2012Honda SH125I

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The 2012 Honda SH125i is a practical urban scooter designed for commuters seeking reliable, fuel-efficient transportation. Known for its comfortable riding position, modern styling, and dependable performance, it excels in congested city environments. The electric starter, compact wheelbase, and accessible seat height make it ideal for everyday riders prioritizing convenience and ease of use.

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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What’s new for the 2012 Honda SH125I

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front suspension	33mm telescopic fork, 90mm axle travel	33mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Dual damper unit swingarm, 82mm axle travel	Dual damper unit swingarm
Front brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads

Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

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.

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

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2012 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 height: 1145 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
Rear suspension: Dual damper unit swingarm
Front wheel travel: 90 mm
Rear wheel travel: 82 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.0°
Trail: 85 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads
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

Other

Color options: Red, silver, white, black

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	2006	2011	2012	2016	2021	2026
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	127 kg	120 kg	120 kg	120 kg	123 kg	123 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	799 mm	799 mm
Fuel capacity	7.5 L	7.5 L	7.5 L	7.5 L	7 L	7 L