Positioned in Honda's naked motorcycle lineup, the 1990 Honda NT 650 Hawk GT utilizes a 647 cc (39.5 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 58 HP (42.3 kW) at 5,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 58.3 Nm (43 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 89.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the NT 650 Hawk GT measures 184.2 kg (406 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.18 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 777 mm (30.6 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 12.11-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1988 to 1991, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
89.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.31 HP/kg (3.18 kg/HP)
Standover Height
777 mm (30.6 in)
Engine
Displacement647.0 ccm (39.48 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Power58.0 HP (42.3 kW)) @ 5800 RPM
Torque58.3 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 43.0 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression9.4:1
Bore x Stroke77.0 x 66.0 mm (3.0 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder3
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 2 x CV carburetors
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM6800
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet Plate
Chassis
Frame TypeSingle Swing Arm
Rake27.0°
Trail112 mm (4.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-17
Rear Tyre150/70-17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight167.8 kg (370.0 pounds)
Weight incl.184.2 kg (406.0 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3456 HP/kg
Seat Height777 mm (30.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
