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We are not so sure how a 649cc inline-four motor is going to hook up in the dirt, and with the Honda CB650R tipping the scales at 447 lbs at the curb, we can think of a few better places to start building an adventure racer, but you have to appreciate what these crazy Portuguese have created. However, the bike looks the business. |
Fitted with a tribute to Paulo Gonçalves, who died during this year’s Dakar Rally, the bike is a rolling tribute to the Portuguese racer, who was also a long-time Honda rider.
Of course, the bike also commemorates Honda’s win at the 2020 Dakar Rally, where American Ricky Brabec rode the Honda CRF450 Rally to a commanding victory – the first for Honda, in over 30 years to win the prestigious race.
Honda Wingmotor kept the original 17” wheels, but they now wear TKC80 rubber. Up top are a set of handguards, along with a full nav tower and screen, complete with roadbook holder. The race-replica livery serves to commemorate Honda’s 2020 Dakar victory and the graphic on top of the tank is a tribute to Portuguese Honda racer Paulo Gonçalves, who lost his life in the very same rally. [More]
