2011 Honda CBR125R

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2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

– 2011 Honda CBR125R

2011 Honda CBR125R

You’ve heard the buzz about the CBR125R: it’s the fun and friendly Honda that has given so many Canadian riders their first taste of motorcycling excitement – and has given some long-time riders a new reason to smile, too. Well, the buzz has just become a whole lot louder, because a more advanced CBR125R is here for 2011 with a new look and even better performance. Check out the stylish new bodywork, which gives the CBR125R a bigger-bike look and also enhances weather protection and overall ride comfort, and the wider wheels and tires that improve the CBR125R’s excellent traction. What we haven’t changed is the nimble, confidence-inspiring handling from the lightweight chassis, the low-effort controls, the comfortable seat height, and the responsive, hard-to-stall engine with PGM-FI electronic fuel injection. Easy to own, easy to operate. The Honda CBR125R sure is an easy bike to like.

Crisp response, thrilling performance

The 125cc sportsbike class is where riding careers begin. It’s a machine that gives young riders the opportunity to develop their skills as early as possible. That’s why it’s a motorcycle with a huge responsibility.

It must be just as rewarding to ride as bigger Supersports machines, particularly around town and other places where power is less important. Young riders build confidence on two wheels with bikes such as a 125cc. And let’s face it, it’s easier to learn something when it’s made to be fun.

Since its introduction in 2004, the CBR125R has represented the ideal first sportsbike. Compact, lightweight, refined, easy to use and with welcoming handling that the CBR family is renowned for. It’s a firm favourite with young riders the world over.

 

For 2011, the all new CBR125R is ready to prove itself as the perfect first sportsbike for a new generation of riders.

Designed to develop the sports riding skills from the earliest days of your career

Superbikes are the ultimate road motorcycles. They offer a thrill no other bike can match. That’s why we designed the 2011 CBR125R. A small-capacity bike with big ambition.

The brief to our design team was simple. Create a 125cc sportsbike with the look and feel of a bigger, more expensive machine. The new model had to retain the current CBR125R’s user-friendly handling characteristics and free-revving single cylinder engine, but packaged inside all-new sophisticated, lightweight and stylish bodywork.

Modern riders expect full-size proportions, so that meant more aggressive wheel and tyre specs too. We also added the latest advances in fuel injection and catalyser technology to make the CBR125R more efficient than its predecessor.

If you want your riding career to start with a motorcycle built as a superbike from the ground up, look no further than the 2011 CBR125R.

 

2011 Honda CBR125R Features

Engine/Drivetrain

The 125 cc SOHC four-stroke engine delivers excellent low-end and midrange power that makes getting going from a stop super easy.

Liquid-cooling ensures consistent performance in hot or cold weather, or city or highway riding, while also improving reliability.

Honda’s advanced PGM-FI electronic fuel-injection system, with new settings for 2011, delivers the precise amount of fuel for optimum performance. You get easy starting, accurate throttle response, better overall performance, and improved engine operating efficiency.

A balancer shaft inside the engine reduces vibration for a comfortable ride.
The close-ratio six-speed transmission shifts smoothly and helps keep the engine in the meat of its powerband.

A new stainless-steel exhaust system with stylish new muffler incorporates an oxygen sensor and a tri-metal catalytic converter to keep performance high and help the CBR125R exceed the stringent Euro3 emissions standards.

The clutch and throttle have a light operation that makes them easy to use.

 

Chassis/Suspension

Wider race-style cast wheels and wider high-traction sport tires for 2011 add to the CBR125R’s sporty credentials.

Powerful front and rear disc brakes mean sure, predictable stopping power and light effort at the brake lever and pedal.

A slim yet sturdy pentagonal-section twin-spar steel frame and a box-section swingarm reduce unwanted flex for better control during spirited riding.

Sporty chassis geometry, including a short 1,313 mm wheelbase, allow responsive, agile handling on twisty roads, but the CBR125R remains confidently stable on the open road.

Superb control and rider comfort are assured by the CBR125R’s premium suspension components, which boast increased travel for 2011 for better handling on rough roads.

High-tech chassis components contribute to the CBR125R’s easy-to-handle weight.

 

Additional Features

Eye-catching new bodywork gives the CBR125R a more imposing, big-bike look while also improving rider protection and comfort in all kinds of weather.

The new fairing shows an unmistakable family resemblance to the big Honda sport bikes, including a bright new single headlight.

More-roomy ergonomics for 2011 maintain the CBR125R’s low seat height for rider confidence, while revising the location of the handlebars and footpegs for improved control and outstanding rider comfort. Together with the contoured new fuel tank, the result is an unmistakably sporty but easygoing riding position. The rider’s weight is distributed evenly, creating a posture that isn’t tiring to maintain and that doesn’t restrict movement.

The racing-style seat blends smoothly into the tank and side panels, providing a secure perch for sporty riding plus superb comfort for when you’re just cruising.

Flip up the lockable passenger seat and you’ll find a spacious storage area for a spare pair of gloves, a light rain suit, or even your lunch.

New grab handles on either side of the rear seat provide the sense of security so crucial to passenger comfort, leaving rider and pillion free to enjoy the ride.

A larger 13-litre fuel tank improves the CBR125R’s range, and the filter that supplies clean fuel to the fuel injection system has been moved to outside of the fuel tank to make maintenance simpler.

Advanced multi-function digital instrument display includes a speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and temperature gauge tucked neatly behind the CBR125R’s windscreen, and all visible at a quick glance.

Choose between two head-turning colour options: all-business Asteroid Black Metallic, or the subtly flashy sophistication of Terra Silver Metallic with its distinctive orange highlights.

The CBR125R comes with Honda’s renowned quality and reliability built right in.
1 year, unlimited mileage, freely transferable warranty.

 

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2011 Honda CBR125R – United States of America Specifications
USA MSRP – $TBA USD

Model not available in the USA

 

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2011 Honda CBR125R – Canadian Specifications
Canada MSRP – $TBA CDN

Specifications

Engine Type Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke

Displacement 124.7 cc

Bore & Stroke 58 mm x 47.2 mm

Compression Ratio 11:1

Valve Train Chain-driven SOHC, 2 valves per cylinder

Fuel Delivery PGM-FI fuel injection

Transmission Six-speed

Final Drive O-ring-sealed chain

Front Suspension 31 mm telescopic fork; 120 mm (4.7 in.) travel

Rear Suspension Single shock; 126 mm (5 in.) travel

Tires 100/80 – 17 front; 130/70 – 17 rear

Brakes Front 276 mm disc with dual-piston caliper; rear 220 mm disc with single-piston caliper

Seat Height 793 mm (31.2 in.)

Wheelbase 1,313 mm (51.7 in.)

Curb Weight 136.9 kg (302 lb) including required fluids and full tank of gas – ready to ride

Fuel Capacity 13 litres

Colour Asteroid Black Metallic, Terra Silver Metallic

 

 

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2011 Honda CBR125R – International Specifications
Canada MSRP – $TBA CDN

 

ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 2-valve SOHC single
Displacement 124.7cm3
Bore x Stroke 58 x 47.2mm
Compression Ratio 11 : 1
Max. Power Output 9.8kW / 10,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque 10.41Nm / 8,000min-1 (95/1/EC)

FUEL SYSTEM
Carburation PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore 30mm
Fuel Consumption 37Km/l (HUDC mode )

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Ignition System Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Starter Electric
Battery Capacity 12V5Ah
Headlights 55/60W(H4 valve)

DRIVETRAIN
Clutch Wet, multi-plate with coil springs
Clutch Operation Mechanical; cable-actuated
Transmission Type 6-speed
Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain

FRAME
Type Pentagonal; steel twin-spar

CHASSIS
Dimensions (L x W x H) 1,946mm x 704mm x 1,089mm
Wheelbase 1,313mm
Caster Angle 35°
Trail 90mm
Seat Height 793mm
Ground Clearance 185mm
Kerb Weight 136.9kg

SUSPENSION
Type Front: 31mm telescopic fork, 120mm stroke
Rear: Monoshock damper, 126mm axle travel

WHEELS
Rim Size Front: 17xMT2.5
Rear: 17xMT3.50
Tyre Size Front: 100/80-17M/C
Rear: 130/70-17M/C

BRAKES
Type Front: 296 x 4mm dual hydraulic disc with dual-piston caliper and sintered metal pads
Rear: 220 x 4mm hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.
#Please note that the figures provided are results obtained by Honda under standardised testing conditions prescribed by WMTC. Tests are conducted on a rolling road using a standard version of the vehicle with only one rider and no additional optional equipment. Actual fuel consumption may vary depending on how you ride, how you maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tyre pressure, installation of accessories, cargo, rider and passenger weight, and other factors.