Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Overview - Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R6 2017 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	67 mm	Bore	87 mm
Stroke	Stroke	42.5 mm	Stroke	63.5 mm
Engine power	Engine power	124 HP	Engine power	92 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	14,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	65.7 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	10,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	13	Compression Ratio	11
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	599 ccm	Displacement	755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	160 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,040 mm	Length	2,090 mm
Width	Width	705 mm	Width	780 mm
Height	Height	1,095 mm	Height	1,085 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,375 mm	Wheelbase	1,420 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	850 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	15.2 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

The Yamaha R6 2017 is still a visually and dynamically radical supersport motorbike that is one of the best and probably the last of its kind. The EURO4 standard costs the 599 cubic in-line four-cylinder with titanium valves a whole 11 hp compared to the 2007/2008 model. Yamaha is clearly targeting hobby, amateur and professional racers who don't care about standard performance anyway. With more than 50 accessories, the R6 can be upgraded according to need and budget. However, everyone should be aware that this can cost a lot of money.

Strong, direct brakes

sharp looks

automatic gearshift

good wind protection

precise handling

high transparency

radical seating position unsuitable for touring

standard power only 118.4 hp

upgrade cost-intensive

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy