The Honda CB125E is a 125cc four-stroke commuter motorcycle, manufactured by the Honda Motor Company. It has electric start and a five-speed gearbox. The engine produces approximately 10 hp (7 kW; 10 PS).[citation needed] The bike is equipped with front disc and rear drum brakes. Electrics are 12 volt with capacitor discharge electronic ignition and the machine is electric start only.

Honda CB125E
Honda CB125E (2012)
ManufacturerHonda Motor Company
ClassStandard
Engine124 cc (7.6 cu in), four-stroke, single
Bore / stroke52.4 mm × 57.8 mm (2.06 in × 2.28 in)
Compression ratio9.2:1
Power10.2 hp (7.6 kW)
Torque10.03 N⋅m (7.40 lbf⋅ft)
Ignition typeCapacitor discharge electronic ignition
Electric start only
Transmission5-speed manual
BrakesFront: disc 240 mm (9.4 in)
Rear: drum 130 mm (5.1 in)
TyresFront: 80/100 18M/C 47P
Rear: 90/90 18M/C 51P
Wheelbase1,286 mm (50.6 in)
DimensionsL: 2,026 mm (79.8 in)
W: 765 mm (30.1 in)
H: 1,094 mm (43.1 in)
Seat height767 mm (30.2 in)
Weight137 kg (302 lb) (dry)
Fuel capacity13.5 L (3.0 imp gal; 3.6 US gal)

Top speed with a single rider is approximately 100 km/h (62 mph).[citation needed] Although good for city commuting, the bike lacks power and speed to keep up with free-way speeds in Australia.

It went on sale in Australia in 2012 and became one of the most reasonably priced road bikes. It was replaced with the Honda CB125F in 2023.[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Commuter lights Honda CB125F". Australian Motorcycle News. 2023-06-07.
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