Honda CBF600S vs Yamaha FZ6 Fazer (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF600Sstacks up against the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF600SYamaha FZ6 Fazer
Model year20122008
Price
Engine599 cc600 cc
Horsepower76 hp76 hp
Torque59 Nm52 Nm
Weight186 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Combined three-piston callipers and sintered metal pads Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Combined single piston calliper and sintered metal pads Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CBF600S vs Yamaha FZ6 Fazer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF600S and the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF600S brings 76 hp, while the Yamaha FZ6 Fazer counters with 76 hp at 186 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: