Positioned in Honda's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Honda CBF600S features a 599.3 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. 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 6-speed gearbox. 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 218 kg (481 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.35 HP/kg (2.85 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 770 mm (30.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,490 mm (58.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. 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
0.35 HP/kg (2.85 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,250–10,500 rpm
Standover Height
770 mm (30.3 in)
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
Compression11.6:1
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionComputer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
DrivelineO-ring Sealed chain
Chassis
Front Suspension41mm telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel
Rear SuspensionMonoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 125mm axle travel
Wheelbase1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Ground Clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre160/60-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
WheelsU-section twin 6-spoke cast aluminium
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight218.0 kg (480.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3506 HP/kg
Seat Height770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall Height1240 mm (48.8 inches)
Overall Length2160 mm (85.0 inches)
Overall Width765 mm (30.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, red/black, white/black, gold/black
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