Honda NT650V Deauville Specs…..
Launched in March 1998, The 650cc Deauville was a half faired commuter/tourer. The frame and engine were based on the unfaired NTV650 and later UK models (after November 1998) came with a built in Honda immobiliser system (known as the HISS system).
The bike was discontinued by Honda in September 2005 and replaced by the NT700V.
Need spares for your Deauville? Honda NT650-V Deauville used parts…
Basic model info
| Basic model info… | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Honda |
| Model: | NT650V |
| Honda model code: | RC47 |
| CC: | 647cc |
| Engine type: | V twin cylinder (4 stroke) |
| Status in the UK: | Bike was officially released in the UK |
| Years in production: | 1998 to 2005 |
| Style of bike: | Half faired tourer/commuter |
| Insurance: | Group 10 (of 17) |
| Preceded by: | NTV650 |
| Succeeded by: | NT700V |
Panoramic view of an NT650V Deauville
Panoramic view of a 2000 Honda NT650V Deauville in gold
Models, prices and years (in the UK)
| Models and years (in the UK) | |
|---|---|
| NT650V-W (March 1998 till Oct 1998)….. | |
| Frame number started: | VTMRC47AOWE0000—- |
| Description: | Half faired commuter/touring bike based on the NTV650 Revere engine and frame with 41mm front forks, single rear shock, 17 inch, 3 spoke aluminium wheels, 19 litre petrol tank and rear panniers moulded into the bodywork. |
| Available colours: | Orange, black or beige |
| Price (new): | £5595 |
| NT650V-X (Nov 1998 till Aug 1999)….. | |
| Frame number started: | VTMRC47AOXE0000—- |
| Description: | Same as above model with the addition of a Honda immobiliser system and a left hand fairing pocket. |
| Available colours: | Colours changed for this model |
| Price (new): | £5595 |
| NT650V-Y (Sept 1999 till March 2001)….. | |
| Frame number started: | VTMRC47AOYE3000—- |
| Description: | Same as above model. |
| Available colours: | |
| Price (new): | £5795 for V and W reg bikes, £5999 for X reg bikes |
| NT650V-1 (April 2001 till Oct 2001)….. | |
| Frame number started: | |
| Description: | Same as above model. |
| Available colours: | |
| Price (new): | £5999 |
| NT650V-2 (Nov 2001 till Jan 2003)….. | |
| Frame number started: | |
| Description: | Some updates including larger rear panniers, linked braking system, 3 pot front and 2 pot rear calipers and slightly restyled bodywork. |
| Available colours: | |
| Price (new): | £5999 |
| NT650V-3 (Feb 2003 till Aug 2003)….. | |
| Frame number started: | |
| Description: | Same as above model. |
| Available colours: | |
| Price (new): | £5499 |
| NT650V-4 (Sept 2003 till Aug 2004)….. | |
| Frame number started: | |
| Description: | Same as above model with minor detail changes. |
| Available colours: | |
| Price (new): | £5999 |
| NT650V-5 (Sept 2004 till Sept 2005)….. | |
| Frame number started: | |
| Description: | Same as above model. |
| Available colours: | Black, red or silver |
| Price (new): | £5999 |
Note: The Honda Deauville was discontinued in September 2005 and replaced by the NT700V Deauville which was released in January 2006.
Top view of the NT650-V Deauville (faired and unfaired)
Top faired and unfaired views of a Honda NT650V-X Deauville
Engine and gearbox specs
| Engine and gearbox specs….. | |
|---|---|
| Displacement: | 647 cc |
| Engine type: | Transverse V-twin |
| Note: A V twin engine has the cylinders in a ‘V’ configuration, both cylinders sharing the same crankshaft. The cylinders can be mounted in either a ‘transverse configuration’, where 1 cylinder points to the front and 1 to the back of the bike, or in a ‘longitudinal configuration’ where they point out either side of the bike. | |
| Stroke: | 4 stroke |
| Bore×Stroke: | 79.0×66.0mm |
| No. of cylinders: | 2 |
| Cam shaft configuration: | SOHC (single overhead cam) |
| Note: The term ‘single overhead cam’ (or SOHC for short) refers to the layout and number of camshafts used in the engine. Although the Honda Deauville was described as a single overhead camshaft engine (SOHC), it had 1 camshaft in the top of each cylinder (so it had 2 in total). | |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Cylinder compression pressure: | 192 psi (+/- 28 psi) |
| Valves: | 6 valve (3 per cylinder) |
| Spark plug: | NGK DR8EA-9 (x4) |
| Note: Unusually for a v-twin (2 cylinder) bike the Deauville had 4 spark plugs (2 plugs per cylinder instead of the normal 1 plug per cylinder). The Deauville only had 3 valves per cylinder (instead of the more commonly used 4 valves) which gave additional space for an extra plug. The additional plug helped improved engine efficiency and low to mid range power. | |
 Cylinder head of a Deauville showing the 3 valves (2 inlet and 1 exhaust) and the single overhead cam shaft | |
| Spark plug gap: | 0.8 to 0.9mm |
| Spark plug torque: | 14nm |
| Note: If your not using a torque wrench, spark plugs should be tightened up to a half turn past finger tight. | |
| Spark plug socket size: | 18mm |
| Firing order: | 2 (front cylinder) – 1 (rear cylinder) |
| Engine oil: | 10w40 API SG/JASO MA or higher |
| Note: You can use any grade oil in the Honda Deauville engine (mineral, semi synthetic or full synthetic). Although fully synthetic is the best and will offer the best protection for your engine, we normally recommend a semi synth as it’s a good balance between engine protection and price. More info… | |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.6 litres |
| Engine oil drain bolt location: | Lower/left side of the engine (just below the metal pipe coming out of the water pump) |
| Engine oil drain bolt torque: | 29nm |
| Oil filter type: | Canister type (More info about canister filters…) |
| Oil filter: | Hiflo HF303 / Filtrex OIF006 |
| Oil filter torque: | 10nm |
| Note: As a general rule when tightening oil filters, oil filters should only be tightened with a wrench a QUARTER TURN past finger tight. | |
| Oil filter location: | Left/rear of the engine (visible on the back of the engine, behind the water pump) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid cooled |
| Cooling system capacity: | 1.6 litres |
| Clutch: | Wet (oil immersed) multiplate clutch |
| Clutch operation: | Cable |
| Clutch lever free play: | 10 to 20mm |
| Note: You’ll need a clutch holding tool for removing it, a clutch lever if you’ve dropped it and possibly a clutch cable if it’s suddenly stopped working! | |
| Gearbox: | 5 Speed manual (1st gear down, 2nd to 5th gears up, neutral between 1st and 2nd gears) |
| BHP: | 55 bhp |
| Torque: | 41 ft/lb |
| Top speed (claimed): | 105 mph |
| Note: Top speed is very APPROX!!, it’s not unusual for these figures to be slightly inflated by the manufacturer to help sell more bikes! 😀 | |
| Piston ring to cylinder bore clearance: | 0.010mm to Max 0.035mm |
| Valve clearance (inlet): | 0.13mm to 0.17mm |
| Valve clearance (exhaust): | 0.18mm to 0.22mm |
| Idle speed: | 1,200rpm (+/- 100) |
Panoramic view of the NT650V Deauville with fairings removed
Panoramic view of a Honda NT650V Deauville with all the fairings removed
Final drive specs
| Final drive stuff….. | |
|---|---|
| Final drive: | Shaft |
| Final drive oil: | 75w90 gear oil |
| Final drive oil capacity: | 150ml |
| Final drive oil filler cap torque: | 12nm |
| Final drive oil filler cap location: | Rear/outward face, just below the center line |
Honda Deauville final gear (rear wheel hub) oil drain and filler bolt locations
Honda Deauville hand guard/deflector panels
Honda NT650V Deauville side and center stands
Carb, fuel and oil specs
| Carb, fuel and oil stuff….. | |
|---|---|
| Fuel system: | Carburetor (x2) |
| MPG (average): | 43 miles per gallon (very approx) |
| There are variations in MPG between users, mainly due to different riding styles and areas (e.g. city riding vs open road, weekend blast vs touring etc) | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 19 litres |
| Fuel type: | Unleaded petrol (95 octane grade – aka standard petrol from your local garage) |
| Note: Yes, you can run the Deauville on the newer E10 petrol, but MAKE SURE you drain all the E10 petrol from the tank and carbs if the bikes not being used (e.g. being stored up over winter). E10 grade fuel causes horrendous problems clogging up carb jets and moving parts when left for longer periods (more info…)! | |
| Carb make: | Keihin (2x) |
| Carb type: | VDK1D (Honda part no: 16100-MBL-610) |
| Pilot screw opening: | 1 1/4 (1 and a quarter) turns |
| Carb float level: | 9.2mm |
| Engine oil: | 10w40 API SG/JASO MA or higher |
| Note: You can use any grade oil in the NT650-V engine (mineral, semi synthetic or full synthetic). Although fully synthetic is the best and will offer the best protection for your engine, we normally recommend a semi synth as it’s a good balance between engine protection and price. More info… | |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.6 litres |
| Engine oil drain bolt location: | Lower/left side of the engine (just below the metal pipe coming out of the water pump) |
| Engine oil drain bolt torque: | 29nm |
| Oil filter type: | Canister type (More info about canister filters…) |
| Oil filter: | Hiflo HF303 / Filtrex OIF006 |
| Oil filter torque: | 10nm |
| Note: As a general rule when tightening oil filters, oil filters should only be tightened with a wrench a QUARTER TURN past finger tight. This means do the oil filter up by hand then use a socket/oil filter pliers or similar to give it an extra quarter turn. More then this can cause damage to and leaks from the rubber seating ring. Also, always rub some engine oil (old oil if fine) onto the rubber ring before installing the new filter, this stops it becoming stuck to the engine (so makes future oil/filter changes easier). | |
| Oil filter location: | Left/rear of the engine (visible on the back of the engine, behind the water pump) |
Honda Deauville cockpit
Honda Deauville headlight (UK spec)
Honda Deauville fuel tap (located on the left side panel)
Honda NT650-V Deauville Brembo front brake caliper
Electrical system specs
| Electric stuff….. | |
|---|---|
| Ignition type: | Electronic CDI |
| Starter: | Electric start |
| Electrical system voltage: | 12 volts |
| Battery voltage (fully charged): | 13 to 13.2 volts |
| Battery will need charging if below: | 12.3 volts |
| Regulated voltage: | 14 to 15 volts (at 5000rpm) |
| Note: If you suspect your reg/rec is failing, test the voltage from the battery terminals. If the voltage drops steadily as the revs increase this can be a sign the regulator/rectifier is failing. General rough running can be due to loose battery connections, check the battery terminal bolts are very tight and not loose (more info…). | |
| Spark plug: | NGK DR8EA-9 (x4) |
| Spark plug gap: | 0.8 to 0.9mm |
| Spark plug torque: | 14nm |
| Note: If your not using a torque wrench, spark plugs should be tightened up to a half turn past finger tight. This means tighten up the plug by hand (being careful not to cross thread the plug into the cylinder head) and then tighten the plug a further half turn using a socket. | |
| Spark plug ignition: | 2 x coil |
| Battery type (1998 to 2001, VW/VX/VY and V1 models): | Sealed / maintenance free |
| Battery type (2003 to 2003, V2 and V3 models): | Sealed / gel filled battery |
| Battery capacity (1998 to 2001, VW/VX/VY and V1 models): | 12 volts / 8 amp/hours (12v / 8ah) |
| Battery capacity (2003 to 2003, V2 and V3 models): | 12 volts / 9 amp/hours (12v / 9ah) |
| Battery (1998 to 2001, VW/VX/VY and V1 models): | CTX9-BS / YTX9-BS / GTX9-BS |
| Battery (2003 to 2003, V2 and V3 models): | CTZ10-S / YTZ10-S / GTZ10-S |
| Notes: The YTX9-BS battery is a 12 volt, 8 amp/hour battery and is length: 151mm width: 87mm height: 106mm in size (more info…). The YTZ10-S battery is a 12 volt, 9 amp/hour battery and is length: 150mm width: 87mm height: 93mm in size (more info…). The 1st letter(s) of the battery reference code are a manufacturers reference mark and may vary between different battery makes (different battery manufacturers use different 1st letters), so CTX9-BS, YTX9-BS and DTX9-BS (etc) are all the same battery just from different manufacturers (more info…). Also…… Avoid buying the cheapest of the cheap type batteries online as they have a horrendous failure rate (and they can be a bug!er to post back when it fails). | |
Honda Deauville battery location under the seat.
Under the Honda NT650V seat
Info sticker under the seat, colour code is for a beige/gold Honda Deauville
Various luggage compartments on the Honda NT650V
Honda Deauville pannier lock location and catches (lock is on the back of the bike, near the rear light, catches are on the fairing just above the pannier)
Honda Deauville seat lock location (on the left of the bike, just below the seat)
Shocks, brake and wheel specs
| Shocks, brakes and wheel specs….. | |
|---|---|
| Front wheel type: | 3 spoke alloy wheel |
| Front tyre size: | 120/70-17 |
| Front tyre pressure: | 36psi (2.5 bar) |
| Front wheel spindle torque: | 59nm |
| Front wheel spindle clamp bolt torque: | 22nm |
| Rear wheel type: | 3 spoke alloy wheel |
| Rear tyre size: | 150/70-17 |
| Rear tyre pressure: | 41psi (2.9 bar) |
| Rear wheel spindle nut torque: | 88nm |
| Rear wheel spindle clamp bolt torque: | 26nm |
| Front brake (March 1998 to Oct 2001, W/X/Y/V1 models): | Twin hydraulic disc brake with 2 piston calipers |
| Front brake (Nov 2001 to Sept 2005, V2/V3/V4/V5 models): | Twin hydraulic disc brake with 3 piston calipers |
| Front brake disc: | 296mm Twin solid discs. Part no: EBC MD1008 (2x) |
| Front brake pad (March 1998 to Oct 2001, W/X/Y/V1 models): | EBC FA209 (2x) |
| Front brake pad (Nov 2001 to Sept 2005, V2/V3/V4/V5 models): | EBC FA261 (2x) |
| Brake fluid (front): | DOT 4 brake fluid |
| Rear brake (March 1998 to Oct 2001, W/X/Y/V1 models): | Single hydraulic disc brake with 1 piston caliper |
| Rear brake (Nov 2001 to Sept 2005, V2/V3/V4/V5 models): | Single hydraulic disc brake with 2 piston caliper |
| Rear brake disc: | 276mm Twin solid discs. Part no: EBC MD1016 (1x) |
| Rear brake pad (March 1998 to Oct 2001, W/X/Y/V1 models): | EBC FA140 (1x) |
| Rear brake pad (Nov 2001 to Sept 2005, V2/V3/V4/V5 models): | EBC FA261 (1x) |
| Front suspension: | Telescopic forks |
| Front fork stanchion diameter: | 41mm |
| Recommended fork oil: | 10w fork oil |
| Fork oil volume: | 480ml (per fork) |
| Fork length (approx): | 79cm |
| Rear Suspension: | Nitrogen filled single rear shock absorber |
Honda NT650V Deauville pillion handles
Weights and dimensions
| Weights, measures ‘n stuff….. | |
|---|---|
| Overall length: | 2215mm |
| Overall width: | 780mm |
| Overall height: | 1260mm |
| Wheelbase: | 1475mm |
| Seat height: | 319mm |
| Footpeg height: | 814mm |
| Ground clearance: | 140mm |
| Dry weight (without fluids): | 223kg |
| Dry weight (with fluids): | 243kg |
| Max weight capacity (inc rider, passenger and luggage): | 192kg (just over 30 stone) |
| Turning radius: | 3.1 meters |
NT650V handlebar controls showing starter button, light and indicator controls
Useful torque settings
| Useful torque settings….. | |
|---|---|
| Crankshaft hole cap: | 30nm |
| Cylinder head cover bolts: | 10nm |
| Spark plugs: | 14nm |
| Front wheel spindle: | 59nm |
| Front wheel spindle clamp bolts: | 22nm |
| Rear wheel spindle bolt: | 88nm |
| Rear axle pints bolt: | 26nm |
| Magneto / flywheel: | 128nm |
| Camshaft sprocket: | 23nm |
| Clutch hub: | 128nm |
| Oil filter torque: | 10nm |
| Engine oil drain plug: | 29nm |
| Front brake caliper mounting bolts: | 30nm |
| Front brake disc bolts: | 42nm |
| Rear brake caliper mounting bolts: | 23nm |
| Rear brake disc bolts: | 42nm |
| Steering stem bolt: | 103nm |
| Steering stem locking bolt: | 25nm |
| Handlebar clamp bolts: | 27nm |
| Front fork top yoke allen bolts: | 23nm |
| Front fork yoke lower stanchion allen bolts: | 39nm |
| Rear shock absorber top bolt: | 108nm |
| Rear shock absorber bottom bolt: | 44nm |
| Handlebar clamp bolts: | 25nm |
| Footpeg hanger bracket mounting bolts: | 26nm |
| Side stand bolt: | 10nm |
| Side stand locking nut: | 29nm |
| Start motor electrical cable: | 10nm |
Honda Deauville immobiliser fitted ignition switch and the corresponding green light showing on the dash when it’s working properly (lower green light in the pic above)
Servicing info
| Service stuff….. | |
|---|---|
| Servicing your bike? You’ll need an Honda NT650 Deauville workshop manual… | |
  Honda NT650-V Deauville oil filter and oil drain bolt locations | |
| Engine oil | |
| Engine oil change frequency: | Every 12,000km (approx 7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| Engine oil: | 10w40 API SG/JASO MA or higher |
| Engine oil capacity (if changing the oil and filter): | 2.6 litres |
| Engine oil capacity (if just changing the oil): | 2.4 litres |
| Engine oil capacity (after a complete engine dismantle): | 3.0 litres |
| Engine oil drain bolt location: | Lower/left side of the engine (just below the metal pipe coming out of the water pump) |
| Engine oil drain bolt: | 29nm |
| Oil filter type: | Canister type |
| Oil filter: | Hiflo HF303 / Filtrex OIF006 |
| Oil filter torque: | 10nm |
| Shaft drive | |
| Final drive oil: | 75w90 gear oil |
| Final drive oil capacity: | 150ml |
| Final drive oil check/change frequency: | Check every: 12,000km (7,500 miles) or 12 months Change every: 36,000km (22,400 miles) |
| Hydraulic brake system | |
| Check every: | 6,000km (approx 3,700 miles) or 12 months |
| Change every: | 18,000km (approx 11,100 miles) or 24 months |
| Brake fluid: | DOT 4 brake fluid |
| Fork oil | |
| Front fork oil check: | 12,000km (approx 7,456 miles) or 12 months |
| Recommended fork oil: | 10w fork oil |
| Fork oil volume: | 480ml (per fork) |
| Cooling system | |
| Check every: | 12,000km (approx 7,500 miles) or 12 months |
| Change every: | 36,000km (approx 22,400 miles) or 24 months |
| Cooling system: | Liquid cooled |
| Cooling system capacity (drain and fill): | 1.6 litres |
| Cooling system capacity (after dismantling): | 2 litres |
NT650V clocks showing main light beam light, neutral gear light, ignition switch light, speedo and rev counter
Honda Deauville digital clock
Frame number location
The frame number is usually stamped onto the right side of the headstock (the front part of the frame just below the handle bars).
Fuse box showing the fuse positions
Useless stuff…..
Built at a time when Honda had developed a reputation for sensible/reliable (aka BORING!) bikes (Fireblade excluded), the Deauville was never intended to win racing trophies. The bike was called ‘Deauville’ after a French costal town (about an hours drive from Caen).
The Deauville took it’s engine and frame from the NTV650 Revere (a couriers favourite), but had a slightly modified engine producing better low to midrange torque, it also had a bigger, 19 litre tank and built in storage (rear panniers and front cockpit compartments) making it an ideal touring bike. Also, the shaft drive meant less maintenance and a smoother ride for touring.
Another thing that stood the Deauville apart was the good level of weather protection it offered. Don’t get me wrong as I’ve always believed if it’s cold and wet and you’ve got a long way to ride, your gonna get cold and wet, but large screen, hand deflector panels and other bits did help in bad weather.
When the bike was released, the press at the time stated the bike was ‘gutless’, but, they probably missed the point of the Deauville (which, at the time only really had competition from bikes like the Suzuki 650 Burgman scooter and SV650), as it was never intended to be a knee down, backside clenching after 20 miles, championship winning bike, it effectively ‘did what it said on the tin’ and was (and still is) good at it.
The 650 was replaced by the NT700V Deauville in 2006.
Buying advice…..
To be honest, the NT650V Deauville was a well built bike that is often owned by people who take care of them so, apart from the usual age related stuff, there’s not alot to worry about.
Although never raced (that I know of?), the Deauville was popular with biker training school instructors and was used as a workhorse (patrol bikes) for companies like the AA and RAC, although these bikes may not have had a hard life they will have higher mileage and (in regards to AA/RAC ones) are likely to have been modified at some point (to fit tools and beacons etc).
As with all bikes, the Deauville did have a few specific faults that it’s worth checking before buying:
- Corrosion: This is a major concern, especially on bikes used year-round in wet and winter conditions. Check for rust, rot and corrosion on the following areas:
- Front of the engine: Look for corrosion on the front exhaust downtube, front engine mount, lower radiator and water pump as the front wheel throws up road dirt onto these parts.
- Rear suspension mount: The lower rear suspension mount is exposed and can suffer from corrosion and seizing. Check for this by testing the rear suspension, if it feels stiff or clunky, it could be a sign of a seized mount.
- Exhaust: The standard exhaust can is made of mild steel with chrome covers, which can rot. Check for rust and damage. However, new and used replacement exhausts are plentiful and not too expensive.
- Water Pump Housing: On the NT650V, the alloy water pump housing can crack where it connects to the stainless steel radiator pipe (due to a process called galvanic corrosion). This is a known issue and can lead to a coolant leak.
- Fuel Tanks: The petrol tank on the Deauville can suffer from internal corrosion if the bike hasn’t been used regularly and this isn’t always easy to see if just looking through the top (filler) hole.
Check for any leaks from the tank seams, dirty looking fuel (which may indicate rust and debris in the tank), or (best way to check), get a cheap endoscopy camera that plugs into your phone to have a look inside the tank.
- Fuel Pump: The 650 models are fitted with a fuel pump that is known to fail over time. The bike will still run on the main tank (as it’s gravity fed), but it will not run on reserve if the pump has failed. A good way to check this on a test ride is to try running it on reserve if possible.
- Electrical Issues: As with many older bikes, some owners have reported minor electrical problems, particularly with the regulator/rectifier, which can fail. A slow turnover when starting can indicate a dying battery.
- Brakes:
- Pre-2002 models (Brembo): These brakes are known for being sharp but can be prone to sticking. They are usually simple to clean and service.
- 2002 onwards models (Nissin combined brakes): These have a more wooden feel. The combined braking system is a feature to be aware of as the front brake lever also activates one of the rear brake pistons.
- Also check for warped front discs, cracked discs etc.
- Pannier Lids and Latches: The integrated panniers are a great feature, but the lids and their cable-operated locks can wear out or stick, making them difficult to open and close and the catches on the lids can also become fragile and break if they are slammed shut.
- Headlight: The headlight on early models is not very good. Many owners have upgraded the bulb or the entire unit.
Obviously, the NT650V is getting older now as Honda stopped manufacturing them in 2005, so always check forks, exhausts, shocks etc before buying.
Parts are readily available as there are still alot of 650 Deauvilles in service and there are several breakers selling parts.
Happy biking 🙂
Sources / Thanks to / Useful NT650 Deauville sites:
Useful Deauville owners forum
Rock oil for the servicing info
Deauville article on Wikipedia
If you’ve got any questions, comments or suggestions please feel free to leave them below 🙂
Disclaimer: The information on this page is correct to the best of our knowledge. But the info should NOT be taken as 100% accurate as we can, occasionally make mistakes!
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