Honda is to give its Montesa trials bike line-up the kiss of life with the launch in October of a new Cota 4RT. Unveiled at the Italian round of the Trials World Championship at Barzio on 7 July, the new Cota will be sold in two versions, the 4RT260 and 4RT260 Factory.
Honda says a 10cc increase in engine size to 260cc gives improved performance, a more usable rpm range and stronger torque in the mid range. Engine braking has also been significantly reduced to improve rider feel and control.
Both new-for-2014 Cota’s are to be manufactured at Honda’s Barcelona factory and will be sold here through selected Honda off-road franchised dealers. Prices have yet to be announced but both models will be “priced extremely competitively”.