[LoopyLee]

From The Honda Website

“Racy lines and exhilarating performance. The thrilling CBR125R has everything you need for maximised riding fun that keeps your excitement level running high as you gradually stretch your limits. Always fun to ride, and a real performer when called on to pick up the pace, the light and nimble CBR125R makes any young, new rider or seasoned veteran feel like a knee-dragging champion of the road racing circuits. So, what are you waiting for? Climb on and experience the thrill of CBR excitement every time you ride.“

Features

Sleek full-coverage bodywork with aggressive racer-replica styling
Liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 4-stroke engine starts instantly at the touch of a button, revving quickly up to speed with strong and smooth acceleration
HECS3 oxygen-sensing catalytic exhaust gas converter system minimises emissions of harmful exhaust gases to ensure full compliance with strict EURO-3 emissions regulations
Slim twin-spar frame with Monoshock rear suspension for quick and responsive handling
Powerful front and rear disc brakes offer easy, responsive control for confident cornering speeds
Dual Line Beam headlights show strong visual ties to the bigger CBR’s in Honda's sports bike family
A balancer shaft inside the engine reduces vibration for a ride that's all-day comfortable
Almost every component of the CBR125R is recyclable

Specifications

Engine Type: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 2-valve SOHC single cylinder
Displacement: 124.7cm3
Bore & Stroke: 58 x 47.2mm
Compression Ratio: 11: 1
Carburetion: PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Cooling System: liquid
Max. Power Output: 10kW/10,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque: 10.6Nm/8,250min-1 (95/1/EC)
Ignition: Fully transistorised with electronic advance
Starter: Electric
Gearbox: 6-speed
Final Drive: O-ring sealed chain
Wheels Front: U-section 6-spoke cast aluminium
Wheels Rear: U-section 6-spoke cast aluminium
Tyres Front: 80/90-17M/C (44P)
Tyres Rear: 100/80-17M/C (52P)
Suspension Front: 31mm telescopic fork, 109mm axle travel
Suspension Rear: Monoshock damper, 120 mm axle travel
Brakes Front: 276 x 4mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper and resin mould pads
Brakes Rear: 220 x 4mm hydraulic disc with single-piston calliper and resin mould pads
Length: 1,920mm
Width: 675mm
Height: 1,070mm
Wheelbase: 1,294mm
Seat Height: 776mm
Ground Clearance: 172mm
Fuel Capacity: 10 litres
Kerb weight 127.3kg

[sb1000rr]

exhilarating performance, lol.....

[StrumminRonin]

Exilarating for who? For those who are not in the know?

Heck, I was overtaken in the car by what looked like a CG at the lights. I bet ANY 125cc bike would be more "exilarating" than the usual family saloon!

[Sideshow bob]

Originally Posted by StrumminRonin

Exilarating for who?

Maybe you should right a review when you pick yours up?

[LoopyLee]

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

Maybe you should right a review when you pick yours up?

Definately.. owner input would be very good, especially for any visitors to the site..

[StrumminRonin]

Thanks fo rthe idea!!

I might actually start a blog thread on that.

[Sideshow bob]

Originally Posted by StrumminRonin

Thanks fo rthe idea!!

I might actually start a blog thread on that.

When's the baby due?

[StrumminRonin]

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

When's the baby due?

Thanks for asking, Sideshow Bob. The bike should be at the dealership next week, which gives me a few more days to sort out things like insurance and crash bungs, and to clear the garage.

[sb1000rr]

here's my review
plus's
fun to ride
looks the goods
nimble handling
make good commuter/ learner bike
does about 120km/h flat out with my 50 odd kilo girl on it

negatives
slow (with a few mods yet to come may be better)
average brakes (just put new goodridge pads in yet to test)
ridiculously low 1st gear
notchy gearbox, false neutrals often

anyone know where i can get a +1 front or -2 rear sprocket for this bike? needs more top end

[Surffrog]

Originally Posted by sb1000rr

notchy gearbox, false neutrals often

I've heard that if you raise the idle slightly (you may have to tinker to get it right for you) you can get the changes to smooth out. Also, one or two of the Thais over here have changed the chain, which apparently helps as well. No, I don't know what they changed it to.

As for more top end speed, some of the Farang (that's us lot) have put bigger head and bore kits on them, siting that the motor does not have enough power to warrant just changing the sprockets but I don't know about that.

[sb1000rr]

thats the plan, big bore, stroker crank plus gearing so it has the power to maintain a higher top speed.......

[Surffrog]

Originally Posted by sb1000rr

thats the plan, big bore, stroker crank plus gearing so it has the power to maintain a higher top speed.......

We'll need a ride report when you're done

[Sideshow bob]

Originally Posted by StrumminRonin

Thanks for asking, Sideshow Bob. The bike should be at the dealership next week, which gives me a few more days to sort out things like insurance and crash bungs, and to clear the garage.

The Stork should be on its way (excited yet?)

[StrumminRonin]

Thanks, Sideshow Bob. Yep, excited alright. I have someone carve down and reupholster the spare seat tomorrow, so all is happening, bit by bit.

[LoopyLee]

woohoo.. nearly there.. have you sorted your insurance and that out?

[Sideshow bob]

Originally Posted by StrumminRonin

I have someone carve down and reupholster the spare seat tomorrow,

You must be tiny?

Hope you manage to sleep the night before... I couldn't when i got my first new bike*

*then again.... i still have trouble getting to sleep on christmas eve!

[macca9540]

Ere tis!

[LoopyLee]

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

Hope you manage to sleep the night before... I couldn't when i got my first new bike*

*then again.... i still have trouble getting to sleep on christmas eve!

He wont have any problem getting to sleep on Christmas Eve if he keeps up his current behaviour on this forum.. as he will be getting SWEET FCUK ALL this year

[macca9540]

Originally Posted by LoopyLee

He wont have any problem getting to sleep on Christmas Eve if he keeps up his current behaviour on this forum.. as he will be getting SWEET FCUK ALL this year

Poor SSB.

[Sideshow bob]

Originally Posted by macca9540

Poor SSB.

Thanks for the sympathy

[StrumminRonin]

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

You must be tiny?

I am spot on at 5 ft 1 in bare feet. So I suppose yes, I *AM* shorter than the normal average person. Easier to find boyfriends (Statistically speaking, anyway)

Originally Posted by LoopyLee

... as he will be getting SWEET FCUK ALL this year

LOL Loopy. But you WILL get him something for his birthday and new years, right?


Insurance - sort of. I have a few quotes but would rather have the bike delivered to me first, as I would like to have all the numbers and information regarding the bike to hand. I don't even have a licence plate number at the moment! Plus I'd like to get some crash protectors installed before I venture out. It HAS been over a year since I last rode a bike with me in the driving seat, so there's a bit of trepidation to say the least.

[LoopyLee]

Originally Posted by StrumminRonin

LOL Loopy. But you WILL get him something for his birthday and new years, right?

Insurance - sort of. I have a few quotes but would rather have the bike delivered to me first, as I would like to have all the numbers and information regarding the bike to hand. I don't even have a licence plate number at the moment! Plus I'd like to get some crash protectors installed before I venture out. It HAS been over a year since I last rode a bike with me in the driving seat, so there's a bit of trepidation to say the least.

He not getting anything EVER again if he keeps behaving like he has been!!! Will save the money I would spend on him and buy myself another bike

What have the quotes been like for your bike..

[Surffrog]

Originally Posted by Sideshow bob

You must be tiny?

Hope you manage to sleep the night before... I couldn't when i got my first new bike*

*then again.... i still have trouble getting to sleep on christmas eve!