A new model of Honda's 125cc naked model CB125R appears to be on its way. The new model, which features a 5-inch TFT LCD meter and a new black color, made its debut at the Osaka Motorcycle Show.
In the 125cc category, Yamaha released three models in one fell swoop last year, attracting much attention, and Honda will be introducing a strengthened CB125R in response!
The new CB125R will be available in blue as well as black and will be released in April 2024. The price is expected to be approx. 3489 USD.
Newly adopted 5-inch full-color TFT LCD meter and select switch!
The CB125R, released in 2018, is a naked model equipped with a 124cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder OHC engine, the equivalent of a moped, but with the cafe racer style shared with the higher-end "CB" series. Its equipment includes large-diameter inverted forks, a bent swingarm, and full LED lighting, making it as good as its larger-displacement siblings.
In 2021, the engine will be DOHC and the power output will be increased to 11 kW (15 PS)/10,000 rpm. The front fork is a big-piston type made by SHOWA, making it a model with top-class performance and advanced equipment among 125cc class MT machines.
The new CB125R made its debut at the recent Osaka MC Show. It is largely the same as the previous model but has updated equipment and a new color scheme.
A new version of the CB125R was exhibited at the Osaka Motorcycle Show held on March 15! The major change is that the meter has evolved to a full-color TFT LCD meter, with a 5-inch size similar to that of the CB1000R, which has already adopted a TFT meter.
This is a cutting-edge feature that has not yet been installed on its big brother, the CB250R, but it is one step ahead of the CB1000R.
The display type appears to be selectable from three patterns, including bar indicator, circle, and simple mode, depending on preference. In addition, a new cross-shaped select switch has been added to the left switch box to accommodate the increased amount of information. This one also appears to be equipped with LED illumination.
The major change that catches the eye is that the meters are now full-color TFT LCDs instead of the conventional inverted LCD type.
It is 5 inches in size, the same as the CB1000R. It is adopted ahead of CB250R.
The new meters are thinner and larger, and the headlight area has been slightly reshaped.
A new cross-shaped steering wheel switch is mounted on the left-hand side. Is it for operating the meter with increased information?
The specifications appear to be unchanged. The engine was converted to DOHC in 2009, and it has an output of 15 PS at 10,000 rpm.
It has a racy short exhaust and a gull-arm style bent swing arm.
Is the new color lineup black and blue to be released in April?
In addition, the exhibited vehicle was in a color that was changed from the previous model. Although black was previously available, the new model has blacked out the tank side shrouds, front forks, and wheels.
It resembles the international version of the 2023 model, but the Honda logo on the tank is painted in a subdued gold tone.
CG was created by the editorial department in response to the vehicle on display. The silver and black accents will be eliminated, which will change the impression significantly.
The vehicle on display has black side shrouds. The CB logo and wing markings are in pale gold tone.
Forks and wheels, which were previously gold, are now blacked out. The spartan impression was strengthened.
In addition to black, the new model will likely be available in candy blue. We made a CG of this model as well. It looks active and vivid.
In addition to the black color, the new CB125R's first color, a bright candy blue, is expected to be added to the lineup when it is released. With these changes, the price is expected to be (approx.) 3485 USD, up 362 USD from the previous model, and it will be released in April 2024. We look forward to additional information on this model shortly.
The CB125R's category, 125cc classic MT naked, has had no rivals for some time.
Last year, however, Yamaha introduced the neo-retro sports XSR125. The XSR125 costs (approx.) 3339 USD and has inverted forks and a slipper clutch, but the meter is an inverted LCD. With this evolution, the CB125R will likely strengthen its presence as a strong competitor to the XSR125.