Honda CBF600N vs Honda CBF600F (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBF600Nstacks up against the Honda CBF600F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBF600NHonda CBF600F
Model year20122012
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower76 hp101 hp
Torque59 Nm64 Nm
Weight172 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Dual-piston callipers and sintered metal padsDouble disc. Optional ABS. Twin piston caliper.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Single-piston calliper and sintered metal pads Single disc. Optional ABS
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Honda CBF600N vs Honda CBF600F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBF600N and the Honda CBF600F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBF600N brings 76 hp, while the Honda CBF600F counters with 101 hp at 172 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: