Honda CBR125R

Honda CBR125R

Manufacturer	Honda
Production	2004-present
Predecessor	Honda NSR125
Class	Sports bike
Engine	125 cc SOHC 4-stroke water-cooled single
Power	10 kW (13 hp) @ 10000 rpm (claimed)
Torque	10.6 N·m (7.8 ft·lbf) at 8,250 rpm (claimed)
Transmission	6-speed manual
Brakes	Disc (front and rear)
Tires	Front 80/90 17"; Rear 100/80 17"
Wheelbase	1,294 mm (50.9 in)
Dimensions	L 1,920 mm (76 in) W 675 mm (26.6 in) H 1,070 mm (42 in)
Seat height	776 mm (30.6 in)
Weight	n/a (dry) 127.3 kg (281 lb) (claimed) (wet)
Fuel capacity	10 l (2.2 imp gal; 2.6 US gal)
Related	Honda CBR150R

The Honda CBR125R is a sport bike fitted with a 125 cc four-stroke engine. The CBR125R first appeared on the market in 2004. It is manufactured in Thailand alongside the CBR150R, the latter for the Far East market.

History

The CBR125 was introduced in 2004 by Honda to fill in a gap in the 125 cc market left by the discontinued Honda NSR125. It is powered by a liquid-cooled four-stroke, two-valve SOHC, single cylinder 124.7 cc engine with a claimed power rating of 10 kW (13 hp).

2004 to 2006

The models produced during these years resemble the CBR600RR and use a carburetor in the fuel system.

The Repsol color scheme was introduced in 2005 and remained for the following year only as the CBR125RS5/6.

Example of the 2004-2006 CBR125R, manufactured in mid 2006.

2007 changes

In 2007, the CBR125R received some major changes including fuel injection and Honda extended the availability to Australia and Canada.

The 2007 model received new front fairings to resemble the look of the CBR600RR as well as colour changes to the swing arm and front forks which are now black.

Engine changes included PGM-FI: electronic fuel injection, IACV (Idle Air Control Valve), which operates with the FI system, and HECS3 oxygen sensor to comply with EURO-3 regulations.

See also

• Honda Sonic - A similar motorcycle made for the South East Asian market

External links

• Official Honda Australia page for the 2007 model
• Official Honda Australia page for the 2009 model
• 2007 Honda CBR125R official Honda Canada page for the 2007 model
• 2006 Honda CBR125R official Honda UK page for the 2006 model
• 2008 CBR125R road tests Canadian review of the 2008 Honda CBR125R
• Honda CBR125R review Road test of the Honda CBR125R