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The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane and 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 are both iconic 1980s sportbikes that defined their respective markets.
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 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 by contrast offered 997cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 137hp at 10500rpm. Tipping the scales at 228.0kg (503 lbs) with a top speed of 265km/h (165 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 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 by contrast offered 997cc of DOHC inline-4 power, delivering 137hp at 10500rpm. Tipping the scales at 228.0kg (503 lbs) with a top speed of 265km/h (165 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 | 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 598 cc | 997 cc |
| Power | 85 hp | 137 hp |
| Torque | 54.0 Nm | 98.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 265 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 182.0 kg | 228.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 198.0 kg | 248.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 L | 22.0 L |
| Gears | 6 -speed | 6 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure sportbike performance, the 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 has the edge thanks to more power (137hp vs 85hp) and a higher top speed. The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane, however, excels when aggressive cornering and track-day performance is the priority.
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 1988 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 is a 997cc four-cylinder sport bike that became one of Kawasaki's most memorable motorcycles of the 1980s.
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