Honda CBX 550 F vs Ducati 600 SS N (1994)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBX 550 Fstacks up against the Ducati 600 SS N. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBX 550 FDucati 600 SS N
Model year19851994
Price
Engine572 cc583 cc
Horsepower60 hp53 hp
Weight172 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires3.60-18 / 4.10-18

Honda CBX 550 F vs Ducati 600 SS N — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBX 550 F and the Ducati 600 SS N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBX 550 F brings 60 hp, while the Ducati 600 SS N counters with 53 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: