Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis vs Honda CBR 400F (1993)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesisstacks up against the Honda CBR 400F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 400 R GenesisHonda CBR 400F
Model year19931989
Price
Engine400 cc400 cc
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis vs Honda CBR 400F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis and the Honda CBR 400F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 400 R Genesis brings its published horsepower, while the Honda CBR 400F counters with its own power figure.

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: