MV Agusta F4 R vs Honda CBF1000 ABS (2015)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta F4 Rstacks up against the Honda CBF1000 ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | MV Agusta F4 R | Honda CBF1000 ABS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 195 hp | 97 hp |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Weight | 191 kg | 228 kg |
| Seat height | 33 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS. Brembo radial-type, single-piece with 4 pistons | Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. | Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 200/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 |
MV Agusta F4 R vs Honda CBF1000 ABS — which should you buy?
Picking between the MV Agusta F4 R and the Honda CBF1000 ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta F4 R brings 195 hp in a 191 kg package, while the Honda CBF1000 ABS counters with 97 hp at 228 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: