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2005Honda 599

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The 2005 Honda 599 is a naked bike based on the CBR600 engine, known in Europe as the Hornet. Its liquid-cooled 599cc in-line four drives through a six-speed gearbox and chain. A 790 mm seat, 183.3 kg dry weight and 18.9-litre tank suit sporty everyday riding.

Capacity
599.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
183.3 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Power
Not on record
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 60Agility 76Comfort 55Off-road 8Touring 35Road manners 80
Off-road & trail8%
Cornering75%
City riding75%
Daily riding68%
Touring35%
Two-up40%
Track55%
Best for
Designed as an unfaired streetfighter for spirited road riding and daily use rather than outright track dominance or long-distance touring.
Built for
Offers a classic naked-bike feel with a smooth, revvy inline-four engine, sharp handling, and an upright, engaging riding stance.
Not ideal for
Not a good match for riders seeking off-road capability, heavy touring comfort, or the outright top-end power of a fully faired supersport.

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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At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2005 Honda 599, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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
Engine type
In-line four
Bore x stroke
65.0 x 45.2 mm
Compression
12.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Ignition
Computer-controlled digital with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Power
Not on record - add it
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1420 mm
Seat height
790 mm
Dry weight
183.3 kg
Fuel capacity
18.90 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
41mm telescopic fork.
Rear suspension
Single shock with seven-position spring-preload adjustability.
Front wheel travel
109 mm
Rear wheel travel
127 mm
Rake (fork angle)
25.5°
Trail
96 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-ZR17
Rear tyre
180/55-ZR17
Other
Color options
Asphalt, Yellow

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 2004200520062007
Capacity 599 cc 599 cc 599 cc 599 cc
Dry weight 183 kg 183 kg 183 kg 183 kg
Seat height 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm 790 mm
Fuel capacity 18.9 L 18.9 L 17 L 17 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 599?

The 2005 Honda 599 has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).

How many gears does the Honda 599 have?

The 2005 Honda 599 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Honda 599 weigh?

The 2005 Honda 599 has a Dry weight of 183.3 kg (404.1 pounds).

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