Honda CB 125 S Weight (231lb)

Quick answer

Across the 1976 and 1979 model years, the Honda CB 125 S motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 231.5 lb (105 kg).

Wet / running weight231.5 lb (105 kg)
Fuel capacity2.51 US gal (9.5 L)
Full tank fuel weight15.6 lb (7.1 kg)
Model years covered
19761979

Honda CB 125 S weight overview

WHAT THIS MEANS

Its low overall mass should be most noticeable off the throttle: moving it by hand, backing out of a parking space and managing stop-start riding should take less effort than on a heavy road bike.

Very Light Motorcycle

CATEGORY WEIGHT POSITION

How heavy is the Honda CB 125 S?

wet weight

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 125 S is lighter than about 98.9% of 47 Honda touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.

LighterTypicalHeavier
231.5 lb (105 kg)
47 Honda touring motorcyclesMedian: 712.1 lb (323 kg)
WEIGHT VISUAL

Ready-to-ride weight

Wet / running weight231.5 lb (105 kg)
REAL-WORLD LOAD

Bike + rider total weight

These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.

150 lb rider381.5 lb (173 kg)bike + rider • bike is 60.7% of total mass
180 lb rider411.5 lb (186.6 kg)bike + rider • bike is 56.3% of total mass
210 lb rider441.5 lb (200.3 kg)bike + rider • bike is 52.4% of total mass

Honda CB 125 S weight & related specs

Model years covered 1976, 1979
Wet / running weight 231.5 lb (105 kg)
Engine displacement 124 cc
Fuel capacity 2.51 US gal (9.5 L)
Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) 15.6 lb (7.1 kg)

Weight changes by model year

The available comparable weight figures do not show a meaningful year-to-year change.

Useful weight calculations

Displacement per pound 0.54 cc / lb
Weight per 100 cc 186.7 lb / 100 cc
Fuel weight as % of bike weight 6.7%

What the weight numbers tell you

Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda CB 125 S is lighter than about 98.9% of 47 Honda touring motorcycles with compatible weight data.
The listed fuel tank capacity is 2.51 US gal (9.5 L). A full tank of gasoline is estimated to weigh about 15.6 lb (7.1 kg); this fuel mass is already part of a wet/running weight figure.

Honda CB 125 S weight FAQ

What is the Honda CB 125 S wet weight?

The supplied wet/running weight is 231.5 lb (105 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.

Is the Honda CB 125 S lighter or heavier than other Honda touring motorcycles?

It is comparatively light for this Honda category. The model lands near the 1st percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.

Which Honda CB 125 S years have different weight specs?

No clear weight change appears in the usable model-year data. Other specifications may still differ by year.

How much does a full tank add to the Honda CB 125 S?

Based on the supplied 2.51 US gal (9.5 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 15.6 lb (7.1 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.

What is the combined Honda CB 125 S and rider weight?

Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 411.5 lb (186.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.

How many cc does the Honda CB 125 S have per pound?

The available figures work out to 0.54 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.

How does the Honda CB 125 S compare with the median Honda touring motorcycle weight?

Compared with the median Honda touring motorcycle weight of 712.1 lb (323 kg), the model is roughly 480.6 lb (218 kg) lighter.

Where will I notice the Honda CB 125 S weight most?

The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.

Official information note

Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Honda Powersports website.