The Honda CBR125R is a CBR series single-cylinder sport bike made by Honda. The CBR125R first appeared on the market in 2004. It is manufactured in Thailand by A.P. Honda alongside the similarly designed CBR150R, which is primarily aimed for the Far East market.
It has the smallest displacement engine of any CBR motorcycle.__TOC__ History The CBR125R was introduced in 2004 by Honda to fill in a gap in the 125 cc market left by the discontinued NSR125. It is powered by a liquid-cooled 4-stroke 2-valve SOHC single-cylinder engine with a claimed power output of .
2004–2006
The models produced during these years resemble the CBR600F4i and used a carburettor in the fuel system. The Repsol color scheme was introduced in 2005 and remained for the following year only as the CBR125RS5/6.
2007–2010
In 2007, the CBR125R received some major changes. This model got different front fairings to resemble the look of the CBR600RR as well as colour changes to the swingarm and front telescopic fork which are now black. Engine changes included the implementation of PGM-FI fuel injection system, IACV (Idle Air Control Valve) which operates alongside the PGM-FI, and HECS3 oxygen sensor to comply with EURO3 standards.
2011–2016
In 2011, the CBR125R received the first major overhaul since its inception, bringing its looks in line with the 2011 CBR250R, which in turn borrows from VFR1200F sports tourer.
Specifications Specification 2004–2006 2007–2010 2011–2016Engine & transmissionLayout 4-stroke 2-valve SOHC single-cylinderCapacity Bore × stroke Compression ratio 11.0:1Cooling system Liquid-cooledCarburation Carburetor PGM-FI fuel injectionStarter ElectricMaximum power @ 10,000 rpm (claimed)Maximum torque @ 8,250 rpm (claimed)Transmission 6-speed constant meshFinal drive ChainCycle parts & suspension Frame Steel twin-sparFront suspension Conventional telescopic forkFront tyre 80/90–17 100/80–17Front brakes Single disc with axially-mounted 2-piston caliperRake 25° 35°Rear suspension Steel swingarm with monoshockRear tyre 100/80–17 130/70–17Rear brakes Single disc with single-piston caliperABS N/ADimensionsLength Width Height Seat height Wheelbase Ground clearance Trail Wet weight Fuel capacity
References
External links
2007 Honda CBR125R official Honda Canada page for the 2007 model