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1991Honda NSR 125
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The 1991 Honda NSR 125 is a race-styled two-stroke learner bike built in Italy for Europe. Its liquid-cooled 125cc single makes 28.2 hp in unrestricted form through a six-speed gearbox. A 130 kg dry weight and 13-litre tank make it quick and agile.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 130.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 28.2 HP (20.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for sharp, playful sport riding on twisty roads rather than outright speed or distance covering.
- Built for
- A revvy, high-strung two-stroke that demands to be kept on the boil and rewards an aggressive, engaged riding style.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good match for taller riders, highway commuters, or anyone wanting a relaxed, comfortable long-distance machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →3
out of 100Poor
The 1991 Honda NSR 125 passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 53.4% of the time, 27.8 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 3% of models.
All years of this model: 6 / 100 (poor) from 12,200 tests.
53.4%Passed first time
37.1%Failed outright
9.6%Fixed during test
24,000Typical miles
429Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
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Against its rivals · ranks 5 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MZ ETZ 125 | 33 Below average | 390 |
| 2 | Honda H 100 S | 20 Below average | 2,988 |
| 3 | Suzuki GS 125 ESF | 16 Poor | 202 |
| 4 | Aprilia Pegaso 125 | 6 Poor | 123 |
| 5 | Honda NSR 125 | 6 Poor | 12,200 |
| 6 | Cagiva 125 Super City | 2 Poor | 176 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 28.2 HP (20.7 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2169 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.5 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1345 mm
- Overall length
- 2075 mm
- Overall width
- 670 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 130.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 13.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum Frame
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-18
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 | 1990 | 1991 | 1993 | 1997 | 2000 | 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 124 cc | 125 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 130 kg | 130 kg | 130 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg | 132 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 790 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 4 Poor | 3 Poor | 4 Poor | 5 Poor | 7 Poor | 8 Poor |
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 NSR 125?
The 1991 Honda NSR 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda NSR 125 have?
The 1991 Honda NSR 125 has a Power of 28.2 HP (20.7 kW).
How many gears does the Honda NSR 125 have?
The 1991 Honda NSR 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda NSR 125 weigh?
The 1991 Honda NSR 125 has a Dry weight of 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds).
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