2012 Honda CB600F Hornet

Honda CB600F Hornet 2012


2012 Honda CB600F Hornet specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Honda's profilation of this bike
Since it first shook up the streetfighter scene in 1998, the CB600F Hornet has become one of the most influential middleweight Naked motorcycles. A close blood relative of the race-winning CBR600RR, the first CB600F presented an unprecedented package of sporty performance and light, user-friendly handling.

General information
Model name Honda CB600F Hornet
Year model 2012
Type Naked bike
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Engine and transmission
Engine size 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Type of engine In-line four, four-stroke
Effect 100.6 HP (73.4 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque 63.5 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 46.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Compression 12.0:1
Bore x stroke 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. PGM-FI electronic fuel injection 
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance 
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Driveline #525 O-ring sealed chain 
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Front suspension 41mm inverted telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel 
Rear suspension Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 128mm axle travel 
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 180/55-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc. Optional ABS
Diameter 296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Optional ABS
Diameter 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels Hollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Seat height 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1095 mm (43.1 inches)
Overall length 2090 mm (82.3 inches)
Overall width 740 mm (29.1 inches)
Ground clearance 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheelbase 1435 mm (56.5 inches)
Fuel capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
Other specifications
Starter Electric
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