Suzuki GSX-R 600 M vs Honda CBR 600 F3 (2002)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 600 Mstacks up against the Honda CBR 600 F3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 600 MHonda CBR 600 F3
Model year20021995
Price
Engine599 cc599 cc
Horsepower100 hp
Torque62 Nm
Weight163 kg185 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R 600 M vs Honda CBR 600 F3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 600 M and the Honda CBR 600 F3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 600 M brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Honda CBR 600 F3 counters with 100 hp at 185 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: