Yamaha FZ6 S2 ABS vs Honda CBF600N (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ6 S2 ABSstacks up against the Honda CBF600N. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ6 S2 ABSHonda CBF600N
Model year20092012
Price
Engine600 cc599 cc
Horsepower97 hp76 hp
Torque63 Nm59 Nm
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.1 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSDouble disc. Dual-piston callipers and sintered metal pads
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. Single-piston calliper and sintered metal pads
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Yamaha FZ6 S2 ABS vs Honda CBF600N — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ6 S2 ABS and the Honda CBF600N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ6 S2 ABS brings 97 hp, while the Honda CBF600N 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: