Trials Bikes
2017Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260
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The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT 260 is a lightweight trials motorcycle purpose-built for beginners and intermediate riders seeking to master technical off-road terrain. Known for its exceptional maneuverability and low seat height, this bike excels in rocky, steep, and obstacle-laden environments typical of trials competition. Its minimal weight and responsive handling make it the ideal platform for developing core trials riding skills.
- Capacity
- 259.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 73.0 kg
- Seat height
- 650 mm
- Power
- 18.5 HP (13.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for competitive and recreational trial riding, tackling technical obstacles, rocks, and steep terrain at walking pace rather than covering distance.
- Built for
- A precise, featherweight, single-cylinder specialist tool that rewards finesse and technical skill over speed or comfort.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders wanting a comfortable seat, highway capability, or a bike for daily commuting and long-distance touring.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 259.0 ccm
- Power
- 18.5 HP (13.6 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2534 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 54.2 mm
- Compression
- 10.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- Electronically controlled digital transistorized
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Mulitplate in oil bath
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1321 mm
- Overall length
- 2016 mm
- Overall width
- 830 mm
- Overall height
- 1140 mm
- Seat height
- 650 mm
- Dry weight
- 73.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 74.3 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 2.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 335 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 39mm TECH cartridge-type telescopic fork with Pre-load extension adjustments.
- Rear suspension
- Pro-Link ® , R16V damper with Pre-load and extension adjustments.
- Front wheel travel
- 175 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 170 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 64 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 185 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 150 mm
- Front tyre
- 2.75-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-18
Other
- Color options
- Red/black
- Comments
- Model id: MRT2604F.
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 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 259 cc | 259 cc | 259 cc | 259 cc | 259 cc | 259 cc |
| Dry weight | 73 kg | 73 kg | 73 kg | 73 kg | 73 kg | 73 kg |
| Seat height | 650 mm | 650 mm | 650 mm | 650 mm | 650 mm | 650 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2 L | 2 L | 2 L | 2 L | 2 L | 2 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 Montesa Cota 4RT260?
The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 has a Capacity of 259.0 ccm (15.81 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 have?
The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 has a Power of 18.5 HP (13.6 kW).
How many gears does the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 have?
The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 weigh?
The 2017 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260 has a Dry weight of 73.0 kg (160.9 pounds).
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