Honda CB600F Hornet vs Yamaha FZS 600 S 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 S Fazer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB600F HornetYamaha FZS 600 S Fazer
Model year20122001
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower101 hp95 hp
Torque64 Nm61 Nm
Weight189 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABSDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 110/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

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

Picking between the Honda CB600F Hornet and the Yamaha FZS 600 S 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 S 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: