Honda VT 600 C vs Norton F 1 (1994)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT 600 Cstacks up against the Norton F 1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 600 CNorton F 1
Model year19941991
Price
Engine583 cc588 cc
Horsepower43 hp95 hp
Torque52 Nm
Weight185 kg
Seat height26 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L5.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 170/60-17

Honda VT 600 C vs Norton F 1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 600 C and the Norton F 1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT 600 C brings 43 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Norton F 1 counters with 95 hp.

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: