HONDA CG125 (1976-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Honda CG125, also known as the Honda CG, was a commuter motorcycle manufactured by Honda in Japan from 1976 to 2008, while in Pakistan, the bike was introduced in 1992.

The bike was produced in Japan, but eventually, the source of the European market was moved to Brazil in 1985, and for the W and M models, production was moved to Turkey and Pakistan in 1992.

The Honda CG125 was developed from the CB125, which shared many components and a similar appearance. The main difference between the two models was that the CB125 had an Overhead Cam (OHC), which tended to wear the camshaft bearings if the oil changes were skipped.

Over its production period, the Honda CG125 received numerous modifications, such as an upgraded electrical system from six volts to 12 volts, the point ignition system was changed with a CDI system, and in 2001 Honda added an electric starter alongside the original kick starter.

In 2004, the bike received more modifications, such as the front drum brake being replaced by a disc brake, a new instrument cluster with a fuel indicator for the first time, the fuel capacity was increased, the appearance modernized, and the chain casing being replaced with a straightforward chain guard.

In the power department, the 1976 Honda CG125 had a 124cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that delivered 11 hp at 9,000 rpm and 10 Nm (7 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.