For someone that is just starting out, this is most certainly the bike to go for. I've just finished 3k miles on my cb125f 2020 and it's super cheap on everything. Plus, they hold their value fairly well. The cost to maintain, fuel and tax isn't even noticeable. It's about 15 quid a month for me to fuel her up(I work from home) and tax was about 20 quid a year. Insurance was 23 a month.
In India, this bike is named as Honda CBF Stunner. It was discontinued by Honda in 2015. I still have this bike. It is very good bike in Indian conditions....
I would disagree with the last statement, the sportbikes are definitely not quicker. All that extra torque from the more expensive engines gets offset by higher gearing so the bike is actually slower around town. This is why you often see 125 cruisers and scooters beating them off the line. Your extra investment only really kicks in above 40mph, around corners and when you want to show off to your mates. For me, the higher cruising speed was worth it, but most people should get the cbf
I’ve done 7,000 miles in the first year. Seat just absolutely sucks on longer rides. I have tried layers of neoprene , bubble wrap, foam and no use. I might have to try the air hawk. Last week in the record temps I was kangarooing all over the shop. Thankfully the temp lowered and it’s back to normal. So global warming may kill this bike in the UK! It’s not a fuel pump issue as many say. It’s 100% an overheating issue . Way to avoid is to switch engine off at traffic lights on hot days and restart just before lights are about to change. This stopped the problem for me. Spare parts are also easy to find. Cam shaft holder was £30 off eBay when I broke mine. New front sprocket and chain only £22 off eBay , (DID and JT so good stuff not garbage). So the beauty of this bike is that you can literally throw out parts that have perished and replace for tiny prices compared to bigger or newer bikes. More examples, speedo cable £10. Oil changes , so simple I’d recommend doing yourself, gasket £8 oil £21 for 4L, air filter £10. Prices are absolutely incredible to maintain and keep the bike. My insurance is £15 a month. Tax something like £1.60 a month. Yet it’s a bike that outperforms it’s purchase price and many other premium 125cc bikes out there in terms of bang for your buck. Your bike is well kitted out. Love the mirrors, windscreen and box. All mods that I would like to make. But my first pick has to be how the F to make the seat better on longer rides. Everything else can wait. Have you ever tried a different seat solution?
How did you break the camshaft holder? Yeah I haven’t done anything to the seat because I don’t do long enough journeys on a regular basis for it to hurt. Have you checked the valve clearances because if you hear a noisy clicking coming from the engine you should.
Doge di Amalfi overtightened the cover bolts until I completely stripped the threads in the cam shaft holder. I had it re threaded but the metal in the holder snapped after a week, so I had to replace the whole thing.
Doge di Amalfi thanks man! I bought torque wrenches once I destroyed the cam shaft holder and also the instructions from that famous company that does every vehicle under the sun. I forget the name. Haynes ? Thanks for the offer nevertheless !
This is a load of bollox, the bike has no issues with overheating. Aircooled bikes have been used since the start of time worldwide and have never had "overheating" issues. It IS the fuel pump. Only the final years of the CBF had a decent fuel pump from factory
@@lordracula2461 nope. Have done 15,000 miles on this bike and it’s always the same issue. Kangarooing due to overheating when filtering through traffic in summer. Every cbf 125 owner who rides under those conditions will eventually experience it. In the winter the bike rides perfectly as it is for me right now. It’s literally when the temps spike that it suffers.
A lot of these are scrapped when they just need a top end repair and replacement. For £50 of parts , if you know how, these bikes can be put back on the road easily. My piston rings let go when I was on a dual carriageway and the mechanic told me it was a complete write off and then offered me £200 for the bike. I took the bike home and used lockdown to learn how to replace the piston and barrel after taking the engine out of the bike. I ended up changing the valves too as the parts are so cheap. If I had the space I reckon that I’d buy a bunch and do the repairs before selling for profit. £200 for the bike my ass.
Im looking at getting a 125cc in Ireland its hard to find many bikes other than the cbf size bike. I am 6ft 2 and i am getting taller just wondering if it’s big enough for me
jason backes not fully sure of the model, said “doble” on the front. Got it used on eBay. A similar updated model can be found here www.silverstonemotor.com/en/sport-touring-windshield/2726-givi-honda-cbf-125-2009-2014-hp-windscreen-317dt-443cm-high-8019606120793.html
For someone that is just starting out, this is most certainly the bike to go for. I've just finished 3k miles on my cb125f 2020 and it's super cheap on everything. Plus, they hold their value fairly well. The cost to maintain, fuel and tax isn't even noticeable. It's about 15 quid a month for me to fuel her up(I work from home) and tax was about 20 quid a year. Insurance was 23 a month.
In India, this bike is named as Honda CBF Stunner. It was discontinued by Honda in 2015. I still have this bike. It is very good bike in Indian conditions....
I would disagree with the last statement, the sportbikes are definitely not quicker. All that extra torque from the more expensive engines gets offset by higher gearing so the bike is actually slower around town. This is why you often see 125 cruisers and scooters beating them off the line. Your extra investment only really kicks in above 40mph, around corners and when you want to show off to your mates. For me, the higher cruising speed was worth it, but most people should get the cbf
Excellent video,just past my cbt on one of these just before christmas
I’ve done 7,000 miles in the first year. Seat just absolutely sucks on longer rides. I have tried layers of neoprene , bubble wrap, foam and no use. I might have to try the air hawk.
Last week in the record temps I was kangarooing all over the shop. Thankfully the temp lowered and it’s back to normal. So global warming may kill this bike in the UK! It’s not a fuel pump issue as many say. It’s 100% an overheating issue . Way to avoid is to switch engine off at traffic lights on hot days and restart just before lights are about to change. This stopped the problem for me.
Spare parts are also easy to find. Cam shaft holder was £30 off eBay when I broke mine. New front sprocket and chain only £22 off eBay , (DID and JT so good stuff not garbage). So the beauty of this bike is that you can literally throw out parts that have perished and replace for tiny prices compared to bigger or newer bikes. More examples, speedo cable £10. Oil changes , so simple I’d recommend doing yourself, gasket £8 oil £21 for 4L, air filter £10. Prices are absolutely incredible to maintain and keep the bike. My insurance is £15 a month. Tax something like £1.60 a month. Yet it’s a bike that outperforms it’s purchase price and many other premium 125cc bikes out there in terms of bang for your buck.
Your bike is well kitted out. Love the mirrors, windscreen and box. All mods that I would like to make. But my first pick has to be how the F to make the seat better on longer rides. Everything else can wait. Have you ever tried a different seat solution?
How did you break the camshaft holder? Yeah I haven’t done anything to the seat because I don’t do long enough journeys on a regular basis for it to hurt. Have you checked the valve clearances because if you hear a noisy clicking coming from the engine you should.
Doge di Amalfi overtightened the cover bolts until I completely stripped the threads in the cam shaft holder. I had it re threaded but the metal in the holder snapped after a week, so I had to replace the whole thing.
Doge di Amalfi thanks man! I bought torque wrenches once I destroyed the cam shaft holder and also the instructions from that famous company that does every vehicle under the sun. I forget the name. Haynes ? Thanks for the offer nevertheless !
This is a load of bollox, the bike has no issues with overheating. Aircooled bikes have been used since the start of time worldwide and have never had "overheating" issues. It IS the fuel pump. Only the final years of the CBF had a decent fuel pump from factory
@@lordracula2461 nope. Have done 15,000 miles on this bike and it’s always the same issue. Kangarooing due to overheating when filtering through traffic in summer. Every cbf 125 owner who rides under those conditions will eventually experience it. In the winter the bike rides perfectly as it is for me right now. It’s literally when the temps spike that it suffers.
A proper review,
i had one , wish id kept it
A lot of these are scrapped when they just need a top end repair and replacement. For £50 of parts , if you know how, these bikes can be put back on the road easily. My piston rings let go when I was on a dual carriageway and the mechanic told me it was a complete write off and then offered me £200 for the bike. I took the bike home and used lockdown to learn how to replace the piston and barrel after taking the engine out of the bike. I ended up changing the valves too as the parts are so cheap. If I had the space I reckon that I’d buy a bunch and do the repairs before selling for profit. £200 for the bike my ass.
@@Labgorilla well done mate. Wish i was there handind you a few spaners and watching.
Hey mate, nice video review. Just bought one of these Honda cbf 125. Just wondering where did you pick up the top box?
Mark Tyrrell I got the top box and rack on eBay very cheaply. There are many branded top boxes, however, this one has worked perfectly.
Im looking at getting a 125cc in Ireland its hard to find many bikes other than the cbf size bike. I am 6ft 2 and i am getting taller just wondering if it’s big enough for me
Yeah! It's rather a large bike for a 125 IMO. Really the only bigger option would be the Varadero.
What do you prefer this or the honda cb125f?
Honda CBF125 better all rounder. CB125F to suit more specific needs
125cc biker where did you get the rear rack from??
Nice 👌
love from india.. please tell which bike and model wind shield you have used?
Hello, all I know is the screen make is doble. I don't believe its still being made now.
How much was the windshield ?
Like £30 off ebay used
Oh man! Amazing price!!! I can’t find them for less than £65 so I’m hoping to find a deal like you.
@siemenssx1 not fully, it helps a bit.
Hi there, what screen is that, where did you buy it?
jason backes not fully sure of the model, said “doble” on the front. Got it used on eBay. A similar updated model can be found here www.silverstonemotor.com/en/sport-touring-windshield/2726-givi-honda-cbf-125-2009-2014-hp-windscreen-317dt-443cm-high-8019606120793.html
Does the windshield completely redirect wind up and over your helmet? How tall are you? Tq
No, I was 5 8"
@@125ccbiker9 ok
How many cm is the windshield?
I have one on order, great bike, great review, one tiny little niggle, why didn’t you take your helmet off when speaking?
Haha yeah the audio quality is not the best. I recorded it using the first person POV, a helmet camera achieves just that.
Toped at 75? That seems a bit ambitious 65 is more accurate
You need 100 Octanes gas not 95
I have a contrasting opinion on that...