Honda Cbf600 vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cbf600 vs Yamaha Fz25. Honda Cbf600: 78 hp @ 10,500 rpm hp, 197 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 195 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbf600
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
78 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
64 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
195 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
197 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
64 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
195 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbf600
7.5/10
"The sensible used buy that never breaks your heart or wallet."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Smooth fuel-injected motor
+Forgiving handling characteristics
Cons
−Ageing fairing parts scarce
−Uninspiring above 8,000rpm
−Chain frequently neglected by owners
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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