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The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane and 1973 BMW R90S both compete in the sportbike segment, offering riders distinct interpretations of the formula.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane from Japan was powered by a 598cc DOHC inline-4 producing 85hp at 11000rpm. Weighing 182.0kg (401 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1973 BMW R90S, hailing from Germany, by contrast offered 898cc of OHV flat-twin power, delivering 67hp at 7000rpm. Tipping the scales at 200.0kg (441 lbs) with a top speed of 200km/h (124 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane from Japan was powered by a 598cc DOHC inline-4 producing 85hp at 11000rpm. Weighing 182.0kg (401 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at sportbike riders.
The 1973 BMW R90S, hailing from Germany, by contrast offered 898cc of OHV flat-twin power, delivering 67hp at 7000rpm. Tipping the scales at 200.0kg (441 lbs) with a top speed of 200km/h (124 mph), it offered a distinct riding experience. 1980s motorcycles are the rising stars of the collector market. Early sportbikes and final-generation air-cooled models are gaining strong interest.
Specifications Comparison
| 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane | 1973 BMW R90S | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 598 cc | 898 cc |
| Power | 85 hp | 67 hp |
| Torque | 54.0 Nm | 68.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 182.0 kg | 200.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 198.0 kg | 215.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 L | 17.0 L |
| Gears | 6 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure sportbike performance, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane has the edge thanks to more power (85hp vs 67hp) and a higher top speed and lower weight. The 1973 BMW R90S, however, excels when aggressive cornering and track-day performance is the priority. For collectors, the 1973 BMW R90S commands more attention with a 9/10 collectibility rating.
About the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane
A sport bike from 1987, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane delivers 85hp from its 598cc DOHC inline-4 engine.
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The 1973 1973 BMW R90S packs a 898cc OHV flat-twin engine with 67hp into a sport bike package from BMW.
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