HONDA CB125T (1977-1978) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1978, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Honda CB125T, a standard motorcycle part of the CB series that came in a lightweight package and as an entry-level machine designed for commuting, best suited for beginner riders but also for the more seasoned ones.

The bike was manufactured from 1975 to 1985 and was a reliable, economical, and easy-to-ride machine due to its small engine size. The fuel tank capacity was 7,2 liters (1.9 gallons), and a fuel efficiency of around 34-38 km per liter (80-90 miles per gallon).

In addition, the bike came with standard features that included a one-piece dual seat, an analog instrument panel, a black-finished steel frame, a chromed dual exhaust system with a muffler on each side, aluminum wheels, and a center stand.

In the handling department, the bike featured a steel frame that housed a 31 mm oil-damped telescopic fork on the front and dual shock absorbers with five-way preload adjustability on the rear for optimum suspension performance.

As for the stopping power, the model packed a 242 mm disc with a hydraulic caliper on the front wheel and a 130 mm drum braking unit on the rear that provided optimum braking performance.

In the horsepower department, the 1978 Honda CB125T had at its core a 124cc four-stroke twin-cylinder air-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 15 hp with maximum strength at 10,500 rpm and 10 Nm (8 lb-ft) of torque at 9,000 rpm.