HONDA CB125 (1971-1972) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1972, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB125, a motorcycle in its second year of production that came with no changes whatsoever, except for some color changes to the fuel tank and decals.

The Honda CB125 was a standard motorcycle part of the CB series in Honda's range, a series known for its reliability and performance. The bike was powered by a 122cc engine that featured a redline at 9,500 rpm.

Honda also made available an "S" version, available from 1971 to 1975 and replaced in 1976 by the "J" model, while the US model retained its "S" designation. The later model packed a two-piece head, a 124cc displacement, and a larger carburetor.

The 1972 CB125 model came with standard features, such as a center stand, a chromed exhaust system, a one-piece dual seat, a wide handlebar, a round headlight with a chromed ring, and wire-spoked wheels with chromed rims.

For handling, the bike packed an oil-damped telescopic fork on the front and dual shock absorbers on the rear, while the stopping power was achieved by a drum braking system both front and rear.

As for the power figures, the 1972 Honda CB125 took its muscles from a 122cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine managed by a Keihin carburetor that helped deliver an output power of 15 hp with maximum strength at 10,500 rpm and 10 Nm (8 lb-ft) of torque available at 9,000 rpm.