Sportbikes
2012Honda CBR600F
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The 2012 Honda CBR600F is an accessible middleweight sport bike designed for riders seeking an approachable entry into supersport performance. Known for its user-friendly handling, reliable inline-four engine, and balanced ergonomics, it excels as a capable daily rider that doesn't sacrifice sportiness. The 198kg curb weight and 800mm seat height make it manageable for diverse rider sizes while maintaining genuine track-day credentials.
- Capacity
- 599.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 170.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 100.6 HP (75.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Honda CBR600F
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 102.0 HP (76.1 kW) @ 12000 RPM | 100.6 HP (75.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM |
| Front suspension | Cartridge fork | 41mm tension and preload adjustable inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork, |
| Rear suspension | Single shock, swingarm | Monoshock damper with adjustable tension and preload, |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS | Double disc. Optional ABS. Three-piston calipers, floating rotors and sintered metal pads |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional ABS | Single disc. Optional ABS. Single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a sport machine that balances canyon-carving performance with enough civility for regular road use.
- Built for
- A high-revving in-line four with a sharp chassis that rewards confident, precise riding and eager throttle use.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road adventures or riders seeking a relaxed, upright touring experience.
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
- 599.0 ccm
- Power
- 100.6 HP (75.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM
- Torque
- 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5918 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 67.0 x 42.5 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiple discs. Mechanical, cable-actuated.
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1390 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Overall width
- 740 mm
- Overall height
- 1150 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 170.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 198.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium, Backbone
- Front suspension
- 41mm tension and preload adjustable inverted HMAS cartridge-type telescopic fork,
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock damper with adjustable tension and preload,
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 128 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 99 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Optional ABS. Three-piston calipers, floating rotors and sintered metal pads
- Front brakes diameter
- 296 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS. Single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Red/white, blue/white, silver/black
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 | 1987 | 1993 | 1999 | 2007 | 2012 | 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 | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.5 L | 16 L | 18 L | 18 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 CBR600F?
The 2012 Honda CBR600F has a Capacity of 599.0 ccm (36.55 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CBR600F have?
The 2012 Honda CBR600F has a Power of 100.6 HP (75.0 kW) @ 12000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda CBR600F have?
The 2012 Honda CBR600F has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda CBR600F?
The 2012 Honda CBR600F has a Torque of 64.0 Nm (6.5 kgf-m or 47.2 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM.
How much does the Honda CBR600F weigh?
The 2012 Honda CBR600F has a Dry weight of 170.0 kg (374.8 pounds).
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