Positioned in Honda's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Honda CBF600S utilizes a 599.3 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76.4 HP (55.8 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 59 Nm (43.5 lb-ft) at 8,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 127.5 HP per liter and a 2,250 rpm working window between peak torque (8,250 rpm) and peak power (10,500 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 CBF600S measures 222 kg (489 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.91 kg per horsepower). The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2008 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
127.5 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.34 HP/kg (2.91 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,250–10,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement599.3 ccm (36.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power76.4 HP (55.8 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque59.0 Nm (6.0 kgf-m or 43.5 ft.lbs) @ 8250 RPM
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMechanical; cable-actuated, Wet, multiplate with coil springs
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Torque
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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.
