Engineered by Honda for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2007 Honda CB600F Hornet features a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 75 HP (54.7 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 125.2 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 reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the CB600F Hornet measures 173 kg (381 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.43 HP/kg (2.31 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 785 mm (30.9 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 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2007 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
125.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.43 HP/kg (2.31 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,500–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
785 mm (30.9 in)
Engine
Displacement599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power75.0 HP (54.7 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque63.5 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 46.8 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Bore x Stroke65.0 x 45.2 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Chassis
Front Suspension41mm telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel
Rear SuspensionMonoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 125mm axle travel
Wheelbase1435 mm (56.5 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight173.0 kg (381.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4335 HP/kg
Seat Height785 mm (30.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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