The CB650R has always been a favourite with riders who enjoy street-bike style and the perfect combination of sportiness and stripped-down naked appeal. In its neo-retro styling, macho stance, and powerline, the inline-four hasn’t really moved on too far from this machine over 20 years. But for 2025, Honda has included something that really does take the CB650R into next year — a brand new TFT screen which is every bit as intelligent as it is attractive.

A Screen Worthy of the Bike’s Character

The 2025 Honda CB650R gets a new full-colour TFT (Thin Film Transistor) display. The new full-color TFT (Thin Film Transistor) screen is one of the most obvious changes on the 2025 Honda CB650R. It’s not just eye candy, but a technological leap forward that enhances the entire riding experience. Crisp, clear, and colourful, the 5-inch display is all a rider needs up in your eye-line — from speed and revs to fuel range, gear position, and riding modes.

But what’s really impressive is how well the layout suits the CB650R’s design vernacular. The circular form preserves the traditional look (which we’re really happy about), while the modern interface looks like it was directly taken from Honda’s top-end models. That’s that happy middle ground — turning to the past, but not getting bogged down there.

Smart Connectivity Meets Simplicity

For 2025, Honda has also introduced its Honda RoadSync system to the CB650R, which enables the rider to connect their device to the bike using Bluetooth. A handlebar-mounted control system provides access to turn-by-turn navigation, music, and even voice-controlled calls or messages — without the need for hands off the bars or eyes off the road.

And this is what makes the bike more than just a street machine, but a convenient and connected companion for bustling town runs and weekend spins alike. It’s user-friendly, intuitive, and engineered with safety in mind — a sign that Honda finally gets what today’s riders are actually looking for.

Designed for Real Riders

Away from the display, Honda has also improved the ergonomics and lighting to allow the CB650R to make a greater impression as a premium model. Adaptive brightness: every time the sun dips below the horizon, or when you’re trying to read your GPS screen, thank God for adaptive brightness on our TFT display that watches ambient light levels and adjusts itself accordingly.

And although some will consider the TFT screen as a small upgrade, it completely changes the way in which you now interact with the motorcycle itself. “It’s definitely a step in the direction of not having to be so buttoned-up about the way we present our ride experience,” he said.

A Step Forward While Keeping Its Soul

Fast forward to 2025, and the CB650R is still very much a “modern classic” in its own right — it’s just significantly smarter and boy has it had some work done. The new TFT display isn't just a gadget; it's a statement. It's proof the base platform is excellent, that we don't need to keep moving the goalposts in order to cater for UHD screens and those few “grumpy gits” who have not one good word to say about either Microsoft or Honda.

For the weekend warriors or the collectors who appreciate craftsmanship, the 2025 CB650R’s new display confirms that performance and heritage can coexist – and together they redefine what it means to ride a modern classic.

Honda CB650R TFT Display 2025 Screen Protectors

The TFT is a digital dashboard that leaves nothing to the imagination. But if you want to keep it perfect, ScreenShield presents their custom-designed screen protectors.

Whether you opt for protection provided by:

Ultra-clear 9H-strength Nano Glass screen protector
Reduced reflection Anti-Glare screen protector
Balanced clarity and anti-scratch durability Premium Film screen protector
Anti-viral screen protector to maintain cleanliness

Every protector is accurately designed in-house to ensure defense against scratches, smudges, and normal wear on your device. After years of material development, ScreenShield provides an ideal surface finish for all applications — from weekend wheeling to daily city commuting.

ScreenShield is an Australian owned and operated company based in Melbourne. We are proud to protect tens of thousands of gadgets around this great country. When you purchase Australian-made, you’re investing in the art of quality craftsmanship and local industry.