Honda Hornet 600 vs Suzuki GSX-R 600 W (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Hornet 600stacks up against the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Hornet 600Suzuki GSX-R 600 W
Model year20071992
Price
Engine600 cc600 cc
Horsepower101 hp106 hp
Torque64 Nm
Weight208 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L4.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. double piston brake pliers (CBS ABS opt.)Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. piston brake pliers (CBS ABS opt.)Single disc
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Honda Hornet 600 vs Suzuki GSX-R 600 W — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Hornet 600 and the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Hornet 600 brings 101 hp, while the Suzuki GSX-R 600 W counters with 106 hp at 208 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: