Honda CBF1000 ABS vs MV Agusta F4 1000 S (2011)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF1000 ABSstacks up against the MV Agusta F4 1000 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Honda CBF1000 ABS | MV Agusta F4 1000 S |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Horsepower | 97 hp | 166 hp |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Weight | 228 kg | 192 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.0 L | 5.6 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS) | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
Honda CBF1000 ABS vs MV Agusta F4 1000 S — which should you buy?
Picking between the Honda CBF1000 ABS and the MV Agusta F4 1000 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF1000 ABS brings 97 hp in a 228 kg package, while the MV Agusta F4 1000 S counters with 166 hp at 192 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: