Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary vs Honda CBR 600 FS (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversarystacks up against the Honda CBR 600 FS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 600 20th AnniversaryHonda CBR 600 FS
Model year20062003
Price$2,005
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower110 hp
Torque63 Nm
Weight163 kg169 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-17 / 180/55-17

Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary vs Honda CBR 600 FS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary and the Honda CBR 600 FS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 600 20th Anniversary brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Honda CBR 600 FS counters with 110 hp at 169 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: