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Honda Montesa Cota 4RIDE - 2017 Specifications and Reviews
The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4Ride is a lightweight trials motorcycle engineered for beginners and intermediate riders seeking a manageable platform to develop technical riding skills. Its ultra-low seat height of 885mm and featherweight 74kg wet weight make ground contact effortless, while the responsive hydraulic disc brakes and adjustable Pro-Link suspension deliver precise control over challenging terrain. Best known for combining Honda's trials heritage with user-friendly characteristics, it excels in rocky, steep, and technical environments.
2017
General information | |
| Category | Trial |
| Year | 2017 |
| Model | Honda Montesa Cota 4Ride |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. PGM FI electronic fuel injection |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 258.90 ccm (15.80 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Brakes Front |
| Rear brakes diameter | 183 mm (7.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre | 120/100-R18 |
| Front tyre | 80/100-21 |
| Rear wheel travel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Pro-Link with damper R16V system, adjustable for preload, extension. |
| Front wheel travel | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork 39 mm, adjustable for preload and rebound damping. |
| Trail | 28 mm (1.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.0° |
| Frame type | Double aluminum beam |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 4.40 litres (1.16 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,333 mm (52.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 330 mm (13.0 inches) |
| Overall width | 830 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,016 mm (79.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 885 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 74.3 kg (163.7 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 81.0 kg (178.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Kick |
| Color options | Red/white |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track10%
City5%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding5%
Touring3%
Passenger0%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a specialist trials machine best suited to riders with dedicated off-road or trials training, not casual road riders. |
| Purpose | Built purely for competitive and recreational trials riding, tackling technical obstacles, rocks, logs, and steep terrain at very low speeds with precise control. |
| Rider Fit | Its extremely light weight and slim, no-seat riding stance demand active standing, balance, and core strength rather than seated comfort. |
| Character | A featherweight, high-clearance, torquey single-cylinder tool built for millimeter-precise throttle and balance control rather than outright speed. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger, or anyone seeking a comfortable everyday commuter. |
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