MZ 1000S vs Honda CB1000C (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ 1000Sstacks up against the Honda CB1000C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 1000SHonda CB1000C
Model year20071983
Price$11,070$3,648
Engine999 cc973 cc
Horsepower115 hp89 hp
Torque95 Nm61 Nm
Weight210 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission10-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 4-piston caliperDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-17 110/90-18 / 140/90-16

MZ 1000S vs Honda CB1000C — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 1000S and the Honda CB1000C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ 1000S brings 115 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Honda CB1000C counters with 89 hp. On price, the Honda CB1000C has the lower MSRP.

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: