Suzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect) vs Honda CBR600F (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect)stacks up against the Honda CBR600F. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect)Honda CBR600F
Model year19892013
Price
Engine590 cc599 cc
Horsepower27 hp137 hp
Torque64 Nm
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. ABS. Three-piston calipers, floating rotors and sintered metal pads
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Tires90/90-21 / 130/80-17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect) vs Honda CBR600F — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect) and the Honda CBR600F usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR 600 S (reduced effect) brings 27 hp, while the Honda CBR600F counters with 137 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: