Yes, planning and acceptance. Accepting the limits of your 125 and ride it for what it is. I know a lot of guys who grew super resentful towards their bikes after doing some tours coz they have unrealistic expectations. The truth is, cyclists go on tour, and they can do less than 1 hp. Just ride at a comfortable speed that the machine can deliver, which in most cases is still well over the legal speed limit on the sign.
so true. i have done many cycle tours over the last 50 years, including a year through europe/north africa/israel and if you plan well dont need masses of luggage, in fact i always take just one saddlebag and regularly wash clothing like socks/undies, so travelling light is the key, staying at youth hostels and cheap pensions. It would be pointless (at least to me) to travel on dual carriageways and busy A roads - taking in the country on lanes is what it's all about, and now im a bit older/fatter/less fitter i'm going to get a 125 and hopefully have some laughs. GL
Long distance on a 125. Interesting video.I recently watched one where the guy, road the V twin Aquila 125 from France to the Ukraine to go back to his wife .Mind you, when you see his wife I would have bloody walked; She was gorgeous .😁🇬🇧
Same! I cycled 100km a day. I used to ride a 49cc moped 300-400km a day and a 109cc scooter 500km a day! Now I have a 120cc one I think I will continue riding 500km a day again!
Long range is not a problem with a 125cc bike. I made a trip from Germany to Greece with my 125cc scooter. You are limited with stuff you can take with you. I had a 55l military rucksack, a big wool blanket, a tarp, a sleeping mat and two 2l bottles with fuel. A good friend of mine made a trip from Germany to Portugal with his east german Simson 50cc scooter, he was 16 back then. Best wishes.
I did over 950 miles over a long weekend on a CBR125, round the north of Scotland and round the Isle of Skye. Bike was fine for the roads I used, and got around 100 mpg for the trip. Kinda miss doing it!!
@@PhotoBillyDoesTH-cam i'm off on a 1400 mile 8 day scotland trip including the NC500 end may (2023) on my cb125f, and most days will be doing 150-180 miles, initially i thought the cumulative effect may be a bit much but by the sound of it well do-able. GL
My daughter and I did a 1,000 mile tour with camping gear on our 150cc Vespa and Lance scooters in the US in June of this year. Just have to pick your roads and be content with 50 - 55 mph cruising.
On my vespa sprint 125cc i did at most 200km a day. Love it. Last Tuesday i drove 188km. I have my go pro 8 black always on! You never know what happens.
Of course you can . I have a Honda S wing 125cc . It's fitted with a top box . It also has masses of underseat storage for touring . I have travelled all over England on it . I cruise about 60mph on motorways with no issues at all . The windscreen and big soft seat make it more comfortable . You just need to be careful crossing over motorway lanes but with care it's not a problem . The scooter is more comfortable than a naked bike for long journeys . Being able to change foot positions helps a lot . In short , don't knock it til you try it ....
I'm preparing my 110cc motorbike and me mentally for my first solo long ride (just 6 hours ride to-and-fro) and will do it once our lockdown here ends. Watching this kind of videos to boost me mentally with clear expectations needed.
I have not long ( june 2022 ) done a Scottish trip on a Super Cub 125 2022, 1700 miles about 110mpg in a week from Reading to John O Groats and back using Motorways but mainly the A1 M and A68 to Scotland via Carter Bar. The Applecross pass was a doddle due to the lightness of the outfit barely getting over 20mph over the pass and the North Coast road was easier due to the slim and light bike being able to squeeze past the many cyclists on single track roads, The wind was a big issue as I did not have a screen fitted, small fuel tanks are also a potential problem ( mine has 3.6 ltr tank 3ltr useable ) but if you plan ahead and have a credit card most larger villages on the NC500 have fuel pumps which are card operated, I also carried a 2ltr spare can just in case. Please be aware most Scottish towns and villages now have a blanket 20 mph speed limit so watch out for the speed cameras and they are actively targeting bikes around Moffatt Peebles Selkirk loop with rear facing cameras. Undercover bikes and cars are also patrolling the NC500, I saw a white Golf TSI giving chase on the road to Wick from John O Groates with full blues strobing .
I used to cycle 100km a day. I used to ride a 49cc moped 300-400km a day and a 109cc scooter 500km a day! Now I have a 120cc one I think I will continue riding 500km a day again!
I do 1000 miles a week on my Honda varadero 125 from swansea to swindon Monday to Friday and Saturday and Sundays I am here there and everywhere every bike can do long distance
I did some toiring on a V-Strom 650 and yes the extra speed does help but its still only good for 85 comfortably. Its way way heavier and only gets about 65mpg. 125cc is the way to go in almost all mc imo
I find my Honda Varadero 125 very comfortable even on dual carriageways but much more enjoyable on B roads. Some great specialist motorcycle navigation apps out there. Be prepared to enjoy the journey getting there as much as the arrival. You see so much more from a bike.
I've done Midlands to Wales a few times with a bunch of lads on 125s .........such a good laugh I ride a gsxr 750 and I adore it but it's such a laugh on a 125
I plan to get a 125 when i turn 17 and take it through europe to greece. Hoping it will take 4 days, averaging 550 miles a day, probably cruising around 65/70 most the time. Just hope the bike can last the journey.
Dual carriageway is easier if you take the emphasis off what's in front of you and place more on what's behind. To do that u need a good pair of mirrors, of which u have none. Also plan your trip to include some B roads where they run parallel and don't make your destinations so ambitious. The advantage of doing this is if the weather turns bad u can always take the duals which will get u there much quicker if need be.
@Red Baron so why is a 125 restricted to 70mph in the UK and abroad (eu) can hit nearly 80mph... I've rode both and imported 125 and a UK model.. the cdi is restricted on the UK.. and the sprocket ratio are different from a shop.. even the fueling in the carb is different.. I've rode a lot more than I've showed on the channel.. regulations are different even if the bhp are the same, obviously a 125 can be modified to go faster... its not hard
@@Knautschfriese Idont have the numbers in front of me, though my memory tells me honda specs the cb125f to have lower consumption than the gsx 125. But you are probably right still with the top speed of the gsx 125 to be way higher than the cb125f :). Wish I had a solid, newer, 125, for the sake of fuel consuption.
Great video...l agreed wit your excellent comments..l just did 850km on (Suzuki Gn 125 2016) round the west of lreland and back to Dublin in three days...mostly average speed 45-50mph....fuel cost €35...taking lots of breaks essential, l noticed after the trip the oil level dropped slightly, but other than that she behaved impeccably...l think she can do pretty much everything that the big bikes can do...ps. l replaced headlight bulb with halogen, much better. Pps...biggest tip..get a screne and keep the revs as low as possible...when you get the hang of it, really long trips are totally possible ..please name ram mount xgrip thingy...wheredja get it?
The most travelling I ever did, was on a 125. During an 18 month period (between 2018 - 19), I clocked up 29,000 miles. The machine in question was a 02 Honda XL125V (Varadero). To-date, It was the most comfortable machine I've owned.
Always wanted to own a Varadero, I think it’s because it looks so much bigger then a 125 and they’re a twin if I remember right? Have a good Christmas as well dude!
Me too! If I get my test I have a big bore engine to build to take it up to 170cc for a bit more power but I rarely find it lacking for the kind of riding that I like.
Hi guys! Just wanted to say thank you for the video and to add that I just came back from my one day trip on my Yamaha xsr 125. I rode 360km and the only problem was that my butt started to hurt a bit but nonetheless, it feels super fun to ride the 125 over the country but I think it is important to keep in my that the top confort speed is about 90km/h.
agree. i find that trying to ride too fast especially on narrow roads is just stress i dont need, better to feel safe and allow an extra hour on your trip to just enjoy the experience. If i wanted fast i'd go to a track, not wonder if there was a tractor round the next bend !!. GL
I do long distance on 125 scooters, I’d recommend liquid cooled 4 valve engined 125s for long distance, it can be done on 2 valve air cooled but wouldn’t recommend, I own a Yamaha majesty s 125 scooter they use the same head and barrel as the MT and YZF, I also own a Peugeot citystar 125LC which has slightly more power and loads of storage space, I have a full license so use the motorways I stick to the inside and middle lanes, 👍🏻
I passed mod1 n 2 for my A1 entitlement last October, and I have still not been on the motorway on my Honda cbf , in my opinion it's not the speed factor, it's the winds/cross winds which I don't like, and I think wind issue on bigger bikes travelling on motorway will be more or less the same, I think!!, but yes blowing or sucked away is a challenge on dual/motorway, remember Winds on the Motorway/dual carriage way don't spare Big Lorries never mind Bikes, Twisties are best for any bikes, which I did plenty and still does it👍nice video
Two Wheel Review rode his WR125 to France and back carrying all his camping gear AND his girlfriend on the back! That’s hardcore. I’ve ridden from the Midlands to Scotland in one go on an XR125. It’s more of an adventure on a small bike!
Of course you always can. Here in asia everyone doing long daily commuter ride in small motorcycle everyday, even smaller than 125. And dont forget, many people do commute with the shitty vehicle condition, on the bad road with bad traffic and weather.
There is no reason why you can not tour on a 125 . I've recently bought a 2022 cbf125 ( older bike well serviced would be just as good ) after riding a pan European 1300 v4 honda . The 125 cruises at a realistic 55mph , so b roads best but I do quite a bit of motorway riding and have no problems given my limit of 60 or so in short bursts ( 55 mph is easily held ). Not to mention my pan could not do 130mpg ( and that's the average) . Ride safe everyone 👍
short answer: yes. I've done 2x120 mile trips and a 115 mile trip in the space of three days. Might not sound like much to some of you guys but it was all pre-first-service.
Here in Malaysia L for beginner then we take a test for P..if we pass ..we use it for 2 years under probation ..after 2 years..then we receive our B2 licence ..we can ride a bike below 250 Cc...above 250cc. we need you take a B full licence..
Of course it can be done. Many Honda C90 owners have toured across whole countries including one or two round the world. The most important two things are 1) reliability and access to spare parts and 2) Ability to store luggage. For that reason scooters are often better than 125cc motorcycles because many of them have large under seat storage in addition to bags and panniers. You do not have to go via A roads and indeed it is more satisfying if you don't, but if you need to A roads are perfectly fine (when allowed). The Motorcycle press and manufacturers are always telling you 125cc is not enough. It's nonsense.
I am a new 125cc rider on CBT. am new to it all. want to do a longer than commute trip so that was super useful. Thanks so much. Ideally, I would like a london to cornwall ride. Thanks again, mate.
It’s definitely possible just make sure you plan your fuel/ rest stops because it will tire you out going that long gotta remember it will take longer because it’s likely you can’t use motorways and will be stuck doing 50 behind other cars most of the way but the bike will be up to it
i've done plenty of one day trips this summer around 100 miles on my cb125f (2021 model) and averaged 176mpg since i first jumped on it. i seek out the twisty lanes when possible and tomorrow will be doing a 300mile 2-day tour to the borders to see how i go over longer distances, but speed aint my thing, the countryside, views, and pleasure of pootling around safely without stress or other traffic is, and although the bike is a little underpowered especially on steep hills, it aint a worry if you have all day to chill. so far i'd recommend any beginner give it a go, but the point about taking a break every hour or so is gold - after even a 5 min break you feel like a new man when re-mounting lol. GL
Me and my buddy went on 1400 km ride on 125's. We have bigger bikes now but buy far that was the best trip we had. We're planning to go on a 1500km i am taking a 125cc You can easily cruise at 80 85 kph and that is the speed limit on most roads anyway.
Obviously yes, lot of people have proved that. Just look man, so many inspiration. You just have to willing about it, buy a proper gear and you're good to go.
It´s all fine exept the Phone as Sat Nav Part. Take a Garmin it will save you a lot of unecessary miles because the route finding on google is an hot pot of garbage. Google is fine in close proximity but not long range and thats not even a small amount of miles. Depending on wich Route even on shorter ones it can be easy 40-50 miles on Top via Google. The rest is pure mentality. And don´t be afraid of Motorways. Take your given right to drive in the middle of the slower left or right lane depending in wich country you are riding. No one is Mental enough to Hit you from Behind and Ruin his car on purpose. Search yourself an nice truck, follow him in safe Distance and you can Safe a tiny bit of Fuel on Top. Under normal Circumstance you are even far from the limiter of your bike because Asphalt on Motorways is much faster than on other roads.
Depends on the 125 really. If you have a 1500 Chinese bike you-ll most likely either quit due to the pain or see it disintegrate. If you have a 5000+ bike you can go from Portugal to Russia without issues. The only difference between a 125cc and a 1200cc is speed and weight. Most roads don't even have speed limits over what a top 125cc can offer. So yes. You can if you have a proper bike.
Not really i did it in a chinese 125 i travell my country currently im at 12000km if it breaks i will throw it away and buy another one it cost me 800 usd hahaha
@@raul6546 200cc is good for commuting around town or really, really short trips. However, I cannot imagine anybody getting on an interstate where traffic is moving at 60 - 70 mph. You'd really need a 650cc or more to comfortably do that. With a little 200cc, you can't keep up with traffic. The turbulence from other vehicles blows you all over. The wind beats you up. I've got a 650 VStar that I took on a 2,000 mile round trip to Yellowstone. IMHO the bike was a bit light for that. That'd be the smallest bike I'd ever take on a long distance trip.
@@Decrepit_biker If someone wants to try this, then more power to them! (I mean this figuratively, since on a 125 they literally won't have any power.) But still - go for it! What a ride!
Yes, planning and acceptance. Accepting the limits of your 125 and ride it for what it is. I know a lot of guys who grew super resentful towards their bikes after doing some tours coz they have unrealistic expectations. The truth is, cyclists go on tour, and they can do less than 1 hp. Just ride at a comfortable speed that the machine can deliver, which in most cases is still well over the legal speed limit on the sign.
Exactly true . great comment!
so true. i have done many cycle tours over the last 50 years, including a year through europe/north africa/israel and if you plan well dont need masses of luggage, in fact i always take just one saddlebag and regularly wash clothing like socks/undies, so travelling light is the key, staying at youth hostels and cheap pensions. It would be pointless (at least to me) to travel on dual carriageways and busy A roads - taking in the country on lanes is what it's all about, and now im a bit older/fatter/less fitter i'm going to get a 125 and hopefully have some laughs. GL
Long distance on a 125. Interesting video.I recently watched one where the guy, road the V twin Aquila 125 from France to the Ukraine to go back to his wife .Mind you, when you see his wife I would have bloody walked; She was gorgeous .😁🇬🇧
wow that is a long travel. Did he have a sore bum? Would you happen to have the link?
@@techjunkie3916 Hi there, I'll try to find the clip I the morning.😁🇬🇧
@@glennaris1619 someone supplied the video to me. No worries. Thanks for reply...hope all is going well! Thanks for the response
I'm used to cycling for 10 hours a day on a Brooks saddle so my 125 feels like a Goldwing on my arse.
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Same! I cycled 100km a day. I used to ride a 49cc moped 300-400km a day and a 109cc scooter 500km a day! Now I have a 120cc one I think I will continue riding 500km a day again!
Long range is not a problem with a 125cc bike. I made a trip from Germany to Greece with my 125cc scooter. You are limited with stuff you can take with you. I had a 55l military rucksack, a big wool blanket, a tarp, a sleeping mat and two 2l bottles with fuel. A good friend of mine made a trip from Germany to Portugal with his east german Simson 50cc scooter, he was 16 back then.
Best wishes.
Your goal was amazing but your friend one was legendary!
I did over 950 miles over a long weekend on a CBR125, round the north of Scotland and round the Isle of Skye. Bike was fine for the roads I used, and got around 100 mpg for the trip. Kinda miss doing it!!
exactly what am planning for this year on an old cg125 :) cant wait!!
@@PhotoBillyDoesTH-cam let us know how you get on!
I plan on going to the sea and back (350km) on my own, getting a 2023 Yamaha YZF-R125 when I get my A1 license, turning 16 in a week, cant wait man!!
@@PhotoBillyDoesTH-cam i'm off on a 1400 mile 8 day scotland trip including the NC500 end may (2023) on my cb125f, and most days will be doing 150-180 miles, initially i thought the cumulative effect may be a bit much but by the sound of it well do-able. GL
@@linoberlajt658Did ya go? 😊
125's are no problem for long distance. Once did Dundee to Rome and back on BMW C1 (125)
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Respect! And I thought 950 miles round the north of Scotland was good 🤣🤣
My daughter and I did a 1,000 mile tour with camping gear on our 150cc Vespa and Lance scooters in the US in June of this year. Just have to pick your roads and be content with 50 - 55 mph cruising.
On my vespa sprint 125cc i did at most 200km a day. Love it. Last Tuesday i drove 188km. I have my go pro 8 black always on! You never know what happens.
Of course you can . I have a Honda S wing 125cc . It's fitted with a top box . It also has masses of underseat storage for touring . I have travelled all over England on it . I cruise about 60mph on motorways with no issues at all . The windscreen and big soft seat make it more comfortable . You just need to be careful crossing over motorway lanes but with care it's not a problem . The scooter is more comfortable than a naked bike for long journeys . Being able to change foot positions helps a lot . In short , don't knock it til you try it ....
I'm preparing my 110cc motorbike and me mentally for my first solo long ride (just 6 hours ride to-and-fro) and will do it once our lockdown here ends. Watching this kind of videos to boost me mentally with clear expectations needed.
Did you managed to do the ride in the end?
@@umeer.94 still unable to. Hopefully by October, the district lockdown will be lifted to non-essential business and tourism.
Someone toured Morocco on a 50cc Vespa !! He had a great time. Its on TH-cam.
there is a Swedish dude that drove from Sweden to Indonesia on a Honda Grom so yes they can take a long trip :)
there was a quite senior woman who rode her GROM from the UK to MOROCCO - and had a great time
I have not long ( june 2022 ) done a Scottish trip on a Super Cub 125 2022, 1700 miles about 110mpg in a week from Reading to John O Groats and back using Motorways but mainly the A1 M and A68 to Scotland via Carter Bar. The Applecross pass was a doddle due to the lightness of the outfit barely getting over 20mph over the pass and the North Coast road was easier due to the slim and light bike being able to squeeze past the many cyclists on single track roads, The wind was a big issue as I did not have a screen fitted, small fuel tanks are also a potential problem ( mine has 3.6 ltr tank 3ltr useable ) but if you plan ahead and have a credit card most larger villages on the NC500 have fuel pumps which are card operated, I also carried a 2ltr spare can just in case. Please be aware most Scottish towns and villages now have a blanket 20 mph speed limit so watch out for the speed cameras and they are actively targeting bikes around Moffatt Peebles Selkirk loop with rear facing cameras. Undercover bikes and cars are also patrolling the NC500, I saw a white Golf TSI giving chase on the road to Wick from John O Groates with full blues strobing .
Gosh, that is great info. How did you find it on the Mways and Dual carriageways, what speed do you cruise at? Kind regards.
You can tour on anything, the only things that that govern you are. Health, Wealth
and Time
I mean, Ed did many of his adventures on a C90 so what bike it is doesn't really matter...
I used to cycle 100km a day. I used to ride a 49cc moped 300-400km a day and a 109cc scooter 500km a day! Now I have a 120cc one I think I will continue riding 500km a day again!
I do 1000 miles a week on my Honda varadero 125 from swansea to swindon Monday to Friday and Saturday and Sundays I am here there and everywhere every bike can do long distance
I did some toiring on a V-Strom 650 and yes the extra speed does help but its still only good for 85 comfortably. Its way way heavier and only gets about 65mpg. 125cc is the way to go in almost all mc imo
I find my Honda Varadero 125 very comfortable even on dual carriageways but much more enjoyable on B roads. Some great specialist motorcycle navigation apps out there. Be prepared to enjoy the journey getting there as much as the arrival. You see so much more from a bike.
Hey, i have a 14 model(same bike).. I am 51, live in Norway.. Roads here is often made for a 125..
@@HerrStaale I worked in Tonsberg for a year and I have a dream of returning for the grand tour of Norway someday.
Good enough...125cc. A lot of people in India cruise with 100cc thousands of kms. I prefer 350cc cruise bike.
You can go long distance on 50cc, you just have to want it
"Sore Arse" would be a great name for a YT motorcycling channel.
I've done Midlands to Wales a few times with a bunch of lads on 125s .........such a good laugh I ride a gsxr 750 and I adore it but it's such a laugh on a 125
I plan to get a 125 when i turn 17 and take it through europe to greece. Hoping it will take 4 days, averaging 550 miles a day, probably cruising around 65/70 most the time. Just hope the bike can last the journey.
Cruise at 65/70 on a 125?…why try to ruin your bike? Just dumb🤣
@@hectorshouse7348 ninja 125 happily cruises at 65/70
Dual carriageway is easier if you take the emphasis off what's in front of you and place more on what's behind. To do that u need a good pair of mirrors, of which u have none.
Also plan your trip to include some B roads where they run parallel and don't make your destinations so ambitious. The advantage of doing this is if the weather turns bad u can always take the duals which will get u there much quicker if need be.
In the UK the 125cc is slower than the Europe models because of the CBT restrictions
@Red Baron so why is a 125 restricted to 70mph in the UK and abroad (eu) can hit nearly 80mph... I've rode both and imported 125 and a UK model.. the cdi is restricted on the UK.. and the sprocket ratio are different from a shop.. even the fueling in the carb is different.. I've rode a lot more than I've showed on the channel.. regulations are different even if the bhp are the same, obviously a 125 can be modified to go faster... its not hard
Long distance? No problem. Ive made about 470 miles on the autobahn with my gsx-s 125. you cant get cheaper from a to b ;-)
I guess Honda claim you can? ;)
@@Foggyfighter with a Honda Grom? It would be cheaper, but not fast enough for the Autobahn ;-)
@@Knautschfriese Idont have the numbers in front of me, though my memory tells me honda specs the cb125f to have lower consumption than the gsx 125. But you are probably right still with the top speed of the gsx 125 to be way higher than the cb125f :). Wish I had a solid, newer, 125, for the sake of fuel consuption.
Choose the right bike, a good seat is key
I have the same bike going on long distance runs are good but my ass cheeks get sore after a while and my back other than that its a great bike
Great video...l agreed wit your excellent comments..l just did 850km on (Suzuki Gn 125 2016) round the west of lreland and back to Dublin in three days...mostly average speed 45-50mph....fuel cost €35...taking lots of breaks essential, l noticed after the trip the oil level dropped slightly, but other than that she behaved impeccably...l think she can do pretty much everything that the big bikes can do...ps. l replaced headlight bulb with halogen, much better.
Pps...biggest tip..get a screne and keep the revs as low as possible...when you get the hang of it, really long trips are totally possible
..please name ram mount xgrip thingy...wheredja get it?
The most travelling I ever did, was on a 125. During an 18 month period (between 2018 - 19), I clocked up 29,000 miles. The machine in question was a 02 Honda XL125V (Varadero). To-date, It was the most comfortable machine I've owned.
Always wanted to own a Varadero, I think it’s because it looks so much bigger then a 125 and they’re a twin if I remember right? Have a good Christmas as well dude!
Me too! If I get my test I have a big bore engine to build to take it up to 170cc for a bit more power but I rarely find it lacking for the kind of riding that I like.
Hi guys! Just wanted to say thank you for the video and to add that I just came back from my one day trip on my Yamaha xsr 125. I rode 360km and the only problem was that my butt started to hurt a bit but nonetheless, it feels super fun to ride the 125 over the country but I think it is important to keep in my that the top confort speed is about 90km/h.
agree. i find that trying to ride too fast especially on narrow roads is just stress i dont need, better to feel safe and allow an extra hour on your trip to just enjoy the experience. If i wanted fast i'd go to a track, not wonder if there was a tractor round the next bend !!. GL
@@Bob-ts2tu yes man good said :D
Great video dude, hope your channel grows, very helpful.
But c’mon pal…getting someone in a car to carry your luggage lol 😂
I do long distance on 125 scooters, I’d recommend liquid cooled 4 valve engined 125s for long distance, it can be done on 2 valve air cooled but wouldn’t recommend,
I own a Yamaha majesty s 125 scooter they use the same head and barrel as the MT and YZF,
I also own a Peugeot citystar 125LC which has slightly more power and loads of storage space,
I have a full license so use the motorways I stick to the inside and middle lanes, 👍🏻
On my runner turbo 125. I had travel 300km+ on a day in bangladesh. So its nothing hard to travel with small bike
U don't hear nout wit helmet om
Great video. A few seconds in and I realised you were riding the roads I commute on my grom!
Awesome! Me and a couple of mates have groms, let’s go for a ride soon!
@@twowheeledenglish5881 I'm in!
I passed mod1 n 2 for my A1 entitlement last October, and I have still not been on the motorway on my Honda cbf , in my opinion it's not the speed factor, it's the winds/cross winds which I don't like, and I think wind issue on bigger bikes travelling on motorway will be more or less the same, I think!!, but yes blowing or sucked away is a challenge on dual/motorway, remember Winds on the Motorway/dual carriage way don't spare Big Lorries never mind Bikes, Twisties are best for any bikes, which I did plenty and still does it👍nice video
Cheers mate, yeah I know what you mean about the wind it kicks you about with such a small bike
Not a problem for the honda varadero 125
Two Wheel Review rode his WR125 to France and back carrying all his camping gear AND his girlfriend on the back! That’s hardcore. I’ve ridden from the Midlands to Scotland in one go on an XR125. It’s more of an adventure on a small bike!
Of course you always can. Here in asia everyone doing long daily commuter ride in small motorcycle everyday, even smaller than 125. And dont forget, many people do commute with the shitty vehicle condition, on the bad road with bad traffic and weather.
There is no reason why you can not tour on a 125 . I've recently bought a 2022 cbf125 ( older bike well serviced would be just as good ) after riding a pan European 1300 v4 honda . The 125 cruises at a realistic 55mph , so b roads best but I do quite a bit of motorway riding and have no problems given my limit of 60 or so in short bursts ( 55 mph is easily held ). Not to mention my pan could not do 130mpg ( and that's the average) . Ride safe everyone 👍
short answer: yes. I've done 2x120 mile trips and a 115 mile trip in the space of three days. Might not sound like much to some of you guys but it was all pre-first-service.
Here in Malaysia L for beginner then we take a test for P..if we pass ..we use it for 2 years under probation ..after 2 years..then we receive our B2 licence ..we can ride a bike below 250 Cc...above 250cc. we need you take a B full licence..
The simple answer is yes you can.
Of course it can be done. Many Honda C90 owners have toured across whole countries including one or two round the world. The most important two things are 1) reliability and access to spare parts and 2) Ability to store luggage. For that reason scooters are often better than 125cc motorcycles because many of them have large under seat storage in addition to bags and panniers. You do not have to go via A roads and indeed it is more satisfying if you don't, but if you need to A roads are perfectly fine (when allowed). The Motorcycle press and manufacturers are always telling you 125cc is not enough. It's nonsense.
I am a new 125cc rider on CBT. am new to it all. want to do a longer than commute trip so that was super useful. Thanks so much. Ideally, I would like a london to cornwall ride. Thanks again, mate.
It’s definitely possible just make sure you plan your fuel/ rest stops because it will tire you out going that long gotta remember it will take longer because it’s likely you can’t use motorways and will be stuck doing 50 behind other cars most of the way but the bike will be up to it
i rode a honda 125 from wales to istandul and back 4000 miles 21 countries and would do it again on a 125 best way to travel
that's impressive😮 how many km/day not to kill the engine?
@@macp988 about 300km a day, the cg125 held stong
i've done plenty of one day trips this summer around 100 miles on my cb125f (2021 model) and averaged 176mpg since i first jumped on it. i seek out the twisty lanes when possible and tomorrow will be doing a 300mile 2-day tour to the borders to see how i go over longer distances, but speed aint my thing, the countryside, views, and pleasure of pootling around safely without stress or other traffic is, and although the bike is a little underpowered especially on steep hills, it aint a worry if you have all day to chill. so far i'd recommend any beginner give it a go, but the point about taking a break every hour or so is gold - after even a 5 min break you feel like a new man when re-mounting lol. GL
Thank you for sharing your tips, Sir!
Me and my buddy went on 1400 km ride on 125's.
We have bigger bikes now but buy far that was the best trip we had.
We're planning to go on a 1500km i am taking a 125cc
You can easily cruise at 80 85 kph and that is the speed limit on most roads anyway.
Obviously yes, lot of people have proved that. Just look man, so many inspiration. You just have to willing about it, buy a proper gear and you're good to go.
What camera are u using mate?
@@johnmcintyre-vl8zr GoPro hero 7 mate
Depends on what bike you're talking about... Grom, Z125, yzf r125, 125 dirt bike...
no it doesnt
Nice video, but I have a special question, can I go long distance on a 125cc scooter ? (Piaggio Medley 125)
Depends how comfy your seat is my friend :)
Yes......just a little more patience
0:32 I thought it was a 2 stroke
Its possible Just make sure your 2 stroke is ready before you go and do go go much highways
It´s all fine exept the Phone as Sat Nav Part. Take a Garmin it will save you a lot of unecessary miles because the route finding on google is an hot pot of garbage. Google is fine in close proximity but not long range and thats not even a small amount of miles. Depending on wich Route even on shorter ones it can be easy 40-50 miles on Top via Google. The rest is pure mentality. And don´t be afraid of Motorways. Take your given right to drive in the middle of the slower left or right lane depending in wich country you are riding. No one is Mental enough to Hit you from Behind and Ruin his car on purpose. Search yourself an nice truck, follow him in safe Distance and you can Safe a tiny bit of Fuel on Top. Under normal Circumstance you are even far from the limiter of your bike because Asphalt on Motorways is much faster than on other roads.
Great video 📹
Do a video on a 90CC
Depends on the 125 really.
If you have a 1500 Chinese bike you-ll most likely either quit due to the pain or see it disintegrate.
If you have a 5000+ bike you can go from Portugal to Russia without issues.
The only difference between a 125cc and a 1200cc is speed and weight. Most roads don't even have speed limits over what a top 125cc can offer. So yes. You can if you have a proper bike.
Not really i did it in a chinese 125 i travell my country currently im at 12000km if it breaks i will throw it away and buy another one it cost me 800 usd hahaha
This should be 5 seconds video, with you yelling "yes"
MY varadero 125/180 does 85 mph on a motorway no problem
I'd like to have 125 with 250cc engine. I would not need anything else.
good post
NO YOU CAN NOT! Don't be a fool. You will regret it.
agree
is 200cc good for 400-500km on highway
@@raul6546 200cc is good for commuting around town or really, really short trips. However, I cannot imagine anybody getting on an interstate where traffic is moving at 60 - 70 mph. You'd really need a 650cc or more to comfortably do that. With a little 200cc, you can't keep up with traffic. The turbulence from other vehicles blows you all over. The wind beats you up.
I've got a 650 VStar that I took on a 2,000 mile round trip to Yellowstone. IMHO the bike was a bit light for that. That'd be the smallest bike I'd ever take on a long distance trip.
Of course you can. People have gone round the world on 125s. I went 950 miles round Scotland over 4 days on a 125. Was great 👍
@@Decrepit_biker If someone wants to try this, then more power to them! (I mean this figuratively, since on a 125 they literally won't have any power.) But still - go for it! What a ride!