HONDA The Power of Dreams

Honda’s 125cc road sport motorcycles history began in 1959 with the Benly CB92 Super Sports. As kits were also sold for the CB92 to compete in road races, it was widely used in races in Japan and abroad, including the Isle of Man TT races.

In 1964, the CB92 evolved into the Benly CB125.

In 1969, the Benly CB125 with a newly developed vertical engine was launched. A semi-double cradle frame replaced the backbone frame of the previous model, for sportier styling.

The 125 cc model’s easy-to-handle size and low maintenance costs made it an ideal class for riders before they moved up to large sport models.

To enhance this class, for which demand was expected to increase, the simple, compact Benly CB125S with a single-cylinder engine was launched in 1970. Then in 1975, the more stylish Benly CB125JX was added to the lineup.

In response to the growing popularity of the 125 cc class in Japan and Europe, Honda then developed the Benly CB125T-I.

The newly designed air-cooled, 4-stroke, 125cc 2-cylinder OHC engine improved combustion efficiency and produced a maximum output of 16 PS at 11,500 rpm. A 180-degree crankshaft was adopted to provide a smooth acceleration from low to high rpm without the need for a balancer.

The frame was a newly designed diamond frame*, which contributed to the slim and lightweight chassis design.

The CB125T-I’s styling featured a flowing line from fuel tank to side cover. With its megaphone mufflers that produced a pleasant sound, everything about the CB125T-I enchanted sport bike fans.

Featured Honda’s unique Comstar wheel technology

Styling was revamped, with Pro-Link rear suspension. The boomerang-shaped Comstar wheels gave a nimble impression. This was the first model to drop the Benly moniker.

Front and rear wheels were change from Comstar to aluminum cast wheels.

Riding school model was not sold to the public.

Compliance with new emission regulations and new livery.

The 2001 CB125T became the last model in Japan. As a result of its low-vibration, highly reliable engine and easy-to-maneuver chassis size, the CB125T was popular with both novice and seasoned riders alike, and had sold for 25 years since first released in 1977.