Honda Hornet 600: specs and comparison
Honda Hornet 600 (Naked, 2003-2006): 599 cc engine, 71 kW / 95 bhp, 195 kg, seat height 790 mm. Licence: Full A only.
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Honda Hornet 6002003-2006 · 599 cc · 71 kW
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Generations
PC36 (2003-2006)
| Years | 2003-2006 |
|---|---|
| Type | Naked |
| Licence | Full A only |
| Engine | 599 cc, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 71 kW / 95 bhp |
| Weight | 195 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 790 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 17 l |
| Fuel use | 49 mpg (5.8 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 155 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £3,400 - £4,000 |
PC34 (1998-2002)
| Years | 1998-2002 |
|---|---|
| Type | Naked |
| Licence | A2 with restrictor kit |
| Engine | 599 cc, 4 cyl. |
| Power | 69.8 kW / 94 bhp |
| Weight | 200 kg (wet or dry not stated) |
| Seat height | 790 mm |
| Max load | no data |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 16 l |
| Fuel use | 47 mpg (6 l/100 km) |
| Range on one tank | 145 miles |
| Used price (estimate) | £2,700 - £3,300 |
Why it's worth it
- Proven, reliable engine
- Cheap, easy-to-find parts
- Engine with real character
- Many bikes on the used market
Watch out
- Noticeable vibrations
- Little wind protection
What to check on a used one
- Service history: stamps and invoices
- Crash damage: bar ends, levers, footpegs, scratched covers
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
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Questions
Is the Honda Hornet 600 A2-legal?
No: 71 kW is over 70 kW, so it cannot be restricted for A2. It needs a full A licence.
What is the seat height of the Honda Hornet 600?
790 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inside leg.
How much does the Honda Hornet 600 weigh?
195 kg (wet or dry not stated).
What is the fuel use and range of the Honda Hornet 600?
About 49 mpg (5.8 l/100 km); with the 17 l tank that is roughly 155 miles (250 km) before the fuel light comes on.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.