Honda Hornet S (CB600S) 2000-2002

Honda Hornet S Model Year 2000-2002 (BC-PC34), Middle-Class Road Sports Bike with Half Cowl - Specs, Value & Pictures Collection

Photo of The Honda Hornet S (CB600S).
Colour: Blue. Release date: 2000-03-10.

Honda Hornet S is a road sports bikes with a sharp design, equipped with a lightweight, compact, high-performance 600cc engine on a simple frame and fitted with a half fairing with high windshield effect. It was released on March 10, 2000.

Image of Honda Hornet S (CB600S) front view.
Cowl, headlight, windshield, turning signal,...

This Hornet S was exhibited as a reference at the 33rd Tokyo Motor Show 1999, and was well received by mid-class sports model users. It is attached to the frame and realizes light handling without directly receiving the running wind on the rider on highways.

Honda Hornet S (CB600S) rear view.
Stoplamp, muffler, rear turn signal lamp,...

In 2000, Honda updated the Hornet, changing the 16 in (410 mm) front wheel for a 17 in (430 mm) to help corner stability and increasing the strength of the brake pass-over system on the front, making the brakes stronger. However, Honda did not increase the size of the fuel tank.

Key features of the Hornet CB600S

The engine spec is a water-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder, 600cc, which has a good reputation installed in the CBR600F and Hornet 600 (CB600F), and has output characteristics that are easy to handle in a wide range of applications, from city driving to highway touring. .
In addition, by adopting an exhaust air injection system (secondary air introduction device) as an exhaust gas purification system, it complies with domestic exhaust gas regulations.
The frame adopts a mono-backbone type that ensures sufficient rigidity despite its simple structure. Combined with front and rear 17-inch tires, it achieves calm handling.
From the fuel tank to the rear fender, the exterior has a voluminous surface structure, while the half cowl with built-in multi-reflector headlights creates a fearless look.
The body color uses a brilliant Force Silver Metallic to further emphasize the sharp image.

Honda Hornet S Price

Planned sales volume (domestic/annual) : 500units.
Manufacturer's suggested retail price of the new Honda Hornet S at that time (year of 2000) in Japan: 649,000 yen.
(Example of regional suggested retail price: Hokkaido is 20,000 yen higher, Okinawa is 10,000 yen higher, excluding some other areas.)
(Reference price. Consumption tax not included.)

Honda CB600S Hornet S Photos Gallery

2000 Honda Hornet S (CB600S) picture. Color: Black

2001 Honda CB600S (Hornet S) photo.
Colour: silver/grey metallic.

2002 Honda CB600S Hornet wallpaper

Honda Hornet CB600S Main Specifications

Nickname		Hornet S
Vehicle name/model		Honda BC-PC34
Production (year)		2000, 2001, 2002
Length×Width×Height (m)		2.055×0.745×1.190
Length (m)		1.430
Minimum ground clearance (m)		0.135
Seat height (m)		0.76
Vehicle weight/dry weight (kg)		197/178
Capacity (person)		2
Fuel consumption rate (km/L) 60km/h level running test value		30.2
Minimum turning radius (m)		2.6
Engine model		PC25E, water-cooled 4-stroke DOHC in-line 4-cylinder
Total Displacement (cm3)		599
Inner Diameter x Stroke (mm)		65.0×45.2
Compression Ratio		12.0
Max output (kW[PS]/rpm)		51[69]/11,000
Maximum torque (N・m[kg・m]/rpm)		52[5.3]/7,500
Carburetor model		VP49
Starting method		Self-operated
Ignition type		Full transistor battery ignition
Lubrication method		Combined pumping and splashing method
Lubricant capacity (L)		4.2
Fuel tank capacity (L)		16
Clutch type		Plate coil spring
Transmission type		Constant mesh 6-speed return
Transmission ratio	1 speed	2.928
	2 speed	2.062
	3 speed	1.647
	4 speed	1.368
	5 speed	1.200
	6 speed	1.086
Reduction ratio (primary/secondary)		1.863/2.666
Caster (deg)/Trail (mm)		25°40´/98
Tire size	Front	120／70ZR17 (58W)
	Rear	180/55ZR17 (73W)
Brake type	Front	Hydraulic double disc
	Rear	Hydraulic disc
Suspension system	Front	Telescopic
	Rear	Swing arm type
Frame format		Diamond (mono backbone)