Sym Vf3i 185 vs Honda Cb400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Sym Vf3i 185
Honda Cb400
Horsepower (hp)
16.5 hp
53 hp
Torque (Nm)
15 Nm
39 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
180 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
138 kg
175 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
~16.5 hp @ 9,000 rpm (estimated)
53 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Torque
~15 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
39 Nm @ 9,500 rpm
Top Speed
~130 km/h (estimated, note: manufacturer figures may vary)
180 km/h
Weight
~138 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated)
175 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5-3.2 L/100km (approximately 31-40 km/L, estimated real-world average)
4.5 L/100km or approximately 22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Sym Vf3i 185
7.0/10
"Honest, affordable urban transport that punches above its budget price."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Low running and maintenance costs
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−Budget suspension feels rough
−Buzzy above 60mph
−Limited dealer network support
Honda Cb400
8.5/10
"The benchmark middleweight — buy the best example you can afford."
Pros
+VTEC system genuinely transforms character
+Bulletproof reliability when maintained
+Exceptional fit and finish
Cons
−VTEC solenoid fails expensively
−Parts sourcing can be difficult
−Grey import paperwork complications
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