2024 Yamaha R6 vs 2024 HONDA CBR600RR vs 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R vs 2026 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 Yamaha R6 85 cm Tallest seat here
- 2024 HONDA CBR600RR 82 cm
- 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 83 cm
- 2026 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600 81 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 4 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Power spans 119 hp (2024 Yamaha R6) up to 125 hp (2026 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600).
- Torque spans 61.7 Nm (2024 Yamaha R6) up to 69 Nm (2026 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600).
- Weight spans 185 kg (2024 Yamaha R6) to 198 kg (2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Yamaha R6 | HONDA CBR600RR | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R | 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | HONDA | KAWASAKI | SUZUKI |
| Model | Yamaha R6 | HONDA CBR600RR | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R | 2026 SUZUKI GSX-R600 |
| Engine size | 600cc | 600cc | 600cc | 600cc |
| Power | 119hp | 119hp | 122hp | 125hp |
| Torque | 61.7nm. | 63nm. | 69nm. | 69nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves | 4 cylinders, 16 valves |
| Weight | 185kg | 186kg | 198kg | 187kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic dual discs, Ø320 mm | Dual radial-mounted full-floating 310mm discs with four-piston calipers | 310 mm semi-floating discs, Nissin monobloc 4-piston radial calipers | Brembo 4 piston, dual disc |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc, Ø220 mm | Single 220mm disc | 220 mm disc, 1-piston caliper | Nissin single piston |
| Seat height (cm) | 85cm | 82cm | 83cm | 81cm |
| Front tyre | 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Tubeless | 120/70ZR-17 radial | 120/70-17 | 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear tyre | 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) Tubeless | 180/55ZR-17 radial | 180/55-17 | 180/55 ZR17 |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks, Ø43 mm | 41mm inverted Big Piston Fork with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability; 4.3-inch travel | Showa 41 mm inverted fork (SFF-BP), fully adjustable, 120 mm travel | Showa BPF, inverted telescopic |
| Rear suspension | link suspension, Swingarm | Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability; 5.1-inch travel | Showa gas-charged shock with piggyback reservoir, fully adjustable, 151 mm travel | Showa link-type single shock; rebound and compression |
| Motorcycle type | Supersport | Supersport | Supersport | Supersport |
| Top speed | 280km/h | 260km/h | 280km/h | 253km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 17 L – 6.6 L/100km | 18 L – 7.5 L/100km | 17 L – 8 L/100km | 17 L – 5.4 L/100km |
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| Price | $13000 | $13000 | $15000 | Price not listed. |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View HONDA price list | View KAWASAKI price list | View SUZUKI price list |
| Extra features | – 4.3" TFT screen with speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, engine temperature, dual trip meters, range, current and average fuel consumption, clock – LED lights |
Front Suspension: Showa BPF, inverted telescopic Rear Suspension: Showa link-type single shock; rebound and compression |
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Yamaha R6 vs HONDA CBR600RR vs Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R + more: which is better for you?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Yamaha R6 vs HONDA CBR600RR?
Yamaha R6 is listed at 280 km/h (174 mph) vs 260 km/h (162 mph) for HONDA CBR600RR.
Which has more horsepower, Yamaha R6 or HONDA CBR600RR?
Both are rated at 119 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, Yamaha R6 or HONDA CBR600RR?
Yamaha R6 is lighter at 185 kg vs 186 kg for HONDA CBR600RR.
Which is better, Yamaha R6 or HONDA CBR600RR?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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