Honda CB1000R C-ABS vs Honda CBF125 (1000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB1000R C-ABSstacks up against the Honda CBF125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB1000R C-ABSHonda CBF125
Model year20102017
Price
Engine998 cc125 cc
Horsepower123 hp11 hp
Torque99 Nm11 Nm
Weight128 kg
Seat height33 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.5 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. ABSSingle disc. 2-pod calliper and resin mould pads. ABS.
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSExpanding brake (drum brake). ABS
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 100/80-18 / 90/90-18

Honda CB1000R C-ABS vs Honda CBF125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB1000R C-ABS and the Honda CBF125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB1000R C-ABS brings 123 hp, 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: