Honda CBF1000 ABS vs MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1 (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF1000 ABSstacks up against the MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CBF1000 ABS | MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Price | — | $24,995 |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | 183 hp |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Weight | 228 kg | 193 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 5.0 L | 5.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Double disc. Bremo |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Single disc. bremo |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Honda CBF1000 ABS vs MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1 — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CBF1000 ABS and the MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF1000 ABS brings 97 hp in a 228 kg package, while the MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1 plus 1 counters with 183 hp at 193 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: