MTX 200 R

1985 Honda MTX 200 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Honda for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1985 Honda MTX 200 R pairs a 194 cc (11.8 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 139.2 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the MTX 200 R measures 114 kg (251 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.22 kg per horsepower). The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 118 km/h (73 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1985 to 1987, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.