Minibikes
2012Honda Ape 100
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The 2012 Honda Ape 100 is a minibike for riders who want compact, fun and easy-to-handle transport. Its 99cc air-cooled single makes 6.2 hp and 6.6 Nm, with a 715 mm seat, a 90 kg wet weight and a 5.5-litre tank.
- Capacity
- 99.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 82.0 kg
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Power
- 6.2 HP (4.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for short hops, errands, and light urban commuting rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A charming, minimalist runabout with retro monkey-bike styling that prioritizes fun, simplicity, and everyday practicality over speed.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, or riders seeking any real straight-line performance or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 99.0 ccm
- Power
- 6.2 HP (4.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Torque
- 6.6 Nm (0.7 kgf-m) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0756 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 53.0 x 45.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.4:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Force-fed and splash
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1190 mm
- Overall length
- 1715 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1155 mm
- Seat height
- 715 mm
- Dry weight
- 82.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 90.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 5.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 140 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Diamond
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm (Pro-link)
- Trail
- 89 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 120/80-12
- Rear tyre
- 120/80-12
Other
- Color options
- Silver, blue, red
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2006 | 2009 | 2011 | 2012 | 2014 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc | 99 cc |
| Dry weight | 82 kg | 82 kg | 82 kg | 82 kg | 82 kg | 82 kg |
| Seat height | 755 mm | 755 mm | 715 mm | 715 mm | 715 mm | 715 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L | 5.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda Ape 100?
The 2012 Honda Ape 100 has a Capacity of 99.0 ccm (6.04 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Ape 100 have?
The 2012 Honda Ape 100 has a Power of 6.2 HP (4.6 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Honda Ape 100 have?
The 2012 Honda Ape 100 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda Ape 100?
The 2012 Honda Ape 100 has a Torque of 6.6 Nm (0.7 kgf-m or 4.9 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM.
How much does the Honda Ape 100 weigh?
The 2012 Honda Ape 100 has a Dry weight of 82.0 kg (180.8 pounds).
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