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2012Honda CBR600RR

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The 2012 Honda CBR600RR is a lightweight middleweight sportbike designed for track-focused riders and enthusiasts seeking sharp handling and responsive performance. Known for its precise chassis, potent 599cc four-cylinder engine, and aggressive aerodynamics, it excels at high-speed cornering and acceleration. This bike suits riders comfortable on a compact 820mm seat who prioritize agility and control over comfort. A factory ABS option was also available.

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 183.0 kg
Seat height: 820 mm
Power: 113.0 HP (84.3 kW) @ 12750 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Honda CBR600RR

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front brakes	Double disc. Anti-lock braking	Double disc. Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with 310mm discs

Other years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding40%

Daily riding45%

Touring25%

Two-up25%

Track95%

Best for: It's built primarily for spirited canyon carving and track-day performance rather than casual commuting.
Built for: The CBR600RR embodies Honda's precision supersport heritage, rewarding smooth, aggressive inputs with razor-sharp cornering feedback.
Not ideal for: It's not a good match for beginners, tall touring riders, or anyone prioritizing upright comfort and passenger amenities.

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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Units

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 599.0 ccm
Power: 113.0 HP (84.3 kW) @ 12750 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 136 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: CHNXC0.60BKA-005
EPA CO Emissions: 3.4 CO g/km
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.6175 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 42.5 mm
Compression: 12.2:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with 3-D mapping
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
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: 3.70 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.90 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1369 mm
Overall length: 2029 mm
Overall width: 685 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Dry weight: 183.0 kg
Wet weight: 196.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 18.20 litres
Ground clearance: 137 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond, Die-Cast aluminium
Front suspension: 41mm inverted 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: 109 mm
Rear wheel travel: 130 mm
Rake (fork angle): 23.5°
Trail: 98 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers with 310mm discs
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Other

Color options: Red, Black
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

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	2012	2015	2020	2026
Capacity	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc	599 cc
Dry weight	169 kg	183 kg	183 kg	183 kg	183 kg	186 kg
Seat height	820 mm	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	18.2 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPNov 2024 · 24V864000

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2007, 2009-2017 CBR600RR, 2008-2017, 2021 CBR1000RR, and 2010, 2012-2013 VFR1200 motorcycles. The fuel pump impellers may have been improperly molded, which can cause them to deform and result in fuel pump failure.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pump module as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 3, 2025. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's numbers for this recall are KR2, KR3, KR4 and KR5. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 24V-113.

These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Honda recalls →