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Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZF-R6

Complete specifications comparison to help you choose

Motorcycle Comparison
Honda CBF 500

Honda CBF 500

৳835,000
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Yamaha YZF-R6

Yamaha YZF-R6

৳1,500,000
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Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 - Detailed Analysis

🏍️ Honda CBF 500 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 - Complete Comparison Guide 2025

Deciding between the Honda CBF 500 and Yamaha YZF-R6? This comprehensive comparison covers everything you need to know to make the right choice for your motorcycle needs in Bangladesh.

💰 Price Comparison Bangladesh 2025

The Honda CBF 500 is priced at 450,000,550,000 BDT while the Yamaha YZF-R6 costs 1,500,000 BDT. The Honda CBF 500 is 449,999,050,000 BDT more expensive. Both bikes offer excellent value in their respective segments.

🔧 Technical Specifications

The Honda CBF 500 features a N/Acc engine from Honda, making it a strong contender in the Street Bike category. The Yamaha YZF-R6 comes with a N/Acc engine from Yamaha, positioning it well in the Sports Bike segment.

⚡ Key Comparison Points

  • Brand Reputation: Honda vs Yamaha - Both established names in Bangladesh
  • Engine Capacity: N/Acc vs N/Acc
  • Price Point: 450,000,550,000 BDT vs 1,500,000 BDT
  • Bike Category: Street Bike vs Sports Bike
  • Target Market: Different riding preferences and budgets

🎯 Which Motorcycle to Choose?

Choose Honda CBF 500 if you prefer Honda's engineering, Street Bike characteristics, and the 450,000,550,000 BDT price point suits your budget.

Choose Yamaha YZF-R6 if Yamaha's reputation, Sports Bike features, and 1,500,000 BDT pricing align better with your requirements.

🏆 Final Recommendation

Both motorcycles have strong dealer networks in Bangladesh. Consider test riding both bikes before making your final decision. Factor in after-sales service, spare parts availability, and fuel efficiency based on your specific usage pattern.

💡 Expert Tip: Visit authorized dealers in Dhaka, Chittagong, or your local area to experience both bikes firsthand and negotiate the best price including insurance and registration.

Complete Specifications Comparison

Basic Information

Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, parallel twin
4-stroke, 4-Cylinder, DOHC
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, parallel twin
4-stroke, 4-Cylinder, DOHC
Controller Type
N/A
N/A
Controller Type
N/A
N/A
Transmission Type
6-speed manual
Manual
Transmission Type
6-speed manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Wet, multi-plate
Wet, Multiple Disc
Clutch Type
Wet, multi-plate
Wet, Multiple Disc
Drive Type
Chain
Chain
Drive Type
Chain
Chain
Brand
Honda
Yamaha
Brand
Honda
Yamaha
Model
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZF-R6
Model
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZF-R6
Bike Name
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZF-R6
Bike Name
Honda CBF 500
Yamaha YZF-R6
Model Year
2007
2020
Model Year
2007
2020
Category/Type
Street Bike
Sports Bike
Category/Type
Street Bike
Sports Bike
Country of Origin
Japan
Japan
Country of Origin
Japan
Japan
Assembly Location
Japan
N/A
Assembly Location
Japan
N/A
Status
Discontinued (used only)
Discontinued
Status
Discontinued (used only)
Discontinued
Colors Available
Black, Silver, Blue
Icon Blue, Midnight Black, Intensity White
Colors Available
Black, Silver, Blue
Icon Blue, Midnight Black, Intensity White
Battery Type
Lead-acid
Maintenance Free
Battery Type
Lead-acid
Maintenance Free
Charger Type
N/A
N/A
Charger Type
N/A
N/A
Seat Type
Split
Split
Seat Type
Split
Split
Handle Type
Standard
Standard
Handle Type
Standard
Standard
Frame Type
Steel diamond
Diamond
Frame Type
Steel diamond
Diamond
Swingarm Type
Dual-sided
N/A
Swingarm Type
Dual-sided
N/A

Engine & Performance

Displacement (cc)
499.0
599.0
Displacement (cc)
499.0
599.0
Maximum Power
57.00
118.40
Maximum Power
57.00
118.40
Maximum Torque
45.00
61.70
Maximum Torque
45.00
61.70
Peak Power
57 hp @ 9,500 rpm
118.4 HP
Peak Power
57 hp @ 9,500 rpm
118.4 HP
Number of Cylinders
2
4
Number of Cylinders
2
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Valve Configuration
DOHC
DOHC
Valves Per Cylinder
4
N/A
Valves Per Cylinder
4
N/A
Bore
73.0
67.0
Bore
73.0
67.0
Stroke
59.6
42.5
Stroke
59.6
42.5
Bore x Stroke
73 x 59.6 mm
67 mm x 42.5 mm
Bore x Stroke
73 x 59.6 mm
67 mm x 42.5 mm
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
13.1:1
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
13.1:1
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Liquid Cooled
Cooling System
Liquid-cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuel Supply System
Carburetor
Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Supply System
Carburetor
Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition System
Digital CDI
TCI (Digital)
Ignition System
Digital CDI
TCI (Digital)
Engine Layout
Parallel Twin
4-Cylinder, DOHC, Forward-Inclined Parallel
Engine Layout
Parallel Twin
4-Cylinder, DOHC, Forward-Inclined Parallel
Engine Oil Grade
10W-40
N/A
Engine Oil Grade
10W-40
N/A
Valve Adjustment Interval
24000
N/A
Valve Adjustment Interval
24000
N/A
Starting System
Electric
Electric
Starting System
Electric
Electric
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
N/A
Engine Kill Switch
Yes
N/A
Power-to-Weight Ratio
0.31 hp/kg
N/A
Power-to-Weight Ratio
0.31 hp/kg
N/A
Power Consumption
N/A
N/A
Power Consumption
N/A
N/A
Motor Power
N/A
N/A
Motor Power
N/A
N/A
Emission Standard
Euro 2
BS6 Compliant
Emission Standard
Euro 2
BS6 Compliant
Battery Power
12V
N/A
Battery Power
12V
N/A
Power Mode Indicator
N/A
N/A
Power Mode Indicator
N/A
N/A

Fuel & Mileage

Engine Oil Capacity
2.7
3.4
Engine Oil Capacity
2.7
3.4
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.0
17.0
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.0
17.0
Fuel Economy
N/A
N/A
Fuel Economy
N/A
N/A
Average Mileage
20.0
15.0
Average Mileage
20.0
15.0
Mileage City
N/A
N/A
Mileage City
N/A
N/A
Mileage Highway
N/A
N/A
Mileage Highway
N/A
N/A
Load Capacity
170
N/A
Load Capacity
170
N/A
Battery Capacity
12.0
N/A
Battery Capacity
12.0
N/A
Range
340–400 km
N/A
Range
340–400 km
N/A
Range Indicator
No
N/A
Range Indicator
No
N/A
Range Per Charge (Eco)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Eco)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Normal)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
N/A
N/A
Range Per Charge (Sport)
N/A
N/A
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
Yes
Yes

Performance & Speed

Top Speed
185
262
Top Speed
185
262
Acceleration (0-60)
~3.0 sec
N/A
Acceleration (0-60)
~3.0 sec
N/A
Acceleration (0-100)
~5.5 sec
~3.0 secs
Acceleration (0-100)
~5.5 sec
~3.0 secs
Quick Shifter
N/A
N/A
Quick Shifter
N/A
N/A
Launch Control
N/A
N/A
Launch Control
N/A
N/A
Traction Control
No
Switchable
Traction Control
No
Switchable

Transmission & Drive

Number of Gears
6
6
Number of Gears
6
6
Gear Pattern
1-N-2-3-4-5-6
N/A
Gear Pattern
1-N-2-3-4-5-6
N/A
Gear Ratios
Standard 6-speed
N/A
Gear Ratios
Standard 6-speed
N/A
Primary Drive
Chain
N/A
Primary Drive
Chain
N/A
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Chain
Final Drive
O-ring sealed chain
Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain
Chain
Drive Chain/Belt Type
Chain
Chain
Chain/Belt Life
1800020000
N/A
Chain/Belt Life
1800020000
N/A

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length
2170
2040
Overall Length
2170
2040
Overall Width
762
695
Overall Width
762
695
Overall Height
1110
1150
Overall Height
1110
1150
Wheelbase
1480
1375
Wheelbase
1480
1375
Ground Clearance
140
130
Ground Clearance
140
130
Seat Height
770
850
Seat Height
770
850
Step-up Seat Height
770 mm
N/A
Step-up Seat Height
770 mm
N/A
Kerb Weight
186.0
190.0
Kerb Weight
186.0
190.0
Gross Weight
183
N/A
Gross Weight
183
N/A
Battery Weight
~3 kg
N/A
Battery Weight
~3 kg
N/A

Brakes & Safety

Front Brake Type
Disc (dual-piston/ABS triple-piston)
Disc
Front Brake Type
Disc (dual-piston/ABS triple-piston)
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Brake Size
296.0
320.0
Front Brake Size
296.0
320.0
Rear Brake Size
240.0
220.0
Rear Brake Size
240.0
220.0
ABS Type
Optional (ABS/Non-ABS variants)
2-Channel ABS
ABS Type
Optional (ABS/Non-ABS variants)
2-Channel ABS
Brake Pad Life
1200015000
N/A
Brake Pad Life
1200015000
N/A
Braking Distance
42 m (100-0 km/h)
N/A
Braking Distance
42 m (100-0 km/h)
N/A
Regenerative Braking
N/A
N/A
Regenerative Braking
N/A
N/A
Anti-Theft System
N/A
N/A
Anti-Theft System
N/A
N/A
Central Lock
N/A
N/A
Central Lock
N/A
N/A
Remote Lock
N/A
N/A
Remote Lock
N/A
N/A
Handle Lock
Yes
N/A
Handle Lock
Yes
N/A
Steering Lock
Yes
N/A
Steering Lock
Yes
N/A

Suspension & Handling

Front Suspension Type
41mm telescopic fork
43mm Upside Down (USD) Forks
Front Suspension Type
41mm telescopic fork
43mm Upside Down (USD) Forks
Rear Suspension Type
Monoshock, 7-step adjustable
Monoshock
Rear Suspension Type
Monoshock, 7-step adjustable
Monoshock
Front Suspension Travel
120.0
120.0
Front Suspension Travel
120.0
120.0
Rear Suspension Travel
125.0
120.0
Rear Suspension Travel
125.0
120.0
Adjustable Controls
Yes (levers, preload)
N/A
Adjustable Controls
Yes (levers, preload)
N/A
Climbing Ability
N/A
N/A
Climbing Ability
N/A
N/A

Wheels & Tires

Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)
Front Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17
120/70-ZR17 M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre Size
160/60 ZR17
180/55-ZR 17M/C (73W)
Rear Tyre Size
160/60 ZR17
180/55-ZR 17M/C (73W)
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Tyre Brand
Varies (OEM: Bridgestone/Michelin)
N/A
Tyre Brand
Varies (OEM: Bridgestone/Michelin)
N/A
Tyre Life
1200015000
N/A
Tyre Life
1200015000
N/A
Wheel Type
Cast
Alloy
Wheel Type
Cast
Alloy
Wheel Material
Alloy
Alloy
Wheel Material
Alloy
Alloy

Electrical & Battery

Motor Efficiency
N/A
N/A
Motor Efficiency
N/A
N/A
Motor Life
N/A
N/A
Motor Life
N/A
N/A
Motor Placement
N/A
N/A
Motor Placement
N/A
N/A
Motor Controller
N/A
N/A
Motor Controller
N/A
N/A
Controller Voltage
N/A
N/A
Controller Voltage
N/A
N/A
Controller Life
N/A
N/A
Controller Life
N/A
N/A
Battery Voltage
12.0
N/A
Battery Voltage
12.0
N/A
Battery Rating
12V
N/A
Battery Rating
12V
N/A
Battery Life
24
N/A
Battery Life
24
N/A
Battery Warranty
1 year
N/A
Battery Warranty
1 year
N/A
Battery Removable
Yes
N/A
Battery Removable
Yes
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
40006000
N/A
Battery Replacement Cost
40006000
N/A
Battery Health Check
Manual
N/A
Battery Health Check
Manual
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
N/A
N/A
Battery Life Indicator
N/A
N/A
Battery Management System
N/A
N/A
Battery Management System
N/A
N/A
Charging Time
N/A
N/A
Charging Time
N/A
N/A
Charging Port
N/A
N/A
Charging Port
N/A
N/A
Charging Input
N/A
N/A
Charging Input
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
N/A
N/A
USB Charging
No
No
USB Charging
No
No

Lighting & Display

Error Code Display
No
N/A
Error Code Display
No
N/A
Headlight Type
Halogen
N/A
Headlight Type
Halogen
N/A
Tail Light Type
Bulb
N/A
Tail Light Type
Bulb
N/A
Turn Signal Type
Bulb
N/A
Turn Signal Type
Bulb
N/A
DRL
No
N/A
DRL
No
N/A
Hazard Light
No
N/A
Hazard Light
No
N/A
Display Type
Analog
Analogue-Digital
Display Type
Analog
Analogue-Digital
Speedometer Type
Analog
Digital
Speedometer Type
Analog
Digital
Odometer Type
Analog
Digital
Odometer Type
Analog
Digital
Tachometer Type
Analog
Analogue
Tachometer Type
Analog
Analogue
Fuel Gauge Type
Analog
Digital
Fuel Gauge Type
Analog
Digital
Clock
Yes
Digital
Clock
Yes
Digital
Pass Light Switch
Yes
N/A
Pass Light Switch
Yes
N/A
Side Stand Indicator
No
N/A
Side Stand Indicator
No
N/A

Technology & Features

Trip Meter
Yes
Digital
Trip Meter
Yes
Digital
Mobile Connectivity
N/A
N/A
Mobile Connectivity
N/A
N/A
Bluetooth Features
N/A
N/A
Bluetooth Features
N/A
N/A
Navigation
N/A
N/A
Navigation
N/A
N/A
Riding Modes
N/A
N/A
Riding Modes
N/A
N/A
Parking Mode
N/A
N/A
Parking Mode
N/A
N/A
Reverse Mode
N/A
N/A
Reverse Mode
N/A
N/A

Comfort & Ergonomics

Wind Protection
Minimal (small screen)
Yes
Wind Protection
Minimal (small screen)
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Yes
Pillion Footrest
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
N/A
Pillion Grab Rails
Yes
N/A
Footpeg Position
Standard
Standard
Footpeg Position
Standard
Standard
Storage Compartments
No
No
Storage Compartments
No
No
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Under Seat Storage
No
No

Pricing & Availability

Ex-showroom Price
450000550000.00 BDT
N/A
Ex-showroom Price
450000550000.00 BDT
N/A
On-Road Price
N/A
N/A
On-Road Price
N/A
N/A
Regular Price
450000550000.00 BDT
৳1,500,000
Regular Price
450000550000.00 BDT
৳1,500,000
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Special Price
N/A
N/A
Registration Cost
2500035000
N/A
Registration Cost
2500035000
N/A
Insurance Cost
1500025000
N/A
Insurance Cost
1500025000
N/A
EMI Options
Rare/Not common
N/A
EMI Options
Rare/Not common
N/A
Distributor/Seller
Importers/Used Bike Dealers
Not officially available
Distributor/Seller
Importers/Used Bike Dealers
Not officially available
Service Cost
25004000
N/A
Service Cost
25004000
N/A
Running Cost
Low to moderate
High
Running Cost
Low to moderate
High

Service & Maintenance

Air Filter Service Interval
10,000 km
N/A
Air Filter Service Interval
10,000 km
N/A
Service Reminder
No
N/A
Service Reminder
No
N/A
Spare Parts Availability
Moderate (imported)
Limited
Spare Parts Availability
Moderate (imported)
Limited
Service Intervals
5000
N/A
Service Intervals
5000
N/A
Warranty Terms
N/A (imported/used)
N/A
Warranty Terms
N/A (imported/used)
N/A