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The CB125R is Honda’s latest venture into the hugely competitive sports naked 125 class and is aimed squarely at new riders who are looking for their first biking thrill.
Replacing the now outgoing fully-faired CBR125R, the upright CB adds a level of sophistication to the genre, offering big-bike looks and components alongside a claimed lightest weight in its class and a near 300-mile tank range. Read more here: www.motorcyclenews.com/news/f...
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@LeighPankhurst 3 жыл бұрын

I have one of these and I use it for commuting across Norfolk every day. I have racked up 1500 miles on it. It's a very very good bike. It doesn't feel like a small bike more like an under powered big bike. It handles amazingly well thanks to the posh suspension and big tyres and the brakes are amazing. Super 125!

@liamgeddes1173 3 ай бұрын

How comfortable is it? I’m planning on buying one early next year and I’ll be riding 4 hours to go from my home town to uni

@callumlawrence1427 6 жыл бұрын

best looking 125 on the market!

@patrikvuletic7839 5 жыл бұрын

Yamaha mt 125

@karamislary129 5 жыл бұрын

KTM Duke 125

@unrealsdream6563 5 жыл бұрын

Yamaha YZF-R125

@jakefarronmerlin7963 5 жыл бұрын

Prefer cbr or ktm duke but it's still good looking

@tomekandrykowski 5 жыл бұрын

Aprilia rs4 125

@christill 6 жыл бұрын

That looks really stylish. Huge improvement. But 125s aren’t exclusively learner bikes, just as hatchbacks aren’t just for learner drivers. Really wish the motorcycle industry would change with the times but they’re solidly stuck in their ways.

@1966johnnywayne 6 жыл бұрын

Agreed, I've been riding since '85 and I jumped at the chance to own the '14 CBR125 when Honda discontinued them here in Canada. At $1999 cdn. and 110 mpg....it was almost cheaper to operate around town than a bicycle. I would still be riding it if I hadn't come across an incredible deal on a CRF250L. In the 3 years that I owned it I had many riders comment on how they'd love to have one as a second bike for around town. It was great fun and practical.

@Death666wish 5 жыл бұрын

650cc bikes are becoming budget bikes and you want them to make the 125's higher quality? I wouldn't hold my breath. People keep buying used, and manufacturers keep trying to make profit, the result? Chinese made Japanese bikes with basic parts.

@Zedexization 4 жыл бұрын

125s are the engine modifier's canvas

@verdaqq 4 жыл бұрын

To be fair I would rather this than watch someone with no experience eat a wall with a 1000cc

@jaypunzalan6999 5 жыл бұрын

Best motorcycle for daily use, fuel efficient and low maintenance

@keithalderson2655 6 жыл бұрын

had mine a month now as my first bike,enjoying it imensley and looking forward to getting te bigger version.

@Pintuuuxo 6 жыл бұрын

Well done MCN. Not only the 1000cc matters. Nice bike to start learning to use the clutch. A few more weeks and you would get our marvelous sunshine here in Portugal. :-)

@markszucs2303 4 жыл бұрын

I just got mine today i bought a white colour one and i'm very impressed ! I love Honda.

@Blackfinity1 6 жыл бұрын

Good looking little bike. Love that they gave it 41mm USD forks and a radial caliper. Even if they're not top-shelf parts, they look good and modern.

@derweiehelge9087 5 жыл бұрын

I have an easy solution to your problem with its gearbox: Stop pulling the clutch for a second and it will let you switch into first gear. I know this, because my Driving schools cbr125r had the same problem. Same goes for the other gears. If for some reason the gearlever wont let itself be pushed down, just slightly let off the clutch lever and it will automatically jump into the lower gear. I hope this might help anyone reading this.

@onionman1893 Жыл бұрын

^this, or just role the bike back/forwards slightly

@lewgarner8834 Жыл бұрын

I see one of these every morning coming the opposite way on my way to work rain or shine, always put my hand up when riding my bike in. Was puzzled to see an L plate on it, I genuinely had no idea it was a 125. Amazing how bikes have come on

@silverfoils 6 жыл бұрын

Super smart young fella. Great job.

@RoundBrushStevesteve 3 жыл бұрын

he's 52..

@MusicMath123 5 жыл бұрын

1:44 thumbs UP for "escaping the phone" story!

@cacca8 6 жыл бұрын

They need to use this style on bigger bikes

@cacca8 6 жыл бұрын

Dontcallmeshirley let me say 400ish size

@caspar4121 6 жыл бұрын

CB300R big enough?

@cacca8 6 жыл бұрын

Caspar they changed the style? Yes it is

@caspar4121 6 жыл бұрын

Alessio Minelli Yeah man, the 300 looks like this and the 1000R brethren. Only the 500F and 650F looks different (sharp) now.

@cacca8 6 жыл бұрын

Caspar now I'm feeling stupid lol thanks mate

@AkaAndyKnuckles 6 жыл бұрын

I bought one for my riding school here in Norway. Excited to get it.

@morten2610 5 жыл бұрын

Funker den bra eller? Har litt lyst på en selv

@houseofcheung 6 жыл бұрын

@MCN do you think the front brake could be sorted with a proper bleed and change of fluid?

@OntarioAndrews415 6 жыл бұрын

It is identical to their new CB300R which is slated to hit the North American market mid 2018 as a 2019 model. I saw and sat on it at a Motorcycle Show back in January. Finally Honda has added a gear indicator as their competition in this segment all offered a gear indicator on their small 300cc bikes. I like the new styling as it will replace the rather out dated CB300F. Good job to Honda.

@michael07nz 6 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but the 300 does not have the gear indicator.

@OntarioAndrews415 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your reply. I will say that I was told yes it does. Hmnn ....interesting.

@michael07nz 6 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mdiDncRjp8jXh4k.html see here

@OntarioAndrews415 6 жыл бұрын

So ....was that video link a CB300R and was that some sort of after thought gear indicator stuck on the left side of the dash?

@roberthicks686 6 жыл бұрын

The Grom, the Rally, now this. Honda predicting the future market? I think so. This looks like a blast to ride regardless of age or skill.

@ThePkmnmaster0 6 жыл бұрын

I'm from Lisbon almost finished taking my license for 125cc's, this new bike is actually my favourite/dream out of all the 125cc's available. Good review.

@terryjohn 6 жыл бұрын

good choice mine too

@yomommastupid 6 жыл бұрын

any driving school to recommend?? I live in Lisbon too but need to exchange my license to a Portuguese first obrigado

@ThePkmnmaster0 6 жыл бұрын

theabstrakt84 find one near you, there are lots of schools. Find your fair price, location, facility quality, etc

@rexington_tv8490 5 жыл бұрын

Something that is important to add is that it have problems with the grip as soon as tempratures drop close to 5 degrees celsius and rain. If you want to stay on hte bike and not on the ground you really have to slow down in turns. I believe this can be fixed by changing tires. I only feels safe riding on dry surfaces. But the bike is really good as long as its a little warm.

@UvidCo 6 жыл бұрын

Great review. Its a nice little bike. I'm pretty sure I drove those mountain road on Forza horizon lol.

@ivanviktorijobasic9447 6 жыл бұрын

I think that Honda nailed it with this bike,nice job!

@UxJ7 6 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review mate!

@peterarnell8112 6 жыл бұрын

Had one of these for the last few days what can i say. Fantastic town/city bike, lacks power when out in the countryside but thats kind of expected. But a fantastic beginner bike. Not regretting my decision one bit

@miguelhannes875 6 жыл бұрын

Damn how i miss my backyard roads along the ocean to guincho beach...now stuck in brussels for work

@leelee9418 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Many thanks!

@user-sw2lv3zp6o 6 жыл бұрын

In Thailand, this is a 150 which makes it very tempting for nipping round the city. Stacks cheaper than in UK, even with the weak pound. Excellent review by a very good young reviewer.

@rockafella1690 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review. Looks like a quality bit of kit. For some reason I think it looks better than the CB1000R.

@MJT-DA 6 жыл бұрын

rockafella1690 I think the cb1000r exhaust is what kills the look

@johnjacob688 6 жыл бұрын

rockafella1690, I was just going to write the same thing.

@rockafella1690 6 жыл бұрын

John Jacob Good time to be a learner. Increasing costs aside... 😑

@SJLui 6 жыл бұрын

Same thoughts too. Maybe also because CB1000R is missing the belly pan.

@aydingultekin2846 4 жыл бұрын

U will want the 1000 one month later. Who cares if it looks better or worse?

@jamesfaulkner5389 6 жыл бұрын

Im thinking of buying one of these as my first bike next year, however im 6ft 4 so do you think i would be able to fit on this bike?

@skhemboklangkshiar5648 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from India..n im eagerly waiting for this bike in my country.. As this bike is so stylish..

@niallhiggins4829 6 жыл бұрын

I have my on-road test in a matter of weeks and am really interested in the CB300R when it's available. A 125 is not bad but not what I'm looking for as my first bike and a 600 is too much at the moment, hopefully when the reviews land for the 300 I'll have a decision made!

@pottierkurt1702 3 жыл бұрын

À New exhaust and I'm happily trottin around for over 2 years. 145 kph topspeef now.

@Soned19 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to have it here in the Philippines 🇵🇭🙏

@bkc29 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review. And the bike is beautiful.

@21broadway 6 жыл бұрын

Wish the CB300R was available in the states! This is my current favorite small bike! Nice review.

@SegioDokic 6 жыл бұрын

Maybe it will be released there, the 1000r will for shure I think.

@terryjohn 6 жыл бұрын

its coming

@Botzz28 6 жыл бұрын

Hey everyone. So I was going to buy a grom but just fell in love with the Honda 150ss racer. I decided I’m going to wait for that bike instead. Anyone know the release date ?

@maximXX 6 жыл бұрын

Did he say if the engine and gearbox was new? Oh and please leave the young guy alone, ideal reporter on this size of bike!

@XV250 6 жыл бұрын

My understanding is that the engine is almost identical to the one on the full-fairing CBR125.

@bikeninja956 4 жыл бұрын

can you get these in the NA market? or are we stuck with the Grom for small displacement?

@sheek3 6 жыл бұрын

Pleasantly surprised at its good looks!

@ps3parks 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 5"4 (163 cm), so it's about 4 cm shorter than you are, how much of a struggle do you think it'd be? I really really love the way this bike looks

@theozchannel7557 6 жыл бұрын

well for a beginner this is amazing amd I wish MCN can review benelli 500 leoncino that bike deserves a review like these Japanese motorcycles

@58lp79 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review!,

@kukuchan9523 6 жыл бұрын

The sound is great for me.

@shistorm 6 жыл бұрын

I have also noticed every now and then the my CB125r won't go into to first gear for some reason I also get a false neutral every now and then which is scary as hell. I put it down to me being an inexperianced rider more than anything else, I've been using a geared bike for about 3 months now and I have to say I love it.

@doubledkay5356 6 жыл бұрын

Daniel Forsythe mine has trouble as well mate, if you're in neutral roll the bike forward an inch or two so it grabs first gear

@onadinz 5 жыл бұрын

hoping to release in philippines market, best 125cc bike of 2019

@leonardodavinci1956 5 жыл бұрын

Hey, when will you think it will be available international?

@ChrisWebDev 4 жыл бұрын

I love mine but it struggles to hold 70 unless you're on the flat so I disagree with the statement that it holds 70 with revs to spare

@chaderifichighlights6322 5 жыл бұрын

I wish it was release here at philippines. Its cool for big guys like me

@badral-hussain6757 Жыл бұрын

Nice looking bike. I’m thinking of downsizing from a 650 Suzuki gladius.

@danielallen839 11 ай бұрын

So excited i just got accepted for finance gone pick mine up soon

@irfan6420 5 жыл бұрын

My height is 160cm(cries at corner) will there me any issues for me?

@johna6968 6 жыл бұрын

Good lad. Well done

@alexgontijo 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review!!!!

@lightspeed72 5 жыл бұрын

A really nice review! Clean and to the point. Nice visuals too.

@TheAbhinav1001 6 жыл бұрын

Looks incredibly cool... Hope Honda launches CB250 or CB400 in India as well

@dbrown555 6 жыл бұрын

Good review 👍

@youssefelattar321 3 жыл бұрын

I am planning to buy my first bike, I am considering buying either a duke 125, mt125 or. the cb125r. not sure which one is the best choice?

@JA-kx6kf 6 жыл бұрын

I really hope this will be released here in the Philippines.

@kishoremana3 6 жыл бұрын

I wish they would release this bike in Indian market!

@Just_randomhuman 5 жыл бұрын

I wish too

@MRAshok-gi1pj 5 жыл бұрын

@@Just_randomhuman ho my god so its not available in india i need to buy this bike

@Just_randomhuman 5 жыл бұрын

@@MRAshok-gi1pj well you can import it by paying 2-3x times the bikes price.👌😉😉😉😉

@MRAshok-gi1pj 5 жыл бұрын

@@Just_randomhuman i don't have that much money anyway thanks

@Just_randomhuman 5 жыл бұрын

@@MRAshok-gi1pj I guess common people don't have sir ...... Including me

@tanvirrrrrrrrrr 3 жыл бұрын

thanks a lot

@valerianfernandes9639 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice video brother

@MoreMissu 3 жыл бұрын

Style . looking...Amazing...I love it

@GeekOT1 2 ай бұрын

Can you get 300 Miles out of it if you were to use it on the Motorway only (@70mph)?

@theamusingrabbit1850 3 жыл бұрын

hello, im an 18 year old in England and i have been riding motocross ever since i can remember, i have a CRF 450 and love it to bits. i got a Car for my 17th birthday and haven't really had chance to go out on the bikes much since getting a job and are missing the feeling of riding, Would this feel very under powered if i got from riding a 450cc motocross bike to riding this? or would it feel capable on the road? let me know what you think. cheers

@aabeefashion 5 жыл бұрын

any Vibration and Heating issue in this Bike ??

@thomaswilliamfirby180 5 жыл бұрын

Honda wants to get its act together I have had nothing but problems with my bike . First it was the water leaking from the coolant hoses then the throttle cable and now the front forks are leaking so more money lost because of not being at work on time because of the bike and it’s problems. I’m glad MCN Got 70mph out of the bike for a sustained period of time as I can hardly get 60mph out of mine

@thomaswilliamfirby180 5 жыл бұрын

Update fork seals gone again and steering head bearings.

@rupakvardhan 3 жыл бұрын

Its definitely inspired from the mt 15 look at those back look

@kristjankristmundsson9398 5 жыл бұрын

I´ve had the same problem with the gearbox, personally i tend to go up one and then down two and it seems to work.

@kevinsaju3881 5 жыл бұрын

Will it be available in Canada?

@swapnilsawant3169 4 жыл бұрын

how is the seat ???? hard / soft???? is it good for long rides????

@1966johnnywayne 3 жыл бұрын

For all that I use my current NC750X DCT, I wish I had never sold my little 2014 CBR 125 R. It was a nice little bike for getting around town. Between the fuel economy and insurance, it was cheaper to operate here in Canada than a scooter. I just didn't like the faired look...but a few dollars and a bit of work and I could have had something similar to this naked.

@jyotiranjan4941 3 жыл бұрын

When it is going to release in india

@rajindernijjer 6 жыл бұрын

Which colour you think looks the best?

@varunalva4494 5 жыл бұрын

Any idea when its going to launch in India

@VikasKumar-ed5nf 5 жыл бұрын

When it's launch in India?

@sidharthpanchal6532 5 жыл бұрын

when it will launch in Indian Market ...?

@sajanshrestha6595 6 жыл бұрын

How many countries aviable of this bike

@jsprite123 5 жыл бұрын

Will it be available in the U.S.?

@creamycrimson 5 жыл бұрын

I would love this! The city I live in has crazy traffic, to the point that you do a 30 minute on foot route in 1h 30mins, but i hate walking to work and im also not very fond of bikes. This seems like the best solution for me.

@namkaulitz5920 5 жыл бұрын

How can i purchase this bike in vietnam

@bennereniers796 5 жыл бұрын

Hello, what is your height? I am 1.89m myself and am looking into this bike. Edit: nevermind he mentions it :)

@focusmicro 3 жыл бұрын

two years on, anybody have one of these? Is the braking systems up to scratch?

@southstar577 6 жыл бұрын

Great review, well spoken and beautiful scenery.

@monck552 6 жыл бұрын

816 mm is a high seat, especially for new riders.

@tombartram7384 3 жыл бұрын

This tester reminds me of tv lefty Owen Jones. Perhaps they met in Cubs.

@675remedy2 6 жыл бұрын

Looks a bit more grown up than the ktm duke I learned on. Top review mate.

@MyLolle 5 жыл бұрын

675 Remedy don’t get me wrong but KTM.....please! tell me you never had one. ;-)) or aprilia? they are terrible :(

@Statek63 4 жыл бұрын

For a car driver's license holder in Europe a 125 cm bike is a great learner tool, without needing to go for the whole hog of getting an "A" bike license for bigger motorcycles before even starting to ride. .I am planning to get a 125 so I can just get back to motorcycles and not bother with going through the hassles of doing a license on a powerful bike only to ride a smaller commuter. In two years I will be ready for an upgrade to something much bigger without fearing that a 100+HP bike will be too intimidating to take it out to the city traffic.

@surajitroy569 5 жыл бұрын

Will this byke be launched in india??

@ausplus 5 жыл бұрын

What is the difference between the 125 r and the 125 e

@KapilSreedhar 3 жыл бұрын

That's a slick bike. Hope we get an electric version soon from honda.

@rajup3529 3 жыл бұрын

When it will arrive in India

@k.rinafenate.7425 2 жыл бұрын

Which place or country. Can have in India

@rkvlogs8160 4 жыл бұрын

Bro I'm waiting from one and half year when it is going to launch in India..

@TheSlagwerker 6 жыл бұрын

Nice review mate. Pay no attention to these other Muppets.

@aarushiraut7269 4 жыл бұрын

Please I want Honda sfa 150 video

@TheZackyy 4 жыл бұрын

6:14 I ain't that experienced in bikes, but even I know for sure that using both brakes is the safest way to slow down. What you said sounded like "I use only rear brakes and there were harsh times when I had to use both" So... am I missing something or?

@Electricdreams21 3 жыл бұрын

He mentioned it was when he was up in the mountains, on winding roads you don't want to be pulling the front brake much. Especially if it's damp