP of $7,299. (American Honda/)Although Honda says it designed the CB500X as a casual adventure bike, we see it as more of a do-it-all middleweight, equally at home in the urban jungle as it is on a graded fire road. In any case, the comfortable and unassuming CB500X is back in the line for 2023 with zero changes, and will be offered at an affordable $7,299 in Pearl Organic Green. Availability is February 2023.The 644cc 2023 Honda XR650L is also back unchanged for 2023. (American Honda/)The only change to this Baja-bred legend for 2023 is the white color scheme, which is understandable, given the XR650L’s tried-and-true standing in the dual sport community. With its 644cc air-cooled single, robust steel frame, and long-travel suspension, the XR is equally at home on single-tracks, pure dirt, or just backroads, while also good for round-town errands. In white, the 2023 model commands a $6,999 price tag and is likely already available in some dealers.Still stretched out after all these years: The Fury cruiser marks its return to the 2023 line in Pearl Yellow. (American Honda/)Thirteen years after its debut, it’s still hard to believe the Fury was the first production chopper-style design released by a major motorcycle manufacturer. But its Honda-ness comes through nonetheless, with a functionality and performance that belies its spindly, stretched-out dimensions. It’s unchanged for 2023 and you won’t get much of a rumble from the 1,312cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine, but the Fury’s hard-tail styling, raked-out front end, and Pearl Yellow color will still turn some heads. MSRP is $11,499, and the bike is available now.Honda quietly announced several carryover models last year as well. Back in November, with the debut of the new Rebel 1100T bagger, we saw confirmation of 10 returning bikes, including the other three Rebels (the Rebel 300/500/1100) as well as the CBR1000RR, CBR600RR, and entry-level CB300R. The touring-focused NC750X also made the cut, as did the popular Monkey and Super Cub.Source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted January 17, 2023 Share Posted January 17, 2023 59 minutes ago, Hugh Janus said: The 644cc 2023 Honda XR650L is also back unchanged for 2023. (American Honda/) The only change to this Baja-bred legend for 2023 is the white color scheme, which is understandable, given the XR650L’s tried-and-true standing in the dual sport community. With its 644cc air-cooled single, robust steel frame, and long-travel suspension, the XR is equally at home on single-tracks, pure dirt, or just backroads, while also good for round-town errands. In white, the 2023 model commands a $6,999 price tag and is likely already available in some dealers. Can’t kill it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catteeclan Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 8 hours ago, Pedro said: Can’t kill it They loved them in America. I'm sure they've been some changes in that engine over the years but you can't tell from the outside. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 12 hours ago, Pedro said: Can’t kill it no great machines xr's have been going for years cavemen used to ride them to escape dinosaurs 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 Just now, skyrider said: no great machines xr's have been going for years myself and cavemen used to ride them to escape dinosaurs fixed that for you Lionel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 I had a XR650L, another great bike that Honda UK didn't bother with ................... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyrider Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 1 minute ago, boboneleg said: fixed that for you Lionel great thanks bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 Just now, skyrider said: great thanks bob It's a public service , you're more than entitled to it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckster Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 XR looks okay, still gay though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Fallsalot Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 I want to ride the XR650L to see if i like it or not i want one so bad but i need to get a go on one before taking the plunge or moving on 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 1 hour ago, Sir Fallsalot said: I want to ride the XR650L to see if i like it or not i want one so bad but i need to get a go on one before taking the plunge or moving on You'd love it Fred, tall feckers though 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted January 18, 2023 Share Posted January 18, 2023 3 minutes ago, boboneleg said: You'd love it Fred, tall feckers though Unless it's a Harley or a classic, I don't plan on owning a bike that can be flat footed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckster Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 15 hours ago, Pedro said: Unless it's a Harley or a classic, I don't plan on owning a bike that can be flat footed. I’ve never found a bike that can’t be flat footed. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boboneleg Posted January 19, 2023 Share Posted January 19, 2023 3 hours ago, Buckster said: I’ve never found a bike that can’t be flat footed. @Buckster out on a Sunday ............... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sofia Posted January 20, 2023 Share Posted January 20, 2023 On 17/01/2023 at 22:20, Pedro said: Can’t kill it im in love!! not for europe then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckster Posted January 20, 2023 Share Posted January 20, 2023 4 minutes ago, Sofia said: im in love!! not for europe then? Nope, probably the only Honda that might tempt me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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