What are the specs of a Honda Hornet 600?
Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Honda Hornet 600 (CB600F) in 2003 the model with standard body and 599 cm3 / 36.6 cui engine size, 71 kW / 97 PS / 95 hp of power, 6-speed manual powertrain offered since 2003.
Is the Honda CB 600 F Hornet a good bike?
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When did the first Honda Hornet come out?
The Honda Hornet with its high, side-mounted exhaust and dashes of flair hit the nail on the head first time out. It was almost the perfect all-round naked (though racers hated its 16-inch front tyre) and even has its own one make race series, which ran nationally and even supported the British GP back in 1999.
How big is the front wheel on a Honda Hornet?
Handling is sweet although pre-2000 motorcycles had a 16-inch front wheel, which feels odd. Ultimately the suspension is budget, even the USD forks are more fashion than function but it’ll take a fast track day for most bikers to fault it.
Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of Honda Hornet 600 (CB600F) in 2003 the model with standard body and 599 cm3 / 36.6 cui engine size, 71 kW / 97 PS / 95 hp of power, 6-speed manual powertrain offered since 2003.
Is the Honda CB600F Hornet still in production?
It’s the same as used in mid-90s CBR600F with carbs not fuel injection. The Honda CB600F Hornet does need revving hard if you want to use all the power but it’s gentle in town with a light clutch. Camchain tensioner failure is the motorcycle’s only weakness.
What kind of engine does a Honda Hornet have?
Honda already had the perfect engine in the Honda CBR600F, therefore it was a no-brainer to place it in a lovely, uncluttered chassis to compete in the ever growing middleweight category. The Honda Hornet with its high, side-mounted exhaust and dashes of flair hit the nail on the head first time out.
When did the Honda Hornet come out in the UK?
The Hornet was launched in 1998 and since then has sold a significant 9,000 units in the UK. Compare that with the perennial class-leading Honda CBR600F which has done 17,500 units over the same period.
What’s the difference between a 2002 and 2003 Honda Hornet?
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.
Is the Honda CB600F Hornet still a good bike?
Smallish tank (100 mile range) but worth the compromise as it still looks good after almost 15 years. Typical Honda reliability. If I could justify the cost I would get a new exhaust as I think it deserves to sounds a little loader then the standard pipe. Awesome bike. Fast and easy to maintain.
The Honda Hornet with its high, side-mounted exhaust and dashes of flair hit the nail on the head first time out. It was almost the perfect all-round naked (though racers hated its 16-inch front tyre) and even has its own one make race series, which ran nationally and even supported the British GP back in 1999.
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.