Honda CBR 600 F - 2003 Specifications and Reviews

The 2003 Honda CBR 600 F is a versatile sport-tourer that appeals to intermediate riders seeking a balance between performance and comfort. Known for its responsive 599cc inline-four engine, flickable handling, and reliable build quality, it excels as an all-rounder for both spirited riding and longer journeys.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year2003
ModelHonda CBR 600 F

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
Bore x stroke67.0 x 42.5 mm (2.6 x 1.7 inches)
Torque63.00 Nm (6.4 kgf-m or 46.5 ft.lbs) @ 1000
Power110.00
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:599.00 ccm (36.55 cubic inches)
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions80/55-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-17

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity18.00 litres (4.76 gallons)
Overall width685 mm (27.0 inches)
Overall length2,065 mm (81.3 inches)
Seat height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.6471 HP/kg
Dry weight170.0 kg (374.8 pounds)

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

110 hp
Peak Power
3.4s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track70%
City60%
Cornering82%
Daily Riding65%
Touring72%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders who already have some experience with sporty middleweights, though a confident newer rider could grow into it quickly.
PurposeDesigned as a sport tourer, it blends genuine CBR sportbike performance with the practicality needed for longer rides and everyday use.
Rider FitA moderate 805mm seat height and manageable 170kg dry weight make it approachable for most rider sizes without being intimidating.
CharacterIt rewards a smooth, revvy riding style with an eager in-line four engine and light, precise handling typical of Honda's sport touring lineage.
Not Ideal ForIt's not the right choice for riders seeking off-road capability or a laid-back cruiser riding position.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2003 Honda CBR 600 F Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 805mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Honda CBR 600 F, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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