Test Ride #7 - Honda CBF 125

[@alexdennison2669]

I love your surprise from getting a nod on a 125😂 I have a 50cc moped so when I get a nod I feel honoured an special😂

[@mrnigeljohn]

45 year old, wanting to get back into it. Not ridden for 20 year, so had to do CBT and theory. Was tempted to take test, but after this review, I'm going to get a 2nd hand CBF and have fun, gain confidence on roads again, for maybe a year. Excellent review, thanks.

[@flypast9725]

I think I've found my first motorbike from this video......... good vid :)

[@MunkehsMotors]

Cheers, ride safe!

[@comteroi9219]

I'm entering the motoring world rather late in life (I am 27), and I've decided to go for a bike. This one looks rather excellent as a starter so that I can get used to everything and increase my confidence on the road before I boot up to a 650. An excellent review. Very thorough with great recommendations. Thank you for this.

[@ben.taylor]

Used to live in Ashford, I didn't expect a nostalgia trip 😭

[@benoleary7275]

I've been riding the cbf for 6 months great learner bike and no parts required for a service so great on money only oil and gas lol

[@justaguy2201]

just insured my son's cbf125 for me to ride... best fun ive had in a long time.

[@krsslim]

Good job mate, You summed up this bike very well! I'm new-ish to geared bikes so ended up buying a 2012 CBF125 from a friend, it didn't seem like an exiting choice but has turned out to be a really fun experience. I get to the other side of town & don't want to get off it :). Its a happy & humble little machine...

[@urbanfireblade]

Cbf125's really do put a smile on ur face which is what it's all about. My big bikes just sit there until the weekend as I tootle about on my CBF in the week and really enjoy it.

[@Ps5GamerUk]

Ah great memories of the 125.

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

I'm 34 and new to biking and it's a really fun bike to ride and a very good introduction in to the biking world.It should get me ready for my DAS next year 👍🏻

[@lishman86]

I'm a couple of month away from 30 and just done my CBT, I'm lookin for one of these bikes for my first one 👍🏻

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

+Simon Lishman I would definitely recommend it,It's Honda so you know it's reliable and it's such an easy bike to ride

[@roasty80]

+paul jones I have one two. used it for a year and love it. starts first touch and always runs smooth.parts easy to find on ebay and bikes easy to work on

[@lishman86]

Thanks for the replies and advice Paul and Paul, I've just bought a 61 plate cbf lol lookin forward to my first step into motor biking

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

+Simon Lishman you'll love it.i've got mine fitted with Oxford heated grips,which come in very handy in the colder part of the year.Also make sure to get an Auto Cycle Union or ACU standard helmet.DO NOT go for the cheapest ones on eBay

[@nuttypigeon]

Had a '12 CBF125 for my first bike, great little bike would thoroughly recommend to learners :) I did manage to cruise at 75mph (indicated) but then the difference in weight between a full and empty tank can make all the difference!

[@MunkehsMotors]

+nuttypigeon The lighter the rider the faster you'll go too!

[@JimShadyUK]

A year on from my first viewing of this video, I've done my CBT and am picking up my CBF 125 at the weekend. Having now ridden a bike on the road, I'm getting more out of this video as I can relate directly to some of the points made that I hadn't experienced when I first watched. I'll report back in a few weeks if you're interested.

[@MunkehsMotors]

Glad to hear you getting a bike. Just remember to ride like your invisible and that all cars want to kill you and you'll be fine!

[@kylemahoney5012]

Thanks for the great review. There are plenty out there but this one is by far the most informative. I will be getting on of these bikes so currently watching reviews to see what others think and to know what to expect when i get on the roads for the first time on this bike! Subbed!

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Kyle Mahoney Cheers!

[@elydingle]

Great video mate i have just bought my first bike which is the honda cb125f 2017 plate I pick it up Friday I can't wait I've been on an automatic for about 5 years started on a 50cc then went to a 125cc scooter but now I feel I want a new challenge hence why I've bought a cb125f

[@bengoldthorpe311]

Yeah, good review. Down to earth and described all the practical stuff I want to know. Thinking of getting a bike and this type of review uber useful. Thanks.

[@Cestrianvlogger]

Awesome learner bike, much more comfortable than when i did my CBT on a YBR, been riding since June on my CBF just to do some "learning" before i do my DAS

[@MunkehsMotors]

+cestrianvlogger Yeah I reckon getting practice on a 125 is a good idea. Less likely to break stuff off when you drop them and a lot easier to pick up! Ride safe.

[@sictricker]

+cestrianvlogger can i do my CBT on a 125 if its a few months before my 17th ? as im getting a CBF when im 17 and would be nice to use a 125 not a 50

[@Cestrianvlogger]

Sictricker Gaming Nope, you need to be 17 to do your CBT on a 125 as well, so on your 17th get your CBT done then get the cbf, their should be going cheap on ebay these days

[@sictricker]

cestrianvlogger thanks buddy cant wait

[@MunkehsMotors]

Sictricker Gaming What he said!

[@rayreed6060]

I love the hight on the cbf 125. Picked up a 2010 model last year after retiring the AJS Cadwell. Stylistically I prefer the Cadwell, but the cbf suits my 6ft hight better. To my shame I'm 10year into my CBT riding. Nerves now stopping me nailing the mod2. Once so bad I couldn't find the theory papers so never went out. Funny how you can fail then ride back to the training centre furious with yourself and be told by your instructor "if that was the test you'd have passed" not what you want to hear when your out of pocket . Anyhow, my cbf dispite it's years, still holds the same in speed, but lost a little in mpg.

[@xboxonegame3662]

Great video mate,thanks. Definitely getting myself one of these come the new year. Not an experienced rider so I reckon this is the way to start.

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Xboxone Game Thanks, ride safe!

[@normangipson881]

hi im 55 and new to biking and thinking of buying this bike.

[@pault8714]

Thanks for the tour round ashford,my old haunt.

[@AGardenShed]

I'm 23 on a 125 and have loads of fun. You can have a laugh on them. Not so much fun on dual carriage ways. Bought it to get some experience before doing DAS at 24 (the minimum age you now have to be.

[@roasty80]

yup dual carriageways suck. throttle pinned and no power left

[@Cullz.182]

Im about to buy one of these for commuting to work and back reason being 5 am winter rides in the frost are no fun on a zx9r. Also looking worward to getting back to simple basic riding tbf. Cant wait to pick it up next friday.

[@cr500kev8]

I have 2 s1000rr s been using Honda cg 125 for work for years had 5 Honda cg s. Just got a cbf and they are great

[@JimShadyUK]

Great video! I'm in my mid forties and having to get a motorbike next year to commute across London. This looks absolutely perfect! Might upgrade in a few years if I really get into it, but I think this will do to start with.

[@MunkehsMotors]

+JimShadyUK Cheers!

[@OneConstantine20]

+JimShadyUK Not only is this motorcycle good for commuting. Its TOP. Beautifull, economic and fun to ride. I own it 3 years now and had no problems. One of the best 125 (in my honest opinion best value bike)

[@JimShadyUK]

+Captain Cross Thanks for that - ease of commuting is the primary consideration (as I have to be a grown up about this), but if it puts a smile on my face while I'm doing it, then so much the better!

[@urbanfireblade]

+Captain Cross I agree. I bought myself a new one to go alongside my Ducati Monster and new Honda CB500X. It's the most fun bike to ride. Just need to accept it for what it is and enjoy it. Great thing too is it looks like a proper motorbike so cars take notice of you and bikers nod. Shame most riders get sucked into thinking they need 100+bhp. Still loads of fun at the lower end of the power scale.

[@WoodyWood]

As you said its just what you want to learn the craft of car avoidance with out the dangers of inexperience. I took my test on a CB125(and passed)the first one broke down at the test center and the one I passed on broke down just after the test.

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Graham Wood oh no! Emma's only broke down once, and that was due to a loose cable from when they built the bike.

[@Neds_Severed_Head]

8:02 The car is up your arse because of the L plate ;) Great review of the bike, I'm 37 and just did my CBT in June. Been riding a CBF since - yeah it's sluggish and the lack of power is annoying, but it handled a 500 mile round trip with soft panniers, a bag strapped to the back and a tank bag like a pro a few weeks ago :)

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Tolil Impressive trip. Yeah I forgot about the L plates, I'm sure they cause more harm than good.

[@mrdojob]

I'm perplexed why people with a full driving licence needs L places anyway. I can understand if you done the CBT with a provisional but if you been driving a car for a decade or two then are you really a learner?

[@tommynott4310]

Cheers for the video! Informative , also I noticed you were in Ashford,! Been through too much with work not to recognise it

[@peterkenworthy9219]

I have this bike and completed just 60 miles since doing my CBT last month . What Do you mean " you can quick shift “ Is that when you don’t pull in the clutch ? Is that up and down the gears .

[@MunkehsMotors]

Yeah, it's shifting without using the clutch, good for upshifts, not so much for downshifts. And it is a little challenging on this bike, the gear leaver has a long travel to kit, so it's less flicking you toe up and more lifting your hole bloody leg.

[@peterkenworthy9219]

@@MunkehsMotors I thought quick shifters were added extras or only found on better bikes ,. Say bikes with ABS . I dint think this basic bike would have the ability . Happy to have chosen this bike because my clutch and throttle skills need improvement, .. only been riding a week so can’t grumble ..

[@MunkehsMotors]

@@peterkenworthy9219 So a 'quick shifter' can be fitted to a bike, and it automatically cuts the throttle when you apply pressure to the gear lever, allow you to change gear without using the clutch. But you can just do this manually on any bike buy apply slight pressure to the gear lever, then closing the throttle and changing up a gear, and then back on the throttle. Once you get the hang of it, its easier than using the clutch. I used it on every up shift. There's plenty of guide videos on KZbin with more info.

[@andy5786]

Nice little bike Honda cbf125 ,👍

[@callsign_hammies7630]

Haha love how blunt you sounded when you said 17 year olds would die if try got excited and happy on 125 made me laugh

[@lord8139]

Done my CBT months ago and still haven’t picked a bike. Been looking at the mt125 and the duke cause they look sporty and quick. But found out how expensive they were £3,800 2nd hand from a dealership and then pushed up to £4200 for finance. Just found this bike brand new and for £2800 0% APR, think I’m getting it ASAP now 🤗

[@MunkehsMotors]

It's a good first bike to learn the ropes, and all 125's are as fast as each other. Plus those 0% PCP and VLP offers they have are good, you'll probably only have it for a year or two and then want to get your full licence and trade it in for something a little bigger.

[@mattyt5515]

That's my bike!! 😂 love it I'm 17 just passed cbt 2 weeks ago

[@MunkehsMotors]

Nice, ride safe!

[@lolaharwood4702]

5 years later but im picking one up (maybe) on Saturday as my first bike, would you still recommended after long term use and learning on it?

[@philsherratt3647]

im 39 thinking of buying this bike for my first bike also i wanting it as cheap alternative than buying second car and for commuting back and to from work.. thanks for the review its really made my mind up.. just need to save

[@M.Johnny-London]

Thanks buddy for your very honest discussion

[@DivineInt]

Cool, Ashford - makes a change to see a V-log on here in an area I actually know. Good vid too fella :)

[@MunkehsMotors]

Cheers

[@kimholland9316]

Good vid. Very informative about the seat height / footpeg position. BUT! 160 MPG? REALLY?

[@MunkehsMotors]

Seems 90 mpg is a more realistic figure!

[@Bdub1952]

Super review!

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

Just to be clear,as a 'learner' you CAN go on duel carriage ways LEGALLY.But obviously not motorways,you are NOT restricted to B roads and/or residential roads.

[@MunkehsMotors]

+paul jones yep, dual carriageway A roads are allowed, just make sure to ride in the middle/right side of the left lane. If a car wants to overtake make them go all the way over to the right lane. If you're too far left cars (bastard's) might overtake without changing lanes!

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

+Munkeh's Motors I've had this before where dicks aggressively overtake,almost like they're trying to prove a point.I do normally ride in the middle right of the left hand lane,The biggest problem i find is car drivers don't pay nearly enough attention at all

[@bornwithawoodenleg]

Chuffin' great video. You have a new sub (and I will get one of these bikes).

[@MunkehsMotors]

Cheers

[@TinManvlogger]

good stuff very nice review

[@MunkehsMotors]

+TinMan Cheers!

[@limitless1692]

Nice video , i like 125's they are nice little bikes

[@alicebate6384]

To be honest I'm starting to like this bike more than the sport bikes.

[@liveandletlive2894]

Gay?

[@fredblogsmac.5697]

iv had all sizes of bike, and love 125,s got a nc700, at the mo, its better out of town thats whot stops me getting a 125

[@goldbunny1973]

Upvote for "Ooh Ive gone all Northern..." 160mpg!? OMG, that's a selling point for me. My old Yamaha RS125DX used to get about 90-100 if it was downhill with a following wind. Good data to include. Anyone got an idea what city insurance is like for age 50+ clean license and 5yrs CBT biking experience for this bike?

[@user66676]

[@pinkandblue1776]

Hey man nice video! What editing software do you use?

[@MunkehsMotors]

+PinkAndBlue Thanks, I use Movie Studio Platinum 13.0, it cost me £60 but it's so much better that the free stuff I tried before. Still don't really know how to use it properly, but there are so many tutorials out for sony vegas and most of it applies to sony movie studio so I just google stuff when I get stuck.

[@pinkandblue1776]

Ah, nice man, looks like ive got to invest into buying it! Subbed btw dude!

[@mrdkjjabs]

I have loads of fun on mine. although itching to get a big one as I'm two years in now. ;)

[@Fordahord1]

no bike restriction at 21? u would need an a2 for 2 years no?

[@MunkehsMotors]

Yep, as of 2019 you need a a2 for two years if you're under 24 years old. Over 24 you can do the DAS. Back in 2015 (when I made the vid) you could do the DAS at 21 (I did mine in 2010 when I was 21).

[@angrykidplays1587]

I'm going to buy a bike soon and am really trying to decide between the cbf and cb125f, I really like the look of the 125f but does it justify the extra 200 quid that it's being sold for on the used market ughhh

[@PhoniiczZ]

I love my CBF125. For some reason my CBF can do 80mph on the dot and nothing more, but it was stolen but i found it about 6-7 days after with the ignition wires cut and a dead battery. Still not working as i write this comment. very depressing. I only had it 2 months

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

We should form a CBF125 club lol

[@janetgreenslade9281]

If you wanna look like a plonker lol

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

@@janetgreenslade9281 dude, this was 4 years ago. I have a car😂

[@janetgreenslade9281]

@@PaulJones-bu2ho dont make it any less dumb lol

[@PaulJones-bu2ho]

@@janetgreenslade9281 I don't remember asking for your input so... 🤷‍♂️

[@janetgreenslade9281]

@@PaulJones-bu2ho and i dont need your permission! So🖕

[@dancycles2079]

You'll appreciate jumping back on a big bike after that haha

[@randomrides]

Hi I know this is an old video but yeah using L plates is legal.

[@donky75]

How on earth did you ever find Ashford that empty..and the road you went round were you didn't no where it was..it was Stanhope..would you recommend the cbf..as I'm currently on a 125cc scooter and getting very bored

[@MunkehsMotors]

The CBF will be a bit more fun than a scooter as you'll get to play around with the gears, but the power will feel the same. Will be good practice if you're planning on getting your full licence one day.

[@MrLolz17]

In ashford!

[@ciaran7162]

I'm buying the CBF 125 2015 in 2 months

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Recker Sadly its £1100 more than the CBF over here, and can only assume the insurance is a lot higher too.

[@ciaran7162]

+Munkeh's Motors I'm getting the new style CBF 125. Your video was great and very helpful cheerz mate.

[@MunkehsMotors]

Here its £2699 for the CB125F (think they've stopped the CBF for now) and £3799 for the CBR!

[@zejtunguitarist10]

Hi, im a new rider im 6.3 tall , should i got for a Cbf 125 or Ybr 125 ? Thanks :)

[@BromanderBrody]

Cbf is the best if you have the extra money

[@zdogovina13]

Meh... in my country i had to do a license which cost arround 800€ guys :P it's A1 license and i'm able to ride a 125cc motorcycle, next year i'm moving to A2 that's a motorcycle with 35kw. And yeah after having a bad experience with my YZF-R125 2008 (the crankshaft has gone) i bought this pretty CBF bike 2010 plate. It's got 14k kilometers and runs like a new but i heard (and watch on youtube) that this bikes have problems with fuel pumps... I'm a little bit afraid i mean what if mine will have the same problem? Fuel pump costs arround 200€ :( Any experiences with this things on CBF? And yeah again my CBF runs without problems FOR NOW...

[@MunkehsMotors]

+XX.BMW.ŁoveR.XX No sorry I don't have any experience with that. Emma's bike has been fine so far but it isn't very old. Hope yours is ok.

[@zdogovina13]

+Munkeh's Motors Thanks man :P I hope it'll be okay

[@n54nationuk]

ASHFORD! Haha

[@drewhender3999]

I can scrape pegs on my little cbf 😂

[@-JohnSmith-]

It's a shame they don't sell them in America...

[@jordanhamilton5087]

good review think the guys pretty funny made me laugh a few times lol

[@ToWnHeAdAARON123]

Hey, I'm 16 and will be hoping for my first bike at 17 after my CBT. I've seen this bike at £1600 second hand, don't need motorway to get to work. Maybe not even a dual carriage way. If the bike is in good condition despite being second hand, is this a good learner's bike and price? Thanks!

[@ToWnHeAdAARON123]

Oh it also has 9600 miles

[@rainers535]

I'm practicing for my bike license with this bike right now, and it's quite easy to ride. Personally I found the clutch quite annoying though. :D

[@ToWnHeAdAARON123]

+rainers535 I no longer need a bike

[@dream-is5nz]

I've got a CBF and love it :) Just wondering...what do you mean by "being a twat with the throttle and clutch"?

[@MunkehsMotors]

If you give me a timestamp I'll have a butchers and see if I can remember what I was babbling on about.

[@dream-is5nz]

can't find where you said those exact words but similar thing at 4:01 -> 4:30

[@MunkehsMotors]

I think I was going on about how with it only being a 125cc engine and not really having any power, there's not really any danger of you accidentally losing control of the bike. For example if you were sitting at the lights holding the revs at 8,000 rpm and then really quickly let the clutch out, all you would do is go forward. Whereas if I were to do the same on my old Speed Triple, the front wheel would come up so quick I'd be on my arse. On big bikes they have the power to wheelie and make the rear tire break traction if you open the throttle to quickly. Whereas on a 125 you can just pin the throttle open and not have any problems (on dry tarmac! You'll still slip in the wet!!!).

[@dream-is5nz]

ah I see thank you so much!

[@adenlovelace4038]

Thinking about buying one as first bike would you recommend

[@MunkehsMotors]

Any small bike is a good 1st bike. If it's got a clutch and gears you'll get used to riding a motorbike without getting punished for small mistakes in the same way you would on a big bike. You'll probably drop it a couple of times, so an older bike which already has a couple of scratches wouldn't hurt either.

[@adenlovelace4038]

@@MunkehsMotors yeah the one I'm looking at is £500 and is heavily scratched on tank but runs fine I'm going to have a look next week, do you have any other media for people to message you on

[@MunkehsMotors]

@@adenlovelace4038 I have an old Facebook page - facebook.com/pg/MunkehsMotors I don't go on it anymore but I think I'd get a notification if someone posted on there.

[@billys1997]

try the msx 125 :P

[@MunkehsMotors]

+Billy S I did try and convince Emma to get a Grom, they look so fun, RJ seems to enjoy his.

[@speeddemonsmotoringclub2323]

Oh shit this is right by my house lmao

[@leedequinceyable]

I always get a nod lol

[@neronim0]

This one or The Yamaha YZF-R125?

[@AnxietyDaddy]

NerdyGamer this one "i had both so , i prefert this one by far prsly"

[@adamsparrow714]

Ashford boi :)

[@nazibabid2080]

Thanks for the review, really helpful! Any chance you could do one for a CBR125R as a first bike? Thanks,

[@MunkehsMotors]

Sadly the dealerships near me never seem to have 125cc demo bikes, I guess as learners can't do test rides. This one happens to be my fiancée's, so she let me borrow it.

[@nazibabid2080]

Ah okay never mind then Thanks anyway,

[@Mr.M1STER]

Are these engines notably rattly?

[@jeremycubs8331]

No not really, it's only 125 the vibration is minimal.

[@Mr.M1STER]

@@jeremycubs8331 Okay but I don't mean vibration I mean a rattly sound from the engine.

[@leedequinceyable]

@@Mr.M1STER mine isnt, i had a ksr a d a lexmoto they were horrendous, the ksr was better but still

[@RoyMuriel-f1v]

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[@warumdehbwoi]

Where was this filmed?

[@MunkehsMotors]

In UK - Kent - Ashford. Does it look familiar?

[@warumdehbwoi]

Kinda looks like Lincolnshire

[@SterrarProductions]

max speed?

[@MunkehsMotors]

It will do around an indicated 70mph.

[@SterrarProductions]

thanks

[@drewhender3999]

Sterrar Productions I've had 82 down a hill 😂 Around 75 flat

[@lord8139]

0% Apr by Honda aswell

[@starkyyyyy]

£25 for a CBT? hahahha I paid £210

[@MunkehsMotors]

+starkyyyyy, sorry, that was me mumbling £125, need to work on my annunciation!

[@Theunholycat]

Mine was only £90 :3

[@AGardenShed]

+starkyyyyy You got ripped off mate. I paid 120 including bike and kit rental.

[@RoyMuriel-f1v]

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[@wolverhamptonbiker2132]

I own one. fun little bike but runs out of puff on dual carriageways. check out my chanel

[@hanvey80]

anyone recommend a 125 bike big enough for me I'm 6ft 4 so most are pretty small

[@DrumHeadV]

+Conor Hanvey Depends on the type of bike you want, but have a look at the Honda Varadero 125 for starters.