Honda Cb750 Four vs Honda Cb550
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cb750 Four vs Honda Cb550. Honda Cb750 Four: 67 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 218 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10. Honda Cb550: 50 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 208 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cb750 Four
Honda Cb550
Horsepower (hp)
67 hp
50 hp
Torque (Nm)
59 Nm
44 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
218 kg
208 kg
Type
Classic
Classic
Horsepower
67 hp @ 8,000 rpm
50 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
59 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
44 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h
175 km/h
Weight
218 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb750 Four
7.8/10
"A legendary machine worth buying only at the right price."
Pros
+Bulletproof when properly maintained
+Strong parts community support
+Genuinely appreciating classic value
Cons
−Carb sync constantly neglected
−Cam chain wear concerns
−Inflated asking prices everywhere
Honda Cb550
7.8/10
"A brilliant bike that rewards patience and punishes corner-cutters."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine when maintained
+Parts still widely available
+Flickable, confidence-inspiring handling
Cons
−Four carbs need constant attention
−Cam chain rattle gets expensive
−Good examples increasingly overpriced
Top 10 Accessories
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