Honda CBF600N vs Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF600Nstacks up against the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF600NSuzuki GSF 600 Bandit
Model year20122001
Price
Engine599 cc600 cc
Horsepower76 hp78 hp
Torque59 Nm54 Nm
Weight204 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual-piston callipers and sintered metal padsDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston calliper and sintered metal pads Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Honda CBF600N vs Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF600N and the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF600N brings 76 hp, while the Suzuki GSF 600 Bandit counters with 78 hp at 204 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: