The Honda SH125i is one of Europe’s most loved urban scooters, prized for its elegant, compact form and a reputation for effortless, dependable commuting built up over decades on sale. It sits above the value focused SH Mode 125 in Honda’s scooter range, adding full disc braking front and rear and a more refined finish throughout. Its enduring popularity across European cities is testament to just how well the formula has been refined generation after generation.
A liquid cooled 125cc single cylinder engine with a four valve SOHC head produces 9.6kW at 8,250rpm and 12Nm of torque at 6,500rpm, delivered through a CVT automatic transmission with a centrifugal clutch and V-belt final drive. It needs nothing more than a twist of the throttle to get moving, and delivers smooth, willing performance that never feels caught out by a steep hill or a heavy load of shopping.
A tubular steel underbone frame, with 26 degrees of rake, carries a 33mm telescopic fork at the front and a dual damper unit swingarm at the rear, keeping the ride settled over typical urban surfaces. Braking is handled by a 240mm disc with a two piston caliper at the front and a matching 240mm disc with a single piston caliper at the rear, giving genuinely confident stopping power in all conditions. Tyres sized 100/80-16 and 120/80-16 keep things planted at low speed, and 145mm of ground clearance shrugs off speed humps and potholes alike. At 138kg with a 1,350mm wheelbase, the SH125i stays light and agile through traffic despite its more substantial specification.
LED headlights and taillights bring a modern look, while a lightweight frame keeps the whole machine easy to manage when filtering or parking. Improved seat comfort at a manageable 799mm height, plus generous weather protection, make longer commutes genuinely comfortable, and a 7 litre tank keeps refuelling stops infrequent. That combination of style, comfort and low running costs explains why it remains such a common sight on city streets everywhere. It suits riders who want a dependable, stylish scooter with a long proven reputation for reliability around town. Available now at GT Motorcycles, your Honda dealer in Plymouth, serving riders across Devon and Cornwall, with finance and test rides available.
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