Honda CBR 600

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Honda (motorcycle)
HONDA CBR600RR 2007TMCS.jpg
CBR 600 RR (PC 40)
Manufacturer Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Production period from 2007
class motorcycle
design type Super athlete
Motor data
Four-stroke engine , liquid-cooled four-cylinder in-line engine, DOHC,
16 valves,
regulated catalytic converter
Displacement  (cm³) 599
Power  (kW / PS ) 88.1 / 120 at 13,500 rpm
Torque  ( N m ) 66 at 11,250 rpm
Top speed (  km / h) 265
transmission 6-speed
drive Chain drive
Brakes vo. 310 × 4.5 mm double disc brake,
rear 220 × 5 mm single disc brake
Wheelbase  (mm) 1375
Seat height (cm) 82.3

The CBR 600 is a sports touring bike ( CBR 600 F ) and later a super sports bike ( CBR 600 RR ) from the Japanese vehicle manufacturer Honda , which was produced in eight generations from 1986 to 2016.

Model development

CBR 600 F

PC 19 (1986)

The Honda CBR 600 F (internal designation: PC 19) presented to the market in 1986 was the first fully faired motorcycle with a displacement of 600  cm 3 (actually 598 cm 3 ). The engine has two overhead camshafts , 16 valves, liquid cooling and generates an output of 86 HP / 63 kW with a torque of 60 Nm. The maximum speed is 12,000 rpm and the top speed approx. 230 km / h. The chassis has a central spring strut with a deflection lever at the rear and a telescopic fork at the front . The braking system consists of a double disc brake at the front in combination with a single disc brake at the rear.

PC 23 (1989)

From model year 1989 the PC 23 replaced the PC 19. Apart from a different set of decorations, it received a slightly revised engine, which now has a nominal output of 93 hp. It was homologated with a top speed of 233 km / h.

PC 25 (1991)

In 1991 the CBR 600 F, known internally as PC 25, underwent a fundamental revision. A newly developed engine with a camshaft drive positioned to the side of the cylinder block, straighter ducts in the cylinder head, larger valves and flat slide carburetors with a larger diameter in a compact design replaced the previous unit. The design resulted in a reduction in internal friction and the weight of the moving parts, which resulted in an increase in performance to 100 hp.

Overall, the chassis became stiffer because the motor played a major role, and the cartridge fork was now fully adjustable.

PC 31 (1995)

In 1995 further major changes followed with the PC 31. The crankcase remained unchanged, but the compression ratio was increased, as was the carburetor diameter. The transmission has been revised, the radiator enlarged and all moving parts modified to further reduce weight and friction. The most important innovation, however, was that the CBR was equipped with a direct air intake system. The maximum engine speed has been increased from 13,000 rpm to 13,500 rpm. However, the CBR continued to produce its actuarially limited maximum output of 98 hp at 12,000 rpm. The actual maximum power without the "series throttling" installed in Germany and other EU countries is 102 hp. In addition to a modified front fork, it received a wider rear wheel rim (5 inches) and a larger swing arm. The former floating caliper brakes, which tended to overheat when used hard, have been replaced by a fixed caliper brake with floating and enlarged brake discs. These changes did not increase the weight. The years 1995/1996 (unofficially also called “PC31a”) and 1997/1998 (“PC31b”) can, like the models of the PC 25 and PC 35, be assigned to the respective year on the basis of the standard coloring. The 1995/96 model has a rear (pillion handle, tail boom and rear light) corresponding to the PC25. The rear of the 1997/98 is longer.

PC 35 (1999)

CBR 600 F-Sport (YOC 2001)

At the end of the 1990s, the competitive pressure on Honda grew through the competitor models from Yamaha , Kawasaki and Suzuki . The completely redeveloped 1999 model PC35 of the CBR 600 F had a completely redesigned engine and developed 106 hp at 12,500 rpm. The chassis has also been revised - both the frame and the swing arm, which is attached directly to the crankcase for additional rigidity, were made of aluminum for the first time. The new secondary air system also improved the exhaust emission values.

In 2000 the PC 35 was revised, an electronic injection system replaced the carburetor technology in the mixture preparation and a regulated 3-way catalytic converter was installed to further improve the exhaust gas values. The other changes (double headlights, digital instrument cluster ) were more of a cosmetic nature. The new model variant CBR 600 F Sport should appeal to sportier drivers with a single bench seat, an additional clutch disc and a shorter secondary gear ratio and be suitable for the race track with just a few modifications. The PC 35 was produced up to the 2006 model year, but the CBR 600 F Sport version was only available in 2001 and 2002.

PC 41 (2011)

In 2011, Honda re-introduced the CBR 600 F. This is now based on the frame and engine of the Honda Hornet and offers ABS and an integral brake as standard. It was produced from 2011 to 2013 and replaced by the Honda CBR 650 F.

CBR 600 RR

PC 37 (2003)

CBR 600 RR (PC 37)

The CBR 600 RR (internal PC 37) presented in 2003 replaced the CBR 600 F Sport. At first the PC 35 and PC 37 were produced in parallel, the PC 37 differs among other things. a. thanks to a higher engine power, more adjustment options for the chassis and two individual seats instead of a single bench.

The first revised version of the CBR 600 RR came onto the market in 2005 and now had a maximum output of 117 instead of 114 hp, an upside-down fork, lower weight and minimal design changes to the fairing. The PC37 has a usable speed range of up to 15,000 rpm, an acceleration of 0-100 km / h in 3.4 seconds and a maximum speed of around 265 km / h.

PC 40 (2007)

For the 2007 model year, a more modern, lighter and more powerful (120 hp) CBR 600 RR appeared. Instead of a classic full cladding, as with its predecessors, there are now more air-conducting cladding parts. In this way, the weight could be reduced while the air resistance remained similarly low. Like the Honda Fireblade (SC 57) , the CBR 600 RR now also had the electronic steering damper HESD ( H onda E lectronic S teering D amper). Since the facelift in 2009, Honda has been offering an optional anti-lock braking system ( ABS ) for the PC 40.

Individual evidence

  1. HONDA CBR 600 F (PC19). In: biker.de. webpool GmbH, accessed on June 29, 2012 .

Web links

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