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CB600F ABS

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Power/Weight
0.5 hp/kg
Torque
64 Nm
Engine
599 ccm

2011 Honda CB600F ABS Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Honda's naked motorcycle platform, the 2011 Honda CB600F ABS relies on a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100.6 HP (73.4 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 63.5 Nm (46.8 lb-ft) at 10,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 167.9 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (10,500 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 CB600F ABS measures 202 kg (445 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (2.01 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,435 mm (56.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 19-liter (5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
167.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (2.01 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,500–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 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/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Injection. PGM-FI
Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Driveline #525 O-ring sealed chain
Chassis
Front Suspension 41mm inverted telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel
Rear Suspension Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 128mm axle travel
Wheelbase 1435 mm (56.5 inches)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/55-ZR17
Front Brakes Double disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Front Brake Ø 296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Anti-lock braking (ABS)
Rear Brake Ø 240 mm (9.4 inches)
Wheels Hollow-section 5-spoke cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 202.0 kg (445.3 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.4979 HP/kg
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)
Fuel Capacity 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options White/red, silver/red, yellow, gold, red, black
Notes

Model also called Honda Hornet.

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