Honda CBF600

The CBF600 is a middleweight motorcycle made by Honda. There are 2 models in the family, CBF600N is the 'naked' version and CBF600S is the half faired one, the differences consisting just in the front fairing and headlamp block

Honda CBF600
CBF600N PC38 with optional top case mount and aftermarket rear wheel mudguard

First generation (2004–2007) - code PC38

The older CB500 middleweight motorcycle was not compliant with the European emission standards, so Honda introduced a new design based on existing Hornet engine and gave it a look meant to inspire safety and to appeal returning riders, new riders or women. The EURO2 standards are met, while ABS is optional (factory assembly) on both naked and half-faired models. A centre stand comes standard with the ABS version only. The seat is adjustable with 3 positions, while the windscreen has also 2 positions meeting most riders' demands. The gearbox and the engine are optimised for smooth power delivery. 4 colours were offered for the faired version- black, dolphin grey, pearl red and metallic blue.

Second generation (2007–2013) - code PC43

Advancing emission standards are met with the new EURO3 compliant model in 2008. The engine is a detuned CBR600RR 2007 model with fuel injection, improving the mileage from 5–7 litres per 100 km to 4–5 litres per 100 km while keeping the same maximum power output. The fuel tank capacity was increased by one litre, the new chassis is aluminium cast, and the engine colour is now metallic-grey instead of black. The colour scheme was kept for 2008 and 2009. In 2010, black-red, white-red and white-blue colour combinations were added for the faired version.

Specifications
Specifications
CBF600 PC38 N4, N5, N6[1] CBF600 PC43 N8[2]
Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve DOHC inline-4
Displacement 599.9cm3 599.3cm3
Transmission Type 6-speed
Carburation 34mm slanted flat-slide VP-type carburettor x 4 PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Chassis Steel tube Cast aluminium
Fuel capacity 19 litres 20 litres
Seat height 785 mm / 30.9 in
Ground clearance 130 mm / 5.1 in
Front suspension 41 mm telescopic fork
Front brakes 2 x 296 mm discs 2 pistons calipers (ABS)
Front tyre 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear suspension Monoshock damper with 7-step adjustable preload
Rear brakes Single disc 1 piston caliper (ABS)
Rear tyre 160/60 ZR17M/C (69W)

References
  1. "CBF600 Press Information (2006) Available" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-07-20. Retrieved 2008-04-21.
  2. "CBF600 Press Information (2008) Available" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2011-07-24. Retrieved 2008-04-21.
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