Celebrating its 60th anniversary this model year, the legendary Monkey oozes history and tradition, having originally been produced in 1961 for Tama Tech, a Honda-owned amusement park in Japan. But while this miniMOTO bike's looks and spirit are faithful to the Monkey's earliest concept of making mobility fun, its modern iteration touts convenient features that help it perform well and run reliably, which explains why it's a hit with both nostalgic customers seeking a trip down memory lane, and a new generation of enthusiasts.
STYLING
- Classic Monkey styling, including curved surfaces and a trapezoid silhouette highlighting the compact length, harken back to the loveable design of the original Monkey models, putting enthusiastic smiles on the faces of riders and bystanders alike.
- Glossy 1.47-gallon fuel tank, finished in the same paint color as the frame, swingarm, and shocks, crowns the machine, and proudly wears a historic 3-D Old Wing design Honda logo.
- Chrome steel high-mount front and rear fenders—plus the evocatively stamped exhaust shield, circular mirrors, and high-rise handlebar—all pay homage to the original.
- Modern technology is fully present within the reincarnation of the classic look: a digital full-LCD circular meter features speedometer, odometer with two trip meters, and six-segment fuel-level indicator.
- The "wave" pattern key wears the Old Wing motif.
- LED lighting adds modern touch, durability, and energy efficiency to a classic design.
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION
- The Monkey's steel backbone frame has been tuned for a suitable balance between rigidity and supple feel—perfect for the wide variety of conditions the machine is sure to be ridden in.
- Oval in cross-section, the swingarm echoes the circular design theme that runs through the bike.
- Wheelbase is 1,155 mm (45.3 in.), while rake and trail are set at 25°/82 mm for confidence-inspiring handling.
- Wet weight is a mere 234 pounds, with a seat height of 30.6 inches.
- High-density urethane seat with 70 mm cushion contributes to comfortable ride and iconic looks.
- The inverted fork is matched by dual shocks for a compliant-yet-sporty ride.
- A single 220 mm front disc and a 190 mm rear provide secure stopping performance and can be managed by the available IMU-based ABS.
- Fat, 12-inch block-pattern tires make for a smooth ride and are sized 120/80-12 65J front and 130/80-12 69J rear.
- Head pipe, main frame, and engine hanger plate offer optimal strength for stable handling.
ENGINE / DRIVETRAIN
- True to its origins, the Monkey's horizontal SOHC 125cc single-cylinder engine is simple, robust, and tuned to deliver useful around-town performance.
- Air-cooled, with bore and stroke of 52.4 x 57.9 mm and compression ratio of 9.3:1, fed by PGM-FI, it produces strong, enjoyable power all the way through the rev range.
- Dedicated air cleaner, intake tract and muffler are designed to offer smooth power, with strong power and torque performance between 4,500 and 6,000 rpm for good performance in around-town riding situations.
Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a HondaCare Protection Plan
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