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Honda has a sturdy mini motorbike, this bike is named Honda Monkey. This name was taken because in the form of design, the mini bike was like a monkey, so it was unique indeed very unique. He is the Honda Monkey 125, which is very well known especially in Europe. Then what is Honda Monkey 125 like and what are the advantages of this motorbike ??
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Reporting from iwanbanaran.com page, Honda Monkey 125 is included in the mini bike category because of its tiny shape. In dimensions, the Honda Monkey 125 is similar to the Honda MSX 125 or Groom. But the Honda Monkey 125 is more muscular with the presence of a fairly large tire and the shape of a rounded lamp with an exhaust located next to the seat.
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This Honda Monkey 125 has been equipped with Upside Down, ABS and full digital speedometer suspension. Ground clearance is also high for the mini bike category which is 160mm. While the front disc brake size is 220mm which is controlled by two piston calipers and 190mm rear (1 piston calipers) with antilock brake System (ABS) feature. Honda Monkey 125 has been packed with gambot tires, namely front 120 / 80'12inch and rear 130 / 80'12 inch.
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Honda Monkey 125 is equipped with 125 SOHC 2 valve 4 speed PGM FI air cooling engine. The cylinder head also sleeps not vertically unlike motorsport. The engine is capable of spewing up to 9.3PS @7000RPM and 11Nm of torque @5.250 RPM with a weight of only 107kg and a fuel tank of 5.6 liter capacity.
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Then how much is the price? Even though this motorbike is mini, it doesn't mean the price will be cheap. In the UK alone, the Honda Monkey 125 is sold at $ 5999, equivalent to Rp 70 million. This is what made PT AHM reluctant to bring the "monkey" to Indonesia.