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CB223S

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35 /100 Commuter
Power
16 HP
Torque
18 Nm
Engine
223 ccm

2015 Honda CB223S Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2015 Honda CB223S allround motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 223 cc (13.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16 HP (11.7 kW) at 7,000 rpm while 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. With a specific output of 71.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the CB223S measures 135 kg (298 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.12 HP/kg (8.44 kg per horsepower). 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 paired with a rated consumption of 2.44 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 451 km (280 miles) between fill-ups.

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.

Specific Output
71.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.12 HP/kg (8.44 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,000 rpm
Theoretical Range
~451 km (280 mi)
Engine
Displacement 223.0 ccm (13.61 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details MD33E engine
Power 16.0 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 7000 RPM
Torque 18.0 Nm (1.8 kgf-m or 13.3 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 9.0:1
Bore x Stroke 65.5 x 66.2 mm (2.6 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. VE3DC
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Ignition CDI
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Multi-plate coil spring wet
Performance
Fuel Consumption 2.44 litres/100 km (41.0 km/l or 96.40 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases 56.6 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Frame Type Semi-double cradle
Rake 25.5°
Trail 84 mm (3.3 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Swing arm
Wheelbase 1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Ground Clearance 135 mm (5.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/90-18
Rear Tyre 130/80-18
Front Brakes Single disc. Hydraulic
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds)
Seat Height 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1110 mm (43.7 inches)
Overall Length 2100 mm (82.7 inches)
Overall Width 780 mm (30.7 inches)
Fuel Capacity 11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Red, black
Notes

Sold in Japan.

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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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All-Round & Adventure
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Seat Height
78 cm / 30.7 in
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