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CBR 600 F Ultima Light

Euro 10000. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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MotoLibrary Score
63 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.56 hp/kg
Top Speed
290 km/h
Torque
65 Nm
Engine
600 ccm

2000 Honda CBR 600 F Ultima Light Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2000 Honda CBR 600 F Ultima Light sport motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 600 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110.2 HP (80.4 kW) at 12,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 65 Nm (47.9 lb-ft) at 10,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 183.7 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (10,500 rpm) and peak power (12,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the CBR 600 F Ultima Light measures 220 kg (485 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (2 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 6 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 300 km (186 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 290 km/h (180 mph).

Specific Output
183.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (2 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
10,500–12,500 rpm
Theoretical Range
~300 km (186 mi)
Engine
Displacement 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches)
Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke
Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke
Power 110.2 HP (80.4 kW)) @ 12500 RPM
Torque 65.0 Nm (6.6 kgf-m or 47.9 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM
Compression 13.0:1
Bore x Stroke 67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor. Mikuni
Fuel Control Membrane & variable discharge openings
Ignition electric
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate wet, cable operated
Driveline #525 O-ring-sealed chain
Performance
Top Speed 290.0 km/h (180.2 mph)
60-140 km/h 3.00 seconds
Fuel Consumption 6.00 litres/100 km (16.7 km/l or 39.20 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 139.2 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Exhaust stainless steel pipes
Chassis
Frame Type Aluminium, twin spar
Rake 24.0°
Trail 97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front Suspension 43mm fully adjustable cartridge-type fork
Front Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear Suspension Pro-Link featuring fully adjustable gas-charged remote reservoir damper
Rear Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-zr17
Rear Tyre 180/70-17
Front Brakes Double disc. 4-piston calipers
Front Brake Ø 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. 2piston calipers
Rear Brake Ø 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds)
Weight incl. 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.5566 HP/kg
Seat Height 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2065 mm (81.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 3.30 litres (3.49 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric
Electrical YTX9-BS battery.
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