Honda CBF600S vs Cagiva River 600 (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF600Sstacks up against the Cagiva River 600. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF600SCagiva River 600
Model year20121998
Price
Engine599 cc601 cc
Horsepower76 hp34 hp
Torque59 Nm44 Nm
Weight160 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Combined three-piston callipers and sintered metal pads Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Combined single piston calliper and sintered metal pads Single disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Honda CBF600S vs Cagiva River 600 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF600S and the Cagiva River 600 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF600S brings 76 hp, while the Cagiva River 600 counters with 34 hp at 160 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: