2011Honda SH125I

★ 3.0

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The 2011 Honda SH125i is a refined urban scooter designed for commuters seeking reliability and practicality in a compact package. Its liquid-cooled 125cc engine delivers modest but adequate power for city riding, while the comfortable seating and modern features like PGM-FI fuel injection ensure dependable daily performance. Best known for its durable construction and user-friendly design, the SH125i suits riders prioritizing convenience and low maintenance over sportiness.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Dry weight: 120.0 kg
Seat height: 790 mm
Power: 13.0 HP (9.6 kW) @ 9000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail6%

Cornering38%

City riding96%

Daily riding92%

Touring14%

Two-up45%

Track4%

Best for: Built for urban commuting and short errands-weaving traffic, easy parking, with underseat and top-box storage plus 107 mpg economy.
Built for: A refined, frugal, no-fuss city scooter-smooth eSP+ single, keyless start, traction control and ABS wrapped in tidy Honda build quality.
Not ideal for: Not for highway cruising, long-distance touring, spirited canyon carving or anyone wanting real speed and power.

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At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Honda SH125I, 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
Ignition: Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic
Final drive: Belt
Clutch: Automatic, centrifugal

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1335 mm
Overall length: 2020 mm
Overall width: 700 mm
Overall height: 1140 mm
Seat height: 790 mm
Dry weight: 120.0 kg
Wet weight: 134.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.50 litres
Ground clearance: 149 mm
Oil capacity: 0.90 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Steel
Front suspension: 33mm telescopic fork, 90mm axle travel
Rear suspension: Dual damper unit swingarm, 82mm axle travel
Front wheel travel: 90 mm
Rear wheel travel: 82 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 85 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 220 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter: 130 mm
Front tyre: 100/80-16
Rear tyre: 120/80-16

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2006	2011	2016	2021	2026
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	127 kg	120 kg	120 kg	123 kg	123 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	799 mm	799 mm
Fuel capacity	7.5 L	7.5 L	7.5 L	7 L	7 L