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Honda XR 125

Honda XR 125
Honda XR 125
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General information
Year
2003

Description

One of the best choices for those seeking a 125 cc bike for fun off-road riding or for quick commute through the city streets, the Honda XR 125 is evidently great value for money. You may check out the photos, specifications and general information regarding this model if you are on the lookout for a reliable yet affordable two-wheeler.

The Honda XR 125 is a stylish 125 cc bike, designed to be lightweight model, it comes with a small and then body and spoked wheels. While it is a little low in terms of power, the XR 125 certainly beats many of its competitors in reliability. This model is meant more for the regular city streets or off-road riding rather than open roads. New riders would find it easy to ride, thanks to its light weight and great aerodynamics. While the equipment hasn’t undergone much modifications, the bike does come with a toolkit and a belly pan.

Features of Honda XR 125

This motorcycle stands out from the rest due to various features that add to its value. It also happens to be cheaper than several of the other similar bikes and this, together with the excellent fuel efficiency makes the Honda XR 125 an economical option. A detailed look through the technical specs would give you a better idea of what makes this bike a viable option.

·      Design and build: The bike looks quite stylish and gorgeous due to the minimalistic yet elegant design. The chassis is based on a tubular steel double cradle frame, which give it a certain level of sturdiness. The plastic panelling not only makes the bike lighter, but also reduced maintenance costs in case of dents.

·      Engine and transmission: These motorcycles come with four-stroke single-cylinder engines which are quite reliable. On this bike, you may cruise at around 50 mph easily. Other than the fact that the fifth gear isn’t very useful, the transmission is excellent.

·      Ride quality and brakes: The seat is very comfortable and would allow the rider to ride for long durations without any problems. The Honda XR 125 performance is enhanced by the 240 mm disk brake and the excellent handling. The tall position of the seat is perfect for riding through the city streets.

·      Reliability and build quality: This motorbike certainly doesn’t fall short in terms of reliability. It can undergo rigorous use at its full potential and still run smoothly without any issues. The Honda XR 125 exhaust system is almost quiet. The build quality is excellent and the bike doesn’t get damaged or rusty too easily.

·      Fuel efficiency: The fuel tank capacity of this motorbike is 12 litres, which is much more than many of the other 125 cc models. Fuel consumption is very low as well and the mileage and tank capacity together enable the bike to cover long distances without refuelling.

Advantages

The specifications of this bike clearly show that it is excellent value for money. It not only performs better than many of the other 125 cc motorbikes, but also helps to save money through its low cost and fuel economy. The design of the chassis and suspension ensure a smooth and comfortable ride while the light weight allows easy handling.

Disadvantages

The only major disadvantage is that the acceleration and the top speed of the bike are a little low. However, extra torque that the bike offers makes up for the missing speed.

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