Yamaha FZ6R vs Honda Hornet 600 (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZ6Rstacks up against the Honda Hornet 600. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZ6RHonda Hornet 600
Model year20182007
Price$7,799
Engine600 cc600 cc
Horsepower101 hp
Torque64 Nm
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.6 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Double disc. double piston brake pliers (CBS ABS opt.)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. piston brake pliers (CBS ABS opt.)
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Yamaha FZ6R vs Honda Hornet 600 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZ6R and the Honda Hornet 600 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZ6R brings its published horsepower, while the Honda Hornet 600 counters with 101 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: