Built around Cobra's minibike, cross motorcycle platform, the 2023 Cobra CX65 utilizes a 65 cc (4 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 44.5 x 41.7 mm (1.8 x 1.6 inches).
On the scales, the CX65 measures 53 kg (117 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 762 mm (30 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,130 mm (44.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 4.2-liter (1.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Cobra archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2009 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
762 mm (30 in)
Engine
Displacement65.0 ccm (3.97 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsElectronic “Fang” Power Valve
Bore x Stroke44.5 x 41.7 mm (1.8 x 1.6 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Mikuni VM 26 mm
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
LubricationMixture lubrication – Spectro SX2
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchHydraulically actuated
Performance
ExhaustTuned pipe and silencer
Chassis
Frame TypeHybrid Oval/Backbone Twin Spar
Front SuspensionCARD Smart-Leg 37mm USD Fully Adjustable
Front Travel224 mm (8.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionCARD Fully Adjustable (High and Low Speed)
Rear Travel270 mm (10.6 inches)
Wheelbase1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Ground Clearance250 mm (9.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre60/100-14
Rear Tyre80/100-12
Front BrakesSingle disc. Floating disk, hydraulic
Front Brake Ø205 mm (8.1 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Floating disk, hydraulic
Rear Brake Ø165 mm (6.5 inches)
WheelsAL rims. Dunlop Geomax MX33 tyres.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight53.0 kg (116.8 pounds)
Seat Height762 mm (30.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
