Honda Hornet CB600F and CB6000S (faired) Specifications.
Model Information
Launched in UK April 1998. Specification remained same through 1998 and 1999. Model updated for year 2000. Hornet S (faired version) also introduced for 2000.
Full revamp for unfaired model in 2003.
Scroll down for model update details and comparisons.
Hornet Colour info
1998 - Boon Silver Metallic, Candy Blazing Red, Candy Tahitian Blue. 1999 - Candy Tahitian Blue, pearl Shining Yellow, Italian Red. 2000 - (unfaired) Candy Tahitian Blue, Pearl Shining Yellow, Mute Black Metallic. 2000 - (faired) Candy Tahitian Blue, Mute Black Metallic, Force Silver Metallic.
2001 - (unfaired) Yellow, Blue, Black 2001- (faired) Silver, Black, Blue 2002 - (unfaired) Yellow, Blue, Black 2002 - (faired) Silver, Black, Blue 2003 - (unfaired) Blue, Black, White 2003 - (faired) Silver, Black, Blue
1998/9 SPEC
Engine
Liquid-cooled4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Bore & Stroke
65 x 45,2mm
Displacement
599 cubic centimetres
Compression Ratio
12:1 Carburettors 34mm slanted flat-side CV type x 4
Max. Power output
96/PS/12,000rpm (DIN)
Max Torque
6.4kg-m/9,500rpm (DIN)
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transitorised with electronic advance
Starter
Electric
Transmission
6-Speed
Final-Drive
'O'-ring sealed chain Dimensions
(LxWxH)
2090x730x1060mm
Wheelbase
1420mm
Seat Height
790mm
Ground Clearance
140mm
Fuel Capacity
16 Litres
FRONT: 16xMT3.50 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
REAR: 17xMT5.00 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
Tyres
FRONT: 130/70ZR16 (61W) (Michelin Bridgestone)
REAR: 180/55ZR17 (73W) (Michelin Bridgestone)
Suspension
FRONT: 41mm telescopic fork, 125mm axle travel
REAR: Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 128mm axle travel
Brakes
FRONT:296mmx4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with dual piston calipers, floating rods and resin mould pads
REAR: 220mmx5mm single piston caliper hydraulic disc with sintered metal pads
Dry Weight
176kg
2000 SPEC
Engine
Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Bore & Stroke
65 x 45,2mm
Displacement
599 cubic centimetres
Compression Ratio
12:1
Carburettors
34mm slanted flat-side CV type x 4
Max. Power output
95.3/PS/12,000rpm (DIN)
Max Torque
6.3kg-m/10,000rpm (DIN)
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transitorised with electronic advance
Starter
Electric
Transmission
6-Speed
Final-Drive
'O'-ring sealed chain Dimensions
(LxWxH) 2095x740x1065mm
Wheelbase
1425mm
Seat Height
790mm
Ground Clearance
140mm
Fuel Capacity
16 Litres
Wheels
FRONT: 17xMT3.50 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
REAR: 17xMT5.50 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
Tyres
FRONT: 120/70ZR17 (61W) (Michelin/Bridgestone)
REAR: 180/55ZR17 (73W) (Michelin/Bridgestone)
Suspension
FRONT: 41mm telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel
REAR: Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 128mm axle travel
Brakes
FRONT: 296mmx4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with dual piston calipers, floating rods and sintered metal pads
REAR: 220mmx5mm single piston caliper hydraulic disc with sintered metal pads
Dry Weight
176kg (unfaired) 181kg (faired)
2003 SPEC
Engine
Liquid-cooled4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Bore & Stroke
65 x 45.2mm
Displacement
600 cubic centimetres
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
Carburettors
34mm slanted flat-side CV type x 4
Max. Power output
71kW/12,000min-1 (95/1/EC), 96 bhp
Max Torque
63Nm/10,000min-1 (95/1/EC), 46 ft-lb
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital transitorised with electronic advance
Starter
Electric
Transmission
6-Speed
Final-Drive
'O'-ring sealed chain
Dimensions
(LxWxH)2095x740x1065mm
Wheelbase
1420mm
Seat Height
790mm
Ground Clearance
140mm
Fuel Capacity
17 Litres
Wheels
FRONT: 17xMT3.50 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
REAR: 17xMT5.50 hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
Tyres
FRONT: 120/70ZR17 (58W) (Michelin/Bridgestone)
REAR: 180/55ZR17 (73W) (Michelin/Bridgestone)
Suspension
FRONT: 41mm telescopic fork, 120mm axle travel
REAR Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload, 128mm axle travel
Brakes
FRONT: 296mm x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with dual-piston callipers, floating
rotors and sintered metal pads
REAR: 220mm x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-pistonÊ
Dry Weight
178kg (unfaired)
Model Updates and Comparisons 1998 - 2003
From it's launch in 1998 through to the end of 1999 the Hornet model remained unchanged. For 2000 Honda introduced some modifications to the Hornet and also introduced the Hornet S, a faired version to the bike. Most die hard Hornet fans prefer the original naked version, but saying that, the faired version still looks OK. You can find further information on the Hornet S by scrolling down.
2000
Concentrating on the Original naked Hornet, the differnces between the 1998/9 model and the 2000 model as as follows:
• The 2000 Hornet has a 17 inch front wheel compared to the original Hornet's 16 inch version. The front tyre on the 2000 model is slightly narrower. 120 as a pose to a 130.
The increase in size of the front wheel and the change of tyre spec as improved handling a great deal. My first Hornet was a 98, my current Hornet is a 2000 model and the difference is very noticeable, particularly when dropping into fast corners. The bike feels more stable and more positive. Sometimes the 1998/9 model felt a little 'vague'.
• The 2000 Hornet has uprated brakes. It uses a stronger passover system at the front (being steel instead of reinforced rubber) which has improved the braking power considerably. To boost the brakes all round, Honda have also fitted better pads.
• The 2000 Hornet has black brake calipers as a pose to the gold ones of the 98/99 models.
• The 2000 Hornet has re-mapped ignition timing for a slight power increase and better response througout the rev range.
• The 2000 Hornet has Gun Metal Metallic coated parts such as Grab rail, yoke top, foot peg hangers and engine. The original 98/99 Hornet had a bronzey coloured engine and the other parts were just grey alloy with a tendancy to dull if not kept clean.
• The 2000 Hornet has different paint schemes, see above.
• The 2000 Hornet has a small red triangle trim on the foot peg hanger.
• The 2000 Hornet has a shorter tail as standard. (the sale of hacksaws will tumble!)
2003
With just minimal changes to the Hornet since 2000 Honda finally got their thinking caps on and gave theri designers the go ahead to start re-styling the Hornet for 2003. The launch of the 900 in 2001/2, with its sleeker more angular styling, had already got heads turning. This coupled with complaints of the 600's relatively small petrol tank and a few other gripes, they got to work.
Firstly, they updated the styling. A reshaped and larger capacity tank (now 17 litres instead of 16). A sharp upswept tail unit flanked by an updated exhaust featuring hex-bolt end detailing. The plastic side panels were also restyled and revised to include bulges and cutaways creating a more up to date look.
The clocks and instruments received a much need overhaul. They ar enow similar to the 900 setup but with more impressive backs. They kept the sporty white dails associated with the 600 since 98.
The headlight is an altogether cooler unit. Shaped lense and brackets of much better look and quality finish the bike off nicely. The headlight is superb at night.
The mirrors are now square, which look more stylish at first glance compared to the original round ones, but don't appear to offer as good vision.
Indicators are now smaller (thankfully!) the elephant ears have gone and have been replaced by the shaped versions used on the 900.
The bike is 2kg heavier than the earlier models.
The 2003 Hornet also features the Honda HISS ignition immobiliser facility.
The bike is overall a much better looking package, with the added benefit of the larger tank.
The 2003 Faired Hornet remains unchanged and stays exactly the same model as the 2000-2002 setup.
Closer look at the Faired Hornet
The addition of a fairing has added 5kg to the overall weight of the bike.
It's basically a small bikini fairing with a high windscreen and combined headlight
- aimed at combating wind blast.
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