Naked Motorcycles
2004Honda CB600F Hornet
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The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet is a lively naked bike with a superbike-derived four-cylinder engine. Its liquid-cooled 600cc inline four makes 95 hp and 63 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. A 790 mm seat, 178 kg dry weight and 17-litre tank make it fun and agile.
- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 95.0 HP (69.9 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a sporty naked for spirited backroad riding, commuting, and occasional trackday fun rather than long-distance touring.
- Built for
- A revvy, high-strung inline-four with a sharp chassis that rewards aggressive riding and quick direction changes.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking plush long-haul comfort, wind protection, or a relaxed upright touring stance.
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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- Capacity
- 600.0 ccm
- Power
- 95.0 HP (69.9 kW)
- Torque
- 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5337 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 65.0 x 45.2 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1420 mm
- Overall length
- 2100 mm
- Overall width
- 710 mm
- Overall height
- 1083 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 178.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 138 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel
- Front suspension
- 41mm inverted telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 98 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
- 180/55-17
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 | 1998 | 2002 | 2004 | 2006 | 2009 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 599 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc | 600 cc | 599 cc | 599 cc |
| Dry weight | 176 kg | 176 kg | 178 kg | 178 kg | 173 kg | 173 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16 L | 16 L | 17 L | 17 L | 19 L | 19 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda CB600F Hornet?
The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet has a Capacity of 600.0 ccm (36.61 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CB600F Hornet have?
The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet has a Power of 95.0 HP (69.9 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CB600F Hornet have?
The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CB600F Hornet?
The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet has a Torque of 63.0 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CB600F Hornet weigh?
The 2004 Honda CB600F Hornet has a Dry weight of 178.0 kg (392.4 pounds).
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