Yamaha FZ6 ABS vs Honda CBF600S (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ6 ABSstacks up against the Honda CBF600S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ6 ABSHonda CBF600S
Model year20082012
Price
Engine600 cc599 cc
Horsepower76 hp76 hp
Torque52 Nm59 Nm
Weight180 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity5.1 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc. Combined three-piston callipers and sintered metal pads
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Combined single piston calliper and sintered metal pads
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Yamaha FZ6 ABS vs Honda CBF600S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ6 ABS and the Honda CBF600S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ6 ABS brings 76 hp in a 180 kg package, while the Honda CBF600S counters with 76 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: