Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S vs Yamaha SRX 6 (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-Sstacks up against the Yamaha SRX 6. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB 600 S Hornet-SYamaha SRX 6
Model year20031990
Price
Engine600 cc608 cc
Horsepower95 hp42 hp
Torque63 Nm
Weight178 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-17 / 180/55-17 100/80-18 / 120/80-18

Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S vs Yamaha SRX 6 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S and the Yamaha SRX 6 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S brings 95 hp in a 178 kg package, while the Yamaha SRX 6 counters with 42 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: