CM 185 T

1978 Honda CM 185 T Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1978 Honda CM 185 T utilizes a 181 cc (11 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10 HP (7.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 55.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the CM 185 T measures 137 kg (302 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (13.7 kg per horsepower). The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 93 km/h (58 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1978 to 1979, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.