RC142

Bore x stroke

44.0 x 41.0 mm (1.7 x 1.6 inches)

Color options

Silver/yellow

Compression

10.5:1

Cooling system

Air

Dry weight

87.0 kg (191.8 pounds)

Engine size

124.7 ccm (7.61 cubic inches)

Frame type

Open-cradle

Front brakes

Expanding brake (drum brake)

Front suspension

Leading link forks

Fuel control

Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Fuel system

Carburettor. Flat-slided Keihins

Gearbox

6-speed

Ignition

Magneto

Model

Honda RC142

Oil capacity

2.00 litres (2.11 US quarts)

Output

18.5 HP (13.5 kW)) @ 14000 RPM

Power/weight ratio

0.2128 HP/kg

Rear brakes

Expanding brake (drum brake)

Rear suspension

Dual shocks

Top speed

209.2 km/h (130.0 mph)

Transmission type

Chain (final drive)

Type

Sport

Type of engine

Twin, four-stroke

Valves per cylinder

2

Weight incl. oil, gas, etc

93.0 kg (205.0 pounds)

Wheelbase

1270 mm (50.0 inches)

Year of manufacture

1959