Honda CB 550 F vs KTM XC 600 Enduro Sport (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 550 Fstacks up against the KTM XC 600 Enduro Sport. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 550 FKTM XC 600 Enduro Sport
Model year19771986
Price
Engine544 cc562 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight191 kg
Fuel capacity4.2 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake
Tires3.25-S 19 (4 PR) / 3.75-S 18 (4 PR) 3.00-21 / 4.00-18

Honda CB 550 F vs KTM XC 600 Enduro Sport — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 550 F and the KTM XC 600 Enduro Sport usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 550 F brings its published horsepower in a 191 kg package, while the KTM XC 600 Enduro Sport counters with 27 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: