HONDA CBF600S (2009-2010) Specs, Performance & Photos

It all started in 2004 when Honda introduced a new family of motorcycles part of the CBF series to replace the CB500 middleweight machine, no longer compliant with European emission standards.

The CBF600 family comprised two models, the CBF600N naked motorcycle and the CBF600S half-faired machine that packed an additional front fairing and dual headlights instead of the single unit featured by the naked one.

The first generation of the CBF600 models was manufactured beetwen 2004 to 2007, powered by a Honda Hornet-based engine and featuring a safety-inspired style that appealed to returning, new, and women riders.

The second generation of the CBF600 was manufactured from 2008 to 2013 and was an almost new concept that only carried the appearance of the first models. Also, the new models were compliant with the new EURO3 emission standards.

For power, the bikes packed a 2007 CBR600RR detuned engine fitted with a fuel injection system that improved fuel efficiency without changing the output power. The figures remained the same, with 76 hp on tap at 10,500 rpm and 58 Nm (43 lb-ft) of torque at 8,000 rpm.

In 2010, the Japanese maker released the Honbda CBF600S, a middleweight half-faired machine with sport-touring capabilities that offered smooth performance and comfortability. The bike didn't feature any significant changes over its production years and remained faithful to Honda's recipe right from its debut.

Also, in the braking and suspension departments, the 2010 Honda CBF600S sport-touring machine packed the same braking and suspension systems as its predecessors.