2008 Honda CB600F Hornet
Introduction
Head-turning style and exhilarating performance come
together in the CB600F Hornet like no other bike on
the road. As the undisputed pioneer of naked midsized
performers, the Hornet has consistently set
the standard for brazen streetfighter looks and blistering
riding fun. Slimmer, lighter, more powerful and easier to
ride than any other bike in its class, the Hornet gets its
blast of performance from the same compact engine that
powers the phenomenal CBR600RR to domination on
track and street, yet tuned for stronger midrange
acceleration that keeps the Hornet’s excitement meter
running high. Fat, racy-looking tyres, a pointed dual
headlight and cowl, and a slim seat rail that seems to
hang in space over the rear tyre complete the Hornet’s
look of aggressive intent, and assure you of the ride of
your life every time you climb aboard.
• Lightweight and compact fuel-injected DOHC inlinefour
engine tuned for stronger thrusts of midrange
acceleration.
• Low-slung exhaust system centralises mass to keep
handling light and easy.
• HECS3 oxygen-sensing catalytic exhaust gas
converter system minimises emissions of harmful
exhaust gases to ensure full compliance with strict
EURO-3 emissions regulations.
• Advanced die-cast aluminium frame and swingarm
reduce weight.
• Impressive-looking 41mm inverted front fork and
Monoshock rear damper deliver sharp, confident
handling.
• Combined ABS version provides both the smooth
operating ease of Combined brakes and the confident
control of Honda’s most advanced Antilock Brake
System.
• New Pearl Cool White, Quasar Silver Metallic and
Pearl Fiji Blue colour variations.
Colours
• Pearl Cool White
• Quasar Silver Metallic
• Pearl Nightstar Black
• Pearl Amber Yellow
• Pearl Fiji Blue
Specifications
Engine
Type -
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC
inline-4
Displacement - 599cm³
Bore x Stroke - 67 x 42.5mm
Compression Ratio - 12 : 1
Max. Power Output - 75kW / 12,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque - 63.5Nm / 10,500min-1 (95/1/EC)
Idling Speed - 1,350min-1
Oil Capacity - 3.5 litres
Fuel System
Carburation - PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore - 36mm
Aircleaner - Dry, cartridge-type paper filter
Fuel Tank Capacity -
19 litres (including 4-litre LCD-indicated
reserve)
Electrical System
Ignition System -
Computer-controlled digital transistorised
with electronic advance
Ignition Timing - 10° BTDC (idle) ~ 60° BTDC (13,500min-1)
Sparkplug Type - CR9EH-9 (NGK); U27FER-9 (DENSO)
Starter - Electric
Battery Capacity - 12V / 8.6AH
ACG Output - 333W
Headlights - 12V, 55W x 1 (low) / 55W x 1 (high)
Drivetrain
Clutch - Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Clutch Operation - Mechanical; cable-actuated
Transmission- 6-speed
Primary Reduction - 2.111 (76/36)
Gear Ratios - 2.750 (33/12),
2; 1.938 (31/16),
3; 1.556 (28/18),
4; 1.348 (31/23),
5; 1.208 (29/24),
6; 1.095 (23/21)
Final Reduction - 2.688 (43/16)
Final Drive - #525 O-ring sealed chain
Frame
Type -
Mono-backbone; rectangular-section gravity
die-cast aluminium
Chassis
Dimensions - 2,090 x 740 x 1,095mm
Wheelbase - 1,435mm
Caster Angle - 25°
Trail - 99mm
Seat Height - 800mm
Ground Clearance - 135mm
Kerb Weight -
198kg (F: 98.2kg; R: 99.8kg), *203kg (F:100.7kg; R: 102.3kg)
Max. Carrying Capacity - 188kg
Loaded Weight- 386kg (F: 191.4kg; R: 194.6kg)
Suspension
Type Front -
41mm inverted telescopic fork, 120mm axle
travel
Rear -
Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable
preload, 128mm axle travel
Wheels
Type - Front Hollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminium
Rear - Hollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminium
Rim Size Front - 17M/C x MT3.50
Rear - 17M/C x MT5.50
Tyre Size Front - 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear - 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W)
Tyre Pressure Front - 250kPa
Rear - 290kPa
Brakes
Type Front -
296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with dualpiston
(*three-piston) callipers, floating rotors
(*ABS) and sintered metal pads
Rear -
240 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-piston
calliper (*ABS) and sintered metal pads
* Combined ABS version
All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.
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