Honda CBR125R vs Honda CB125CL (2019)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CBR125Rstacks up against the Honda CB125CL. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CBR125RHonda CB125CL
Model year20192015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp8 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight103 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers. Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper. Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 80/100-18 / 90/90-18

Honda CBR125R vs Honda CB125CL — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CBR125R and the Honda CB125CL usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CBR125R brings 13 hp, while the Honda CB125CL counters with 8 hp at 103 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: