JAWA 300 vs Honda CBR650R Comparison

The Jawa Jawa or Jawa 300 is a modern classic roadster with design which is near identical to the original Jawa two-stroke 250 cc motorcycles from the 1960s and '70s, although the new Jawa comes with a four-stroke 300 cc engine. Even though it's not a performance-oriented motorcycle, the Jawa looks great, is built well, and has brilliant ride and handling, backed by the performance of an engine which doesn't really have too many negatives.

The Honda CBR650R positions itself as a balanced middleweight sportbike that prioritises refinement and usability over outright aggression. It is not a track-focused supersport, but a machine designed to deliver performance in a way that remains manageable in daily riding conditions.

In our evaluation, the 649 cc inline-four engine felt smooth and predictable at low speeds, while building strong, linear performance as revs climbed past the mid-range. The E-Clutch system stood out in traffic, removing the need for constant clutch use and making stop-and-go riding significantly easier. The chassis and Showa suspension setup offered a stable, planted feel on highways while remaining manageable in city conditions.

As Sameer summarised,

“CBR650R has a proven track of infusing excitement to the riding experience of both new as well as seasoned riders”