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Roadsitalia Exhaust
The engine of the first-series Hornet 600 says a great deal about the project. Honda took the inline four-cylinder from the CBR600F2 and F3 — a powerplant already proven on track and on the road — and mounted it on a steel trellis frame designed for urban and extra-urban riding, without a fairing, without any concessions towards touring. The result was a naked bike with a defined character from the very first version: responsive, light by the standards of the era, with a power delivery that rewarded those who knew how to use the throttle. For those looking for an exhaust for this generation, the starting point is the exhausts for Honda section.
The products in this category are single silencers in a lateral position, designed specifically for the Hornet 600 in the versions produced between 1998 and 2002. They replace the original muffler while retaining the stock headers: this is not a full exhaust system, but a targeted intervention on the end section of the exhaust, the part that influences rear weight, sound and the lateral appearance of the bike. The fitting kit is included and the products are compatible with the original mounting points. For installation, it is recommended to contact a qualified mechanic.
On a practical level, replacing the muffler on this generation brings a noticeable weight reduction — the stock muffler is not particularly light — and an improvement in sound quality. The tone becomes more direct and defined, with a more present response from low and mid revs onwards. Power delivery in everyday riding is generally smoother. The visual impact is immediate: aftermarket mufflers offer more compact profiles and better-quality finishes compared to the original. Benefits vary depending on the chosen configuration.
Handcrafted manufacturing in Lombardy, in the province of Bergamo, is the foundation of every piece we ship. Items are made to order, with an internal quality check before dispatch. Direct from the manufacturer sales allow us to follow every order personally, from configuration to delivery, with no intermediaries.
Every silencer is supplied with a dB killer included as standard. Its removal is not officially permitted as it invalidates the road homologation. Where available, the No-Noise version integrates a welded internal filter that further reduces the sound level without significantly affecting power delivery: it can be selected directly on the product page.
Replacing the muffler alone does not normally require any ECU remapping. The first-series Hornet 600 handles minor variations in back pressure without issues in the vast majority of cases. Any further optimisation remains an optional choice, not a mandatory step.
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Below this description you will find the list of available products for the Hornet 600 1998–2002. The differences between models relate mainly to shape, material and finish. Where available, the No-Noise version can be selected from the drop-down menu on the product page. Open the product page of interest to view detailed photos, read the technical specifications and configure your silencer.
