Honda CB600F Hornet vs Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB600F Hornetstacks up against the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB600F HornetYamaha FZS 600 Fazer
Model year20122003
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower101 hp95 hp
Torque64 Nm61 Nm
Weight189 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABS
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABS
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CB600F Hornet vs Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB600F Hornet and the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB600F Hornet brings 101 hp, while the Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer counters with 95 hp at 189 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: