Positioned in Honda's allround motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Honda CB223S pairs a 223 cc (13.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 18 Nm (13.3 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) with a 9.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the CB223S measures 135 kg (298 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2011 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement223.0 ccm (13.61 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Torque18.0 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.3 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. VE3DC
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Trail84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionSwing arm
Wheelbase1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Ground Clearance135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/90-18
Rear Tyre130/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.135.0 kg (297.6 pounds)
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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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.
