2012Honda CBR125R

★ 4.5

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The 2012 Honda CBR125R is an entry-level sportbike designed for novice and budget-conscious riders seeking an affordable, reliable commuter with nimble handling. Known for its lightweight frame, manageable 136.9 kg weight, and forgiving ergonomics, this 125cc machine excels as a learner bike offering genuine sport styling without intimidating performance.

Capacity: 124.7 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 136.9 kg
Seat height: 793 mm
Power: 13.4 HP (9.9 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Honda CBR125R

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Dry weight	127.3 kg (280.6 pounds)	136.9 kg (301.8 pounds)
Seat height	776 mm (30.6 inches)	793 mm (31.2 inches)
Fuel capacity	10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons)	13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons)
Front suspension	31mm telescopic fork, 109mm axle travel	31mm telescopic fork,
Rear suspension	Monoshock damper, 120 mm axle travel	Monoshock damper
Front brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Disc with dual-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Wheelbase	1294 mm (50.9 inches)	1313 mm (51.7 inches)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering60%

City riding88%

Daily riding80%

Touring25%

Two-up30%

Track35%

Best for: It's built as a lightweight commuter and learner sportbike suited to city streets and light urban riding rather than outright performance.
Built for: The CBR125R has a nimble, approachable, and forgiving character with sporty styling but modest real-world urgency.
Not ideal for: It's not for experienced riders seeking highway performance, long-distance touring comfort, or two-up passenger capability.

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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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 793mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 Honda CBR125R, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 124.7 ccm
Power: 13.4 HP (9.9 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque: 10.6 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 8250 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0979 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 58.0 x 47.2 mm
Compression: 11.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Fully transistorised with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Forced pressure and wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Mechanical; cable-actuated

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1313 mm
Overall length: 1946 mm
Overall width: 704 mm
Overall height: 1089 mm
Seat height: 793 mm
Dry weight: 136.9 kg
Wet weight: 137.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 13.00 litres
Ground clearance: 185 mm
Oil capacity: 1.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Diamond
Front suspension: 31mm telescopic fork,
Rear suspension: Monoshock damper
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 126 mm
Rake (fork angle): 35.0°
Trail: 90 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Disc with dual-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Front brakes diameter: 276 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 80/90-M17
Rear tyre: 100/80-M17