Built around Honda's trial motorcycle platform, the 2018 Honda Montesa Cota 4RT 260 features a 259 cc (15.8 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 78.0 x 54.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches) with a 10.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Montesa Cota 4RT 260 measures 74.3 kg (164 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 650 mm (25.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,321 mm (52 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 2-liter (0.5 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 2015 to 2019, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
650 mm (25.6 in)
Engine
Displacement259.0 ccm (15.80 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 54.2 mm (3.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. PGM-FI
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionElectronically controlled digital transistorized
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMulitplate in oil bath
Chassis
Rake23.0°
Trail64 mm (2.5 inches)
Front Suspension39mm TECH cartridge-type telescopic fork with Pre-load extension adjustments.
Front Travel175 mm (6.9 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link ® , R16V damper with Pre-load and extension adjustments.
Rear Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase1321 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground Clearance335 mm (13.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.75-21
Rear Tyre4.00-18
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø150 mm (5.9 inches)
WheelsWire spoked. Dunlop tyres.
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight73.0 kg (160.9 pounds)
Weight incl.74.3 kg (163.7 pounds)
Seat Height650 mm (25.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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
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