2003Honda CBR600F

★ 5.0

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The 2003 Honda CBR 600 F is a versatile sport-tourer that appeals to intermediate riders seeking a balance between performance and comfort. Known for its responsive 599cc inline-four engine, flickable handling, and reliable build quality, it excels as an all-rounder for both spirited riding and longer journeys.

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 170.0 kg
Seat height: 805 mm
Power: 110.0 HP (80.9 kW) @ 12500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2003 Honda CBR600F

vs the 2002

Spec	2002	2003
Torque	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 10000 RPM	63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs)
Front brakes	Dual disc	Double disc

Other years 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering82%

City riding60%

Daily riding65%

Touring72%

Two-up65%

Track70%

Best for: Designed as a sport tourer, it blends genuine CBR sportbike performance with the practicality needed for longer rides and everyday use.
Built for: It rewards a smooth, revvy riding style with an eager in-line four engine and light, precise handling typical of Honda's sport touring lineage.
Not ideal for: It's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or a laid-back cruiser riding position.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 805mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Honda CBR600F, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Power: 110.0 HP (80.9 kW) @ 12500 RPM
Torque: 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6471 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression: 12.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiple discs. Mechanical, cable-actuated.

Performance

0-60 mph: 3.40 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.60 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1390 mm
Overall length: 2065 mm
Overall width: 685 mm
Overall height: 1143 mm
Seat height: 805 mm
Dry weight: 170.0 kg
Wet weight: 198.5 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 120 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 296 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 80/55-17

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	1987	1993	1999	2003	2007	2013
Capacity	598 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc
Dry weight	190 kg	190 kg	—	170 kg	170 kg	170 kg
Seat height	810 mm	810 mm	810 mm	805 mm	805 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	16.5 L	16 L	18 L	18 L	18 L	19 L