What category is the 2018 Honda Monkey?

General information
Year	2018
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	Wet, multiplate
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	4-speed
Cooling system	Air
Ignition	Full transistor type battery ignition
Fuel control	Overhead Cams (OHC)
Fuel system	Injection. PGM-FI
Bore x Stroke	39.0 x 41.1 mm (1.5 x 1.6 inches)
Compression	10.0:1
Torque	3.40 Nm (0.3 kgf-m or 2.5 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Power	3.62 HP (2.6 kW) @ 8500 RPM
Engine type	Single cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:	49.00 ccm (2.99 cubic inches)

Category	Allround
Model	Honda Monkey

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes	Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear tyre	3.50-8
Front tyre	3.50-8
Rear Suspension	Swing arm
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Trail	42 mm (1.7 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.0°

Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	5.50 litres (1.45 gallons)
Wheelbase	895 mm (35.2 inches)
Ground clearance	145 mm (5.7 inches)
Overall width	600 mm (23.6 inches)
Overall length	1,365 mm (53.7 inches)
Overall height	850 mm (33.5 inches)
Seat height	660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	68.0 kg (149.9 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Starter	Kick

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

9.3 hp

Peak Power

Best For

Track5%

City80%

Cornering40%

Daily Riding45%

Touring8%

Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best For	A great choice for beginners or even non-riders looking for a low-stakes, low-intimidation introduction to motorcycling.
Purpose	Built for playful, short-distance fun around town rather than any kind of serious performance or distance riding.
Rider Fit	Its tiny size and low seat height make it extremely easy to handle for shorter or smaller riders, though tall riders may feel cramped.
Character	A charming, retro-styled mini-bike that prioritizes fun, style, and novelty over speed or practicality.
Not Ideal For	Not suitable for highway commuting, touring, passengers, or anyone needing real performance or cargo capacity.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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At 660mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2018 Honda Monkey, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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