Honda VT 600 C vs Yamaha FJ 600 (1994)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT 600 CYamaha FJ 600
Model year19941984
Price
Engine583 cc598 cc
Horsepower43 hp72 hp
Torque52 Nm54 Nm
Weight185 kg
Seat height26 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L5.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Dual Slotted Discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. Single Slotted disc, 1 piston calipers
Tires110/90-V18 / 140/19-V18

Honda VT 600 C vs Yamaha FJ 600 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT 600 C and the Yamaha FJ 600 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 Yamaha FJ 600 counters with 72 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: