Honda CB600F Hornet vs Triumph Speed Four (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB600F Hornetstacks up against the Triumph Speed Four. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB600F HornetTriumph Speed Four
Model year20122006
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower101 hp98 hp
Torque64 Nm68 Nm
Weight170 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Optional ABSDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Optional ABSSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CB600F Hornet vs Triumph Speed Four — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB600F Hornet and the Triumph Speed Four usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB600F Hornet brings 101 hp, while the Triumph Speed Four counters with 98 hp at 170 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: