Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Edition vs Honda CBR600RR ABS (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Editionstacks up against the Honda CBR600RR ABS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary EditionHonda CBR600RR ABS
Model year20262026
Price$12,399$12,499
Engine599 cc599 cc
Weight187 kg197 kg
Seat height810 mm823 mm
Fuel capacity17.0 L18.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 6 speed, Chain
Front brakesDual Hydraulic DiscDual Hydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresBridgestone® Battlax 120/70 ZR17M/C 58W / Bridgestone® Battlax 180/55 ZR17M/C 73WDunlop® 120/70 ZR17 / Dunlop® 180/55 ZR17

Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Edition vs Honda CBR600RR ABS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Edition and the Honda CBR600RR ABS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Edition brings its published horsepower in a 187 kg package, while the Honda CBR600RR ABS counters with its own power figure at 197 kg. On price, the Suzuki GSX-R 600Z 40th Anniversary Edition has the lower MSRP.

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: