Can-Am Spyder RS-S vs Honda CBF125 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Can-Am Spyder RS-Sstacks up against the Honda CBF125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCan-Am Spyder RS-SHonda CBF125
Model year20102017
Price$18,799
Engine998 cc125 cc
Horsepower106 hp11 hp
Torque104 Nm11 Nm
Weight317 kg128 kg
Seat height29 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity6.6 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. EBD, ABS. 4 piston calipers. Foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system.Single disc. 2-pod calliper and resin mould pads. ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. EBD, ABS. Electro-mechanical park brake system with actuator on the rear caliper.Expanding brake (drum brake). ABS
Tires165/65-R14 / 225/50-R15 100/80-18 / 90/90-18

Can-Am Spyder RS-S vs Honda CBF125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Can-Am Spyder RS-S and the Honda CBF125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Can-Am Spyder RS-S brings 106 hp in a 317 kg package, while the Honda CBF125 counters with 11 hp at 128 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: