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2011Honda XR 230 Motard

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The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard is a lightweight super motard designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking playful urban riding and light off-road capability. Its air-cooled 223cc single-cylinder engine delivers modest torque with excellent fuel efficiency, while the compact frame and nimble handling make it ideal for trick riding and tight maneuvering in city environments.

Capacity
223.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
125.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
22.3 HP (16.4 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 30Agility 88Comfort 45Off-road 20Touring 20Road manners 65
Off-road & trail20%
Cornering75%
City riding80%
Daily riding55%
Touring20%
Two-up25%
Track45%
Best for
It's built for tossing around city streets and tight, twisty backroads rather than for outright speed or long-distance travel.
Built for
Playful, flickable, and forgiving, it rewards a rider who enjoys momentum-based fun over raw horsepower.
Not ideal for
It's not the right choice for riders wanting sustained highway speeds, heavy touring loads, or serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
223.0 ccm
Power
22.3 HP (16.4 kW)
Torque
18.0 Nm (1.8 kgf-m) @ 5500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1784 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
65.5 x 66.2 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Lubrication system
Pumping spray
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multiplate
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1340 mm
Overall length
2015 mm
Overall width
815 mm
Overall height
1080 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Wet weight
125.0 kg
Fuel capacity
8.70 litres
Ground clearance
236 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Pro-Link swing arm
Rake (fork angle)
23.0°
Trail
63 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
110/70-17
Rear tyre
130/70-17
Other
Color options
Yellow/black, grey/black

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda XR 230 Motard?

The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard has a Capacity of 223.0 ccm (13.61 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda XR 230 Motard have?

The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard has a Power of 22.3 HP (16.4 kW).

How many gears does the Honda XR 230 Motard have?

The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda XR 230 Motard?

The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard has a Torque of 18.0 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.3 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM.

How much does the Honda XR 230 Motard weigh?

The 2011 Honda XR 230 Motard has a Wet weight of 125.0 kg (275.6 pounds).

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