Honda CB125 (1972-73)

The Honda CB125, produced between 1972 and 1973, was a four-stroke, twin-cylinder motorcycle with a capacity of 124 cc. It had a compression ratio of 9.4:1 and used 2x Keihin 22mm slide type manual choke for induction. The bike had a max power of 15 hp at 10500 rpm and a max torque of 1.05 kgf-m at 9000 rpm. This was paired with a 5-speed transmission and a chain final drive. The front suspension was oil-damped telescopic forks, while the rear suspension was dual shocks with a swing arm. Both front and rear brakes were drums. The wet weight of the bike was 133 kg, and it had a fuel capacity of 10 litres or 10.6 US gal. Overall, the Honda CB125 was a lightweight and reliable motorcycle with a simple design and efficient engine.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Honda CB 125

Year: 1972 – 73


Engine: Four stroke, twin cylinder, OHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 44 x 41 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.4:1
Induction: 2x Keihin 22mm slide type manual choke
Ignition: Battery & coil
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 15 hp / 10.9 kW @ 10500 rpm
Max Torque: 1.05 kgf-m / 7.5 lb-ft @ 9000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Oil-damped telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks, swing arm,
Front Brakes: Drum

Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.50-18
Rear Tyre: 2.75-18
Wet Weight: 133 kg / 295.4 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 10 Litres / 10.6 US gal

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