Yamaha Fz8 vs Honda Cbf600
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Fz8
Honda Cbf600
Horsepower (hp)
106 hp
78 hp
Torque (Nm)
83 Nm
64 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
220 km/h
195 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
213 kg
197 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
106 hp @ 10,000 rpm
78 hp @ 10,500 rpm
Torque
83 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
64 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
220 km/h (estimated, electronically influenced)
195 km/h
Weight
213 kg (wet/curb weight)
197 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.0 L/100km (approx. 16.7 km/L, typical real-world average)
5.5 L/100km (approx. 18 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Fz8
7.8/10
"A genuinely underrated all-rounder that punches well above its used price."
Pros
+Smooth, tractable inline-four
+Bulletproof Yamaha reliability
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Suspension bearings wear prematurely
−Headers rust without treatment
−Mid-range feels slightly flat
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
Top 10 Accessories
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