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The 1989 Honda GB500 TT and 1986 Yamaha SRX600 are both iconic 1980s cafe racers that defined their respective markets.
The 1989 Honda GB500 TT from Japan was powered by a 498cc SOHC single producing 40hp at 7000rpm. Weighing 170.0kg (375 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at cafe racer riders.
The 1986 Yamaha SRX600 by contrast offered 608cc of SOHC single power, delivering 45hp at 6500rpm. Tipping the scales at 156.0kg (344 lbs) with a top speed of 165km/h (103 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 1989 Honda GB500 TT from Japan was powered by a 498cc SOHC single producing 40hp at 7000rpm. Weighing 170.0kg (375 lbs) and with a seat height of 790mm, it was aimed at cafe racer riders.
The 1986 Yamaha SRX600 by contrast offered 608cc of SOHC single power, delivering 45hp at 6500rpm. Tipping the scales at 156.0kg (344 lbs) with a top speed of 165km/h (103 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
| 1989 Honda GB500 TT | 1986 Yamaha SRX600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 498 cc | 608 cc |
| Power | 40 hp | 45 hp |
| Torque | 39.0 Nm | 48.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 165 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 170.0 kg | 156.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 184.0 kg | 170.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1395 mm | 1395 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 L | 13.0 L |
| Gears | 5 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure cafe racer performance, the 1986 Yamaha SRX600 has the edge thanks to more power (45hp vs 40hp) and a higher top speed and lower weight. The 1989 Honda GB500 TT, however, excels when spirited café-racer style riding is the priority.
About the 1989 Honda GB500 TT
The 1989 1989 Honda GB500 TT packs a 498cc SOHC single engine with 40hp into a cafe racer package from Honda.
Full 1989 Honda GB500 TT Profile →About the 1986 Yamaha SRX600
The 1986 1986 Yamaha SRX600 packs a 608cc SOHC single engine with 45hp into a cafe racer package from Yamaha.
Full 1986 Yamaha SRX600 Profile →