Okay, mini-dads, are you ready to check out the latest from Cobra? Here are their '15 models, and some of the highlights include Cobra’s all-new electronic power valve 65cc engine, their ‘SmartLeg’ fork technology that's standard equipment on both the 32mm and 37mm front fork platforms, and their exclusive twin-spar chassis design that both our King 50 and CX65 utilize to ensure great handling and stability.
2015 - What’s New!
2015 Cobra CX50JR
• Improved clutch shoes – New design allows improved oil circulation for more consistent operation and increased durability.
• New clutch basket – Lighter weight design also improves oil circulation and clutch cooling.
• Improved clutch springs – More robust clutch bolt and spring stack design improves clutch life and reduces maintenance.
• All-new fork cartridge guide bushings – Smoother action provides more comfort and allows the front wheel to follow terrain better for improved traction and steering.
• All-new handlebar – Stronger with integrated cross-bar pad.
• Extended Swingarm – Improved handling and tractability.
• Improved rear wheel tire bead design – Provides better bead locking for reduced tire slippage.
• All-new Dunlop MX52 all-terrain tires.
• New FLO Yellow plastic – Bright!
• Improved clutch shoes – New design allows improved oil circulation for more consistent operation and increased durability.
• New clutch basket – Lighter weight design also improves oil circulation and clutch cooling.
• Improved clutch springs – More robust clutch bolt and spring stack design improves clutch life and reduces maintenance.
• All-new fork cartridge guide bushings – Smoother action provides more comfort and allows the front wheel to follow terrain better for improved traction and steering.
• Improved rear wheel tire bead design – Provides better bead locking for reduced tire slippage.
• All-new Dunlop MX52 all-terrain tires.
• New FLO Yellow plastic – Bright!
2015 Cobra CX65
• Breakaway, low friction, ergonomic brake and clutch levers – Improved durability and feel, and reduced lever effort.
• Hardcoated brake and clutch master cylinders – Improved durability and looks.
• Improved clutch slave cylinder – Stronger design improves sealing and provides improved clutch feel.
• All-new lighter engine cases – Tighter package, reduced weight, and better internal oil flow.
• Redesigned water pump and cooling system – Improved durability and packaging. Easier maintenance is also a bonus.
• All-new powervalve solenoid mechanism – Smaller package, reduced weight, easier to maintain.
• Increased flywheel inertia – Increased tractability keeps power to the ground.
• Improved shifting – Improvements to mechanism and cases provide for smoother shifting under power.
• Smoother starting – Repositioned kick starter and improved mechanism allow youthful legs to generate a stronger kick for easier starting.
• All-new fork cartridge guide bushings – Smoother action provides more comfort and allows the front wheel to follow terrain better for improved traction and steering.
• All-new Dunlop MX52 all-terrain tires.
• New FLO Yellow plastic – Bright!
2015 Cobra Model Specifications (subject to change without notice)
Cobra CX65 | Cobra CX50 SR (The King) | Cobra CX50 JR | |
Dry Weight | 124 lbs / 56 kg | 91 lbs / 41 kg | 81 lbs / 36 kg |
Engine | Cobra 65cc 2-stroke with Electronic Power Valve | Cobra 50cc 2-stroke | Cobra 50cc 2-stroke |
Bore x Stroke | 44.5mm x 41.7mm | 39mm x 41.7mm | 39mm x 41.7mm |
Induction | Case Reed V-Force® Reed Valve 26mm Mikuni VM carb | Case Reed V-Force® Reed Valve 19mm carb | Case Reed V-Force® Reed Valve 14mm carb |
Cooling | Water cooled Cylinder and Case | Water cooled | Water cooled |
Clutch | Hydraulically actuated | Cobra 5Gx 3-Shoe | Cobra 5Gx 3-Shoe |
Transmission | Six-speed sequential | Single-speed auto | Single-speed auto |
Exhaust | Pro Circuit® pipe and tuned silencer | Tuned pipe and silencer | Tuned pipe and silencer |
Lubrication | Mixture lubrication | Mixture lubrication | Mixture lubrication |
Fuel Capacity | 1.1 Gallons / 4.2 L | 1.1 Gallons / 4.2 L | .70 Gallons / 2.6 L |
Frame | Twin Spar Oval HSLA | Twin Spar Oval HSLA | Double Cradle 4130 ChrMo Steel |
Wheelbase | 1140mm | 990mm | 908mm |
Seat Height | 762mm | 680mm | 607mm |
Ground Clearance | 250mm | 245mm | 216mm |
Front Brake | Hydraulic Disk (205mm) | Hydraulic Disk (160mm) | Hydraulic Disk (160mm) |
Rear Brake | Hydraulic Disk (165mm) | Hydraulic Disk (140mm) | Hydraulic Disk (140mm) |
Front Suspension | CARD Smart-Leg 37mm USD Fully Adjustable 224mm travel | CARD Smart-Leg 32mm USD Fully Adjustable 210mm travel | CARD Smart-Leg 32mm USD Fully Adjustable 170mm travel |
Rear Suspension | CARD Fully Adjustable (High & Low Speed) 270mm travel - VRS | CARD Fully Adjustable (High & Low Speed) 248mm travel | CARD Adjustable Piggyback 170mm travel |
Wheel Front / Rear | 14” spoke / 12” spoke (Al rims, Billet hubs, 9ga. spokes) | Cobra 12” Billet Cobra 10” Billet | Cobra 10” Billet Cobra 10” Billet |
Tires Front / Rear | 60-100x14 Med Terrain 80-100x12 Med Terrain | 2.5x12 / 2.75x10 | 2.5x10 / 2.75x10 |
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