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Driving report Honda CBF 600 S (2004)

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Honda is throwing the middle class upside down. The CBF 600 including ABS is available from 6960 euros. A well thought-out all-rounder, not just for those returning to the sport.

B.modesty is an ornament. In
Japan philosophy of life. But sometimes the Japanese put their lights on
too much under the much-quoted bushels. MOTORRAD already had in Nippon
the possibility of first driving impressions
to collect from the new ABS mid-range motorcycle (issue 3/2004) ?? who were happy to expect. And so one could only be amazed at the official presentation of the CBF 600 in Jerez, Spain, at all the indulgence of the Honda officials. With the new introduction one wants to regain market share, it said there. Because although the Hornet 600 is Europe’s best-selling motorcycle, it falls short of expectations in Northern Europe. Honda developed the CBF especially for this market. Of which one should not expect miracles, however, with
78 hp nominal power, she is not a high-flyer. And the design is committed to the zeitgeist. But it shouldn’t scare the neighbors too badly when the returnees, announced new Honda customer, in their mid-30s to 45s, suddenly put a CBF 600 in front of their door after years. Mummy, have you already seen? Mr. Meier, a rocker, help.
Dear Honda PR department. Nice try. But a little offensive doesn’t do any harm. Tribulation is being blown enough these days. How would it be with? Sensa-
tion: The world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer offers 600 four-cylinder all-rounders with ABS for less than 7,000 euros. The other Japanese manufacturers are plunging into a serious crisis. Especially since there is an adjustable and well-functioning fairing including double headlights for the unclad CBF for an extra charge of 300 euros. Rum.
The competition has a hard time chewing on it. A Kawasaki Z 750 has significantly more power. But the Honda offers in addition to well thought-out ergonomics (three-way adjustable seat height, two-way adjustable handlebars) a great and surprisingly firm, but not
uncomfortably tuned chassis. A Suzuki Bandit 600 will drive the Honda dizzy with it, any bet.
As? Sport after all? But hello. On the wonderful, winding
During the several-hour drive on the small Spanish country lanes, the suspicion arose that the venerable 600 four-cylinder, which had powered generations of the CBR 600 F, was consumptive. The presentation motorcycles felt like more than 80 instead of the low-insurance 78 hp. The revision of the not exactly smooth running,
So robust fours were worth it. He even pulls from low speeds
clean without grumbling, it delivers its power very homogeneously over its entire speed range. Aggression is alien to him. No outbursts of temper, but rather a guy who reliably brings you forward in every situation.
Outstanding talent of the CBF: their drivability. In this regard, similar to the Hornet 600, it is reminiscent of the now almost legendary Yamaha FZS 600 Fazer. The old one, mind you, not the very sporty new one. The
Well-balanced CBF whistles nimbly around the tricky corners
Do not deviate from the planned course, even on furrowed asphalt,
the load change reactions of the soft
appealing four-cylinder keep within discreet limits. Nice that Honda is almost slim on you in the back-
len 160 tire sets. A praise too
to Michelin. The long-lasting, on Stabili-
The Pilot Road design harmonizes beautifully with the handy CBF. Another plus of the comfortable, long-distance all-rounder: his
Above-average lean angle for this class. Casual cornering is a lot of fun with the Honda.
And when things get tricky, a brake system that has been tried and tested thousands of times, according to Honda, has a full tank of 224
Machine weighing kilograms safely under control. The optional ABS (surcharge 600 euros, the otherwise 150 euros expensive main stand is then available for free) was originally developed for the Silver Wing 650 scooter and subjectively works well. It controls finely, the brake lever only pulsates minimally, and the rear wheel stays on the ground even when braking hard downhill. So no reason for false modesty, Honda. A great success seems to have been achieved with the CBF
to be. The detailed test, during which the ABS is then carefully examined, will follow shortly.

Technical data – Honda CBF 600 S

Honda CBF 600 S.
Data
Engine: water-cooled four-cylinder-
the four-stroke in-line engine, two overhead, chain-driven camshafts, four valves per cylinder, bucket tappets, wet sump lubrication, constant pressure carburetor, Ø 34 mm, transistor ignition, uncontrolled catalytic converter with secondary air system,
E-starter, three-phase alternator 336 watts, battery 12 V / 6 Ah.
Bore x stroke 65.0 x 45.2 mm
Cubic capacity 600 cm3
Compression ratio 11.6: 1
rated capacity
57 kW (78 hp) at 10500 rpm
Max. Torque
58 Nm (5.9 kpm) at 8000 rpm
Power transmission: primary drive via gears, mechanically operated multi-disc oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, O-ring chain, secondary ratio 43:15.
Chassis: Central tubular frame made of steel, load-bearing motor, telescopic fork, stanchion diameter 41 mm, two-arm swing arm made of steel, central spring strut, directly hinged, adjustable
Spring base, double disc brake at the front, Ø 296 mm, two-piston fixed calipers, disc brake at the rear, Ø 240 mm, single-piston floating caliper.
Cast aluminum wheels 3.50 x 17; 5.00 x 17
Tires 120/70 ZR 17; 160/60 ZR 17
Tires in the driving report
Michelin Pilot Road
Chassis data: wheelbase 1480 mm, steering head angle 64.0 degrees, caster 96 mm, spring travel f / h 120/128 mm.
Dimensions and weights: L / W / H 2170 /
765/1230 mm, seat height 785 mm, weight with a full tank of 224 kg, permissible total weight 404 kg, load 180 kg, tank capacity / reserve 19 / 3.5 liters.
Warranty two years without
Mileage limit
Colors silver-gray metallic, blue
Power variant 25 kW (34 PS)
Price 6190 euros
Price test motorcycle1 7090 euros
Additional costs 170 euros

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