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2012Honda SH125I Special

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The 2012 Honda SH125i Special is a practical automatic scooter designed for urban commuters seeking reliable daily transportation. Its fuel-injected 125cc engine delivers adequate power for city riding, while the liquid-cooled four-stroke design ensures dependable performance and efficiency in stop-and-go traffic conditions.

Capacity
125.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
120.0 kg
Seat height
785 mm
Power
13.0 HP (9.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
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What’s new for the 2012 Honda SH125I Special

vs the 2011
Spec20112012
Front suspension 33mm telescopic fork, 90mm axle travel 33mm telescopic fork, 90mm travel
Front brakes Single disc Single disc. Hydraulic disc with combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads
Rear brakes Expanding brake (drum brake) Single disc
Other years 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 25Agility 70Comfort 68Off-road 5Touring 30Road manners 60
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering40%
City riding90%
Daily riding85%
Touring30%
Two-up55%
Track5%
Best for
Designed primarily as an efficient, nimble urban commuter for weaving through traffic and short daily trips.
Built for
A practical, no-fuss scooter with modest performance that prioritizes comfort, economy, and ease of use over excitement.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders wanting highway touring capability, sporty performance, or any off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda SH125I Special, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
125.0 ccm
Power
13.0 HP (9.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM
Torque
11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1083 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
52.4 x 57.8 mm
Compression
11.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1335 mm
Overall length
2025 mm
Overall width
728 mm
Overall height
1140 mm
Seat height
785 mm
Dry weight
120.0 kg
Wet weight
136.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.50 litres
Ground clearance
149 mm
Oil capacity
1.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
33mm telescopic fork, 90mm travel
Rear suspension
Dual damper unit swingarm, 82mm axle travel
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Hydraulic disc with combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads
Front brakes diameter
240 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
240 mm
Front tyre
100/80-16
Rear tyre
120/80-16

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20112012
Capacity 125 cc 125 cc
Dry weight 120 kg 120 kg
Seat height 785 mm 785 mm
Fuel capacity 7.5 L 7.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Honda SH125I Special?

The 2012 Honda SH125I Special has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda SH125I Special have?

The 2012 Honda SH125I Special has a Power of 13.0 HP (9.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM.

What is the torque of the Honda SH125I Special?

The 2012 Honda SH125I Special has a Torque of 11.5 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.5 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.

How much does the Honda SH125I Special weigh?

The 2012 Honda SH125I Special has a Dry weight of 120.0 kg (264.6 pounds).

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