Engineered by Honda for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2003 Honda CBR 600 RR features a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 117 HP (85.4 kW) at 13,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 195.3 HP per liter, the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the CBR 600 RR measures 169 kg (373 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.69 HP/kg (1.44 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams. The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2003 to 2008, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
195.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.69 HP/kg (1.44 kg/HP)
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power117.0 HP (85.4 kW)) @ 13000 RPM
Bore x Stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight169.0 kg (372.6 pounds)
Power/Weight0.6923 HP/kg
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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