Honda CB650 Tracker #26

The Honda CB650 tracker built by Herencia Custom Garage is a meticulous reimagining of a classic inline-four that balances period-correct character with genuine performance upgrades.

The Concept

Federico Lozada and German Karp of Herencia Custom Garage set out to honour the essence of the original Honda CB650 while correcting every limitation the decades had exposed. The goal was not a radical transformation but a purposeful evolution, one where every component serves either performance or aesthetics. The result is project #26, a flat tracker with a cohesive identity from front axle to tail light.

What Makes It

The most striking detail is the exhaust: though fully rebuilt in handmade stainless steel, Herencia kept the iconic muffler shape intact, preserving what they considered an impeccable design signature of the original motorcycle. The subframe was subtly reshaped, the seat custom-fabricated, and the upholstery tailored to match the tracker brief. Coker tires complete the period-appropriate silhouette, wide and confident on a tight profile.

The Build

At the front, an inverted Beta suspension replaces the stock forks, paired with disc brakes for a significant upgrade in feel and stopping power. The old carburetors gave way to four Keihin CR units fitted with K&N filters, feeding the engine with precision. A Dynatek ignition coil set wired with NGK cables replaced the ageing ignition components, while an Antigravity lithium battery sheds weight and improves reliability. The cockpit is deliberately minimal: a Koso digital speedometer and Japanese mini-switches keep the dashboard clean and functional.

Specifications

• Builder: Herencia Custom Garage
• Base model: Honda CB650
• Type: Flat tracker / custom motorcycle
• Front suspension: Inverted Beta with disc brakes
• Carburetors: 4x Keihin CR with K&N filters
• Exhaust: Handmade stainless steel, original muffler profile
• Ignition: Dynatek coil set, NGK cables
• Battery: Antigravity lithium
• Speedometer: Koso digital
• Tires: Coker
• Seat: Custom-fabricated with tailored upholstery

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