Honda CB125F Riding Review - Beginner Motorcycle

[@paulsnape2241]

I'm 62 yrs old and after a 45 year gap from riding, I did my CBT yesterday on a CB125F. Will be purchasing the CB125F to ride around the Scottish island I live on.

[@richardmcgrath61]

Similar story with me, Paul. I'm 63 and after a 41 year interval from my last ride on a manual bike did my learner license test earlier this year. I've had 3 scooters over the last 10 years, but now that I'm confident at 60 mph the CB125F looks perfect for me. But I'll also keep my Suzuki Address 110 scooter, they are amazing little machines.

[@Atthebench]

Nice channel, you got yourself a subscriber. I'm 58 and have always wanted to ride a motorbike after riding road push bikes for most of my life. Being able to keep up with the trafic is going to be a bonus lol. Passed my CBT last week and my theory 3 days later and waiting delivery of my white CB125F this Thursday and I simply can not wait. Like you, my CBT was on one of the worst days and it did not stop raining all day. When I got back to the yard I was like a kid who wanted to go back on the fairground ride again. Nice work

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Hi. Thanks for your comment. A late starter like myself then. I feel your pain with regards to the weather. I’ve only been caught in the rain once since that day. Here’s to lots of happy biking on your new toy!! 👍

[@disaffectedmale]

You'll get a far better standard of training if you do your direct access tests to get a FULL licence. CBT is the bare minimum. It also means you will have access to some truly exciting machines, there's no comparison between a restricted 125 and anything 600cc and above. You'll find that riding round with L plates, that they attract idiots, chancers and pisstakers. A full licence will mean you can tear those up forever. To give you a really simple example to illustrate the difference, my 1000cc Yamaha will happily go faster in first gear than a typical 125 can go using all it's gears, and it will get there in 3 seconds flat. I'm a 50 year old who waited until he was 40 to get on and do the tests after riding small bikes a bit when I was a youngster. I did CBT, then direct access course doing the entire thing, CBT and all on a 600cc Yamaha Fazer after a 25 year break from riding. Bought a brand new Yamaha MT10 last year as a 50th birthday present and after a hellish divorce. Even if you keep the 125, go do your test. It's absolutely worth the skin on your back, the blood in your veins and bones in your body spending under £1000 to get yourself a full licence and some proper training.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

@@disaffectedmale I agree. However, I’m just enjoying plodding along at the moment to gain experience on the road, then I’ll be doing my DAS

[@Atthebench]

@@disaffectedmale Totally agree. Just like @thefatbikerdiaries I'll be taking my DAS as soon as I am confident with the bike and riding it.

[@gianlucabassi8853]

60...I need low seats...i hate Monster bikes

[@del-i4s]

Ah, I just passed my CBT on this very bike, I'm in my late 50's too. Thanks for the content & subscribed 👍🏻 A great wee bike to ride on.

[@Kop05.55]

Great video. Well done. I have one. Just started to drive it after my CBT last Feb. Wish I did this in my earlier years. Great pastime. Out of the house and onto the quiet back roads.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks. Like you, I’m pretty new to all this. I agree, I wish I had got into it a little earlier. Great pastime!!

[@Kop05.55]

@@TheFatBikerDiaries keep messing up at mini roundabouts but hey, it is what it is. A learning curve.

[@mattbennett917]

Picked mine up last week absolutely love it

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. It seems like everyone who purchases a #HondaCB125F loves it. A great #beginnermotorcycle 👍

[@mattbennett917]

​@TheFatBikerDiaries I just purchased the givi luggage rack very nice great price and easy to fit

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

@@mattbennett917 Which one?

[@richardmcgrath61]

Great video, I love these rides in the country on twisty roads. I've decided to buy one of these machines, they are the equivalent of 1633 pounds brand new over here in New Zealand. Dirt cheap!

[@ExploreWithTheSherries]

Brought 2 Honda CB125F in September 2023, Brand New 23 Model on the 23 Plate and Ours had the Digital Display same as yours and not a dial, We will be Including our Bikes on Our Video channel Adventures when the weather Picks up, Just need to get some Panniers and nothing stopping us 😀 - already brought a Gel Cushion which already improves the comfort of the seat, Keep up the great Videos!

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. Yes, I got it the wrong way round RE the dash. I look forward to seeing your adventures!! 👍

[@Dobzie795]

The last update to the CB125F was 2021 therefore '22 & '23 models also have digital dash.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Just watched it back. Thanks for pointing out my mistake. I meant to say what you’ve pointed out! 👍

[@Bob-ts2tu]

for anyone who doesnt know, the new model doesnt have a rev counter. but it's no problem, you don't need one.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

@@Bob-ts2tu People can use the green economy light if they’re that bothered about thrashing the engine.

[@KahoGeorg]

Would love to see a comeback on your channel!

[@wolfburgman]

For longer journeys get yourself an inflatable air cushion. Ebay is good for them. I've got one and it makes a he k of a difference. Good review by the way. I'm definitely going to buy one of these. I've been riding all sorts of bikes and scooters and now I quite like the idea of pottering about on smaller displacement machines. Ca t see anyone beating this incredible unsung hero. No sports bike of course but 170+ miles to a gallon. Absolutely brilliant. 😂❤

[@IrelandRider]

Try the Shad back box, they seem to be pretty universal and fit a lot of bikes.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. I’ll have a look at that.

[@overboost7667]

While having a SHAD system for all bikes, GIVI makes a TopCase System AS WELL as 21 Liter Sidebox-Carrier. altogether you can get 21+21+46 Liter Cargospace.

[@xxlalbatross3287]

I am a new follower of your channel Greetings from Sweden

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Welcome! Thanks for subbing!

[@henryilgrigio8381]

Great video, i 'm a new follower of your channel. I have a scooter SH150, but i got bored of the scooter. I ?ll buy this bike as soon as possible, i like it . Greetings from Genoa, Italy.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Welcome to my channel. The #HondaCB125F is a great bike. It’s serving me well as a learner rider. 👍

[@stevewilson8752]

Hello 😊👍 I'd like your opinion ! Do you think 95kg person is to heavy for this bike ??? Just for around town doing 50kmh & 60kmh not fast at all , local town speed limits , wouldn't be riding on highways at 100kmh or 110kmh no no 👎🙈 i want Honda CB125F to learn on & for around town for first 3months of riding , So would my weight of 95kg be a issue ???

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Hi. Apologies for the delay. From my experience with the CB125F, I am sure it will be fine carrying that weight without any problem!

[@TheRattyBiker]

I'm a fan of the analogue gauges - after having digital I don't like the "lag" granted, its fractions of a second but it's noticeable, I'd never want a bike with a digital rev counter.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. There are that many bikes on the market these days. Enough to please everyone’s personal choice!

[@ripmax333]

can you Reset the service light yourself?

[@hotdoug1000]

I missed the luggage holder you said you use. What are the specs?

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

I don’t use one. I was asking for advice on what others use.

[@Bob-ts2tu]

I use a Givi SR1184 Rear Rack bought from sportsbikeshop for £70 last year, it's real solid and easily fit using the rear grab handle holes. for days out i have a QBag Dakar Rearbag that stores my disklock, a flask, food, and numerous other bits and pieces, it's expandable and has a small cargo net thingy on the top just in case, and for touring i use a QBag Tail Bag 4. I dont like top box's myself as i think they make the bike look ugly and make you look like a courier lol, but that's my own preference - hope that helps

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks. That’s the one I’ve been looking at.

[@jhaazkahn9852]

Impressive, how did you pay for insurance? I’m looking to buy one. Thanks

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Hi. You mean how much?

[@jhaazkahn9852]

@@TheFatBikerDiaries Sorry, yes how much ? If you don’t mind telling me. Thanks

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Just a little over 200. Not the best price since talking to others.

[@jhaazkahn9852]

@@TheFatBikerDiaries thank you for the reply, much appreciated

[@metalscream3934]

Do you not have trouble with the right mirror, so hard to actually see anything in it despite how many times i adjust

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

I have mentioned the same issue in one of my videos. You can buy mirror extenders to mitigate that.

[@Masher8559]

178 mpg, makes me cry and want to get a 125 again, my 600 is getting around 40mpg at 22 quid a tank.

[@kimetogo]

Great video, I'm looking to purchase one of these and your thougths are very helpfull. Just dropped a sub and will be checking out your channel going forward. Cheers

[@dolphinio55]

I have a 2023 and it's still a digital dash

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. Yes, I mentioned it the wrong way round. Thanks for pointing it out though.

[@kevinbourke4038]

Would like to ask, is there a hook devise under the seat to attach & lock your helmet onto ?

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

There isn’t anything specific for your helmet, but you could lock it to the handrail on the rear seat.

[@233kosta]

Brakes are good, I used to do stoppies on mine 😅

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

More than adequate for the size of the bike!

[@MrWingman1966]

What top speed you getting.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

65/66, but I’m more for just plodding along than speed.

[@BennyHarveyBigMan]

68 downhill with wind at my back and in full tuck, moto gp in my future clearly

[@WhippyWhip2]

2 things put me off this bike, the skinny tyres and the rear drum brake

[@amitavooroy]

hello sir,which country belong u ?

[@williebobs3830]

How much is this bike new ?.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

The cost for a brand new Honda CB125F is around £3100 on the road!

[@williebobs3830]

@@TheFatBikerDiaries Thankyou sir.

[@theadventurehoggs]

See ya from my neck of the woods.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

#Nottingham #Leicester border?

[@Dobzie795]

I can't read the dipstick for the life of me. The lower and upper marks are so close It's almost impossible. As long as it is wet I can see there's still oil in it 😅😂😅😂

[@Labgorilla]

Lovely little bit of phlegm

[@Peakwanderer]

178 mpg is astounding.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Sounds crazy!!

[@Bob-ts2tu]

it doesnt do 178mpg in the real world. i've had mine for a year and documented every fill up. ignore the bike display mpg and calculate it properly, you will find it overestimates wildly. ive made many posts on this so wont repeat, but GL, i love mine.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

@@Bob-ts2tu I’ve no reason to disbelieve it, but as I mentioned in the video, I’ve not calculated it. It’s good on fuel regardless. 👍

[@Bob-ts2tu]

@@TheFatBikerDiaries aye, it's fantastic, even riding it un-economically can easily yield 120mpg, well above the pre 2021 cb125f's, and careful tootling around at 30-40 with the eco-meter on green a lot can give well over 150mpg when averaged over time, even for an oversize frame like mine. at the end of the day the difference is a quid or two on a fill up, not even a cup of tea in a cafe these days, and the honda reliability is legendary. for the price and residual values you just can't do better. It's a bit of a gripe with me that all motor manufacturers advertise un-obtainable laboratory condition mpg's and i like to set the record straight if poss, so please don't think im just having a go lol - GL

[@johnroberts4353]

Come on watch your speed 30mph means 30. Not a good advert.

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Valid point!!

[@BleachDemon99]

Not an advert it’s a video/blog so he’s all good

[@BennyHarveyBigMan]

No doubt his speedo is set to kph so its fine ;)

[@YamahaSkaManHa3]

18 and can only ride 125cc, i got this as first bike, but im lowkey a speed idiot and its so slow for me 🥲

[@TheFatBikerDiaries]

Thanks for your comment. I don’t see any 125cc motorcycle as fast. However, the Honder CB125F is a great 125cc beginner motorcycle!

[@YamahaSkaManHa3]

yeah and really economic aswell,@@TheFatBikerDiaries