Hi. It's been great so far too help people and share information I am going to try a bike review now! I am sure you have noticed that motorcycling is on the way up due to the congestion charge on cars!? Living in London England means there are plenty reason to go motorcycling choices as well I can get around faster and easier than any other form of transport even the tube. One noticed that motorcycle parking is free as well. So a better way to travel around town not possible. I was lucky to have a friend whom wanted to sell a Honda NSR125. I know you must be wondering why that and not another. Anyway, I was little confused about all the rules on motorcycling but was glad to find that as I had passed my test none applied to me.
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Honda NSR 125 is a watercooled single cylinder machine the most expensive of the 125 cc machines that Honda makes it has some interesting features and is at the most fasionable end of the market for learner and commuter riders it has a full fairing to keep the wind aerodynamic however it is for me a good looking machine. I know what I exactly required when I looked in on my friend and his bike. Hence, I am reviewing the Honda NSR125.
~The Look~ -------------
It's has a white plastic and metal body with silver controls with black buttons on the handlebars and blue display screen on the instrument panel. I liked that clearly. It's got many buttons on the front of the handle bars on-off switch, stop clutch/brake leavers, speedo, revcounter etc.
The seat is a black with silver inserts with the flexibility of extra features that the machine itself does have a kick starter. It's also got locking fuel tank, alloy wheels, helmet lock, indicators, rear seat foot pegs. This is very useful you have added passenger getting free travel. It can be crunch but it is a good and must be good for two people can go to work on it in all.
~Weight~ -------------
As for the weight it is not going to be a concern for any, I could tell you that, it's very lite comparable to any other companies models and same company with different products. The weight comes in as 300lbs, and so light anyone can move it. It could be pushed very easily and picked up should it fall over by most anybody.
It's so very light.
~Price~ -------------
About the price it is not anything to be concerned about second hand, I got it from a friend a special offer it is something very much dependent on different retailers but I bought it for £1000. The price for a new one is very much more up to £3000 or more.
~Ease of Use~ -------------
It's has a very simple to use. That's a good point compared to some. It is easy to drive as it is light easy gear change and limited power mean it is a very easy machine to use. It has 2 stroke oil which is toped up with the petrol at 70mpg it is good it will easily do 70mph. The motor is not even trying as it is restricted due to government laws. Unrestricted it is twice as powerful so it is only doing a very low revolution per minute when flat out. It is 12hp but very big horses like cart horse not donkey or pony.
Another point is the easefullness of starting the electric motor is inside the engine and works first time every time. The seat is small but comfortable for most people.
~Consumable~ -------------
As it's highly economic to buy then that fact is that I have used it for two months now it has lasted me this time with no problems at all. Lots of factors are involved in this scenario it has a low watt motor so is very restricted and using the power of 1/2 the unrestricted engine. It has done 10K miles at no expense to me only petrol and 2 stroke oil.
~Durability~ -------------
It's made from strong plastic with bits of metal and flexible plastic rubber mixture on the so it is highly durable and I have tested this many times while dropping it. While doing some cleaning I knocked the bike but I called the repair shop then repired it my self. When fiddling with it so it does not involve any problems. Nothing happened much it is nothing re-markable.
~Advantages~ -------------
It driving quality and feature are excellent for my limited needs no 'WOW' factor but the sound has a 'WOW' factor and can recommend the extra feature of sound. It is so clear and bright to hear as it rev's around town. So handy, so useful I can play on it as well as use it as a commuting machine I am not at all able to complain about anything. It's is then highly durable and economic to use. I do know where it is made Japan so it is very good quality.
~Disadvantages~ -------------
As it does have a restricted motor it is not for motorways or long distence riding! Small and light is ok if you are small and light other wise it will be uncomfortable
~Overall~ -------------
70mph and 70mpg small light and reliable a good product to be of interest to learners commuters and those wanting a small machine. It is excellent at what it does.
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Advantages: Quick off the mark, superb feel, looks the business. Disadvantages: Fiddly design makes routine maintenance awkward. Turns like a bus at low speeds.
lyricalt 24.05.2002 ·
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Review of Honda NSR125
Advantages: Looks Great, Very reliable, very powerful for a 125 Disadvantages: Turns like a bus as slow speeds, driving position can get painful on wrists
youngbed 14.12.2004 (14.12.2004)
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