Engineered by Honda for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2003 Honda CB 600 S Hornet-S utilizes a 600 cc (36.6 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 95 HP (69.3 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 63 Nm (46.5 lb-ft) at 9,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 158.3 HP per liter and a 2,500 rpm working window between peak torque (9,500 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the CB 600 S Hornet-S measures 178 kg (392 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.53 HP/kg (1.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2002 to 2003, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
158.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.53 HP/kg (1.87 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,500–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
790 mm (31.1 in)
Engine
Displacement600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power95.0 HP (69.3 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM
Bore x Stroke65.0 x 45.2 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches)
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight178.0 kg (392.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.5337 HP/kg
Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
