Honda CBR 600 F4 vs Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect) (2000)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR 600 F4stacks up against the Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR 600 F4Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect)
Model year20001992
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower110 hp50 hp
Torque68 Nm
Weight170 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/70-17 / 130/70-18

Honda CBR 600 F4 vs Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR 600 F4 and the Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR 600 F4 brings 110 hp in a 170 kg package, while the Yamaha FZR 600 (reduced effect) counters with 50 hp.

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: