Suzuki GSX-R600 Bruce Anstey vs Honda CBR 600 F4i (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R600 Bruce Ansteystacks up against the Honda CBR 600 F4i. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R600 Bruce AnsteyHonda CBR 600 F4i
Model year20092006
Price$8,499
Engine599 cc599 cc
Weight163 kg168 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R600 Bruce Anstey vs Honda CBR 600 F4i — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R600 Bruce Anstey and the Honda CBR 600 F4i usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R600 Bruce Anstey brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Honda CBR 600 F4i counters with its own power figure at 168 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: