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The 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane and 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport 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 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport, hailing from Italy, by contrast offered 1064cc of OHV V-twin power, delivering 90hp at 7500rpm. Tipping the scales at 213.0kg (470 lbs) with a top speed of 220km/h (137 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 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport, hailing from Italy, by contrast offered 1064cc of OHV V-twin power, delivering 90hp at 7500rpm. Tipping the scales at 213.0kg (470 lbs) with a top speed of 220km/h (137 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 | 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 598 cc | 1064 cc |
| Power | 85 hp | 90 hp |
| Torque | 54.0 Nm | 86.0 Nm |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 220 km/h |
| Quarter Mile | — | — |
| Dry Weight | 182.0 kg | 213.0 kg |
| Wet Weight | 198.0 kg | 230.0 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 L | 18.0 L |
| Gears | 6 -speed | 5 -speed |
The Verdict
For pure sportbike performance, the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane has the edge thanks to a higher top speed and lower weight. The 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport, however, excels when aggressive cornering and track-day performance is the priority. Parts availability is good for the 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane and moderate for the 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport — an important factor for any restoration project.
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.
Full 1987 Honda CBR600F Hurricane Profile →About the 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport
A sport bike from 1994, the 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport delivers 90hp from its 1064cc OHV V-twin engine.
Full 1994 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport Profile →