2003Honda CBR600RR

★ 4.5

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The 2003 Honda CBR600RR is a lightweight middleweight sport bike ideally suited for both novice and intermediate riders seeking an affordable entry into supersport performance. Known for its nimble handling, reliable 117-horsepower inline-four engine, and accessible ergonomics, it delivers impressive track capability with real-world practicality and excellent fuel economy for daily riding.

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 117.0 HP (86.1 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering96%

City riding40%

Daily riding35%

Touring20%

Two-up25%

Track95%

Best for: Built primarily as a track-focused supersport machine, it excels at fast cornering and high-speed performance over practicality.
Built for: It has the temperament of a razor-sharp, high-strung sportbike that comes alive at high RPM and rewards precise, committed inputs.
Not ideal for: This is not a good fit for beginners, riders seeking upright comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or off-road use.

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

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Units

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2003 Honda CBR600RR, 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: 117.0 HP (86.1 kW)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6923 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 transistorized with three-dimensional mapping
Valves per cylinder: 4
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multiplate

Performance

0-60 mph: 3.30 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1389 mm
Overall length: 2065 mm
Overall width: 685 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 169.0 kg
Wet weight: 190.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.00 litres
Ground clearance: 137 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond, Die-Cast aluminium
Front suspension: 45.0mm HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Rear suspension: Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring-preload, rebound- and compression-damping adjustability
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 119 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 95 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 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	2003	2009	2015	2020	2026
Capacity	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc
Dry weight	169 kg	183 kg	183 kg	183 kg	186 kg
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	823 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L	18.2 L