http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum CBR125R Community Forums. Welcome to HondaCBR125R.com, your online resource for the Honda CBR125R. en Sun, 20 May 2012 04:24:45 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/images/andromeda/misc/rss.jpg http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6996&goto=newpost Tue, 15 May 2012 00:40:19 GMT Hey guys..

I'm looking for any recommendations on a good tank bag for our little CBR. I take the bike to work everyday and don't enjoy wearing a backpack, especially if it gets a bit heavier. I prefer the kind that turns into a backpack.

Anybody use one of these? Does it cover up the instrument panel? Any other options?

Cheers,
K ]]> General Discussions special_k_828 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6996 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6991&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 12:19:58 GMT Well I have read threads about other people going down or getting in accidents and I figured that was something that would never happen to me, but... Well I have read threads about other people going down or getting in accidents and I figured that was something that would never happen to me, but that changed last night. I was cut off by a driver who turned left right in front of me and t-boned into the side of her on the klx. RIDE SAFE FOLKS and be careful of other drivers!

Don't worry though I am one lucky bastard. I had just loaned my motorcycle jacket to my friend who is doing his motorcycle course this weekend so I crashed wearing only my helmet and gloves for protective gear. There was no slide on the pavement luckily so no lost skin apart from a little scratch on my knee. And thanks to some defensive driving on my part I anticipated her turning in on me and had nearly skidded to a stop by the time we hit. No broken bones and I don't even feel stiff this morning! Literally walked away with a scratch on my knee.

It seems the dual sports can take a good knock. I think my cbr would have been much worse off in the same collision. Hopefully I can get this sorted out soon and be back on the road with a whole new level of caution and defensive driving that I hope will stop anything more serious from happening in the future.

Ride safe folks! It happens really fast!

]]> CBR-NL http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6991 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6990&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 21:37:46 GMT today i noticed some tubes hanging out behind my right foot, is that normal? ~like little plastic/rubber tubes, 3 of them i think today i noticed some tubes hanging out behind my right foot, is that normal?
~like little plastic/rubber tubes, 3 of them i think ]]> General Discussions Trynabeboss http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6990 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6987&goto=newpost Thu, 10 May 2012 14:44:10 GMT There are a few of these "motorcycle towing services" in North America: you pay an annual fee, and in return you get 24-hour road side service for your motorcycle. Usually there are discounted rates for towing, etc. and the service puts you in touch with towing services that have a flatbed suitable for motorcycles, etc.

I am planning on doing some road trips this summer on my 500, mostly here in British Columbia. My bike is running well and in great mechanical shape, but I figure it's better to be safe than sorry.

Is there such a towing service that other riders in Canada can recommend? ]]> General Discussions LS650 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6987 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6986&goto=newpost Wed, 09 May 2012 19:15:22 GMT Man this area of the forum is dead! It's may now, should we be organising some group rides or something? ]]> Ottawa Area Riders crashtest http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6986 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6984&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 20:23:26 GMT Hey guys, wiped out on streetcar tracks in the rain this morning - not too much cosmetic damage. But noticed that there was a clunk when braking... Hey guys, wiped out on streetcar tracks in the rain this morning - not too much cosmetic damage. But noticed that there was a clunk when braking hard. When I got home I checked it out, and the forks wiggle a bit in a forward back motion i.e. I grab the forks with one hand and my other hand on the collar, upper and lower doesn't matter, and I can feel the movement.

Anyone know if this is as simple as bearing and/or collars or could it be something more sinister?

TIA ]]> General Discussions dru9 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6984 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6983&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 17:40:50 GMT It’s not much of* a leap of logic to realize that with the arrival of Spring, motorcycle crashes are on the rise. This happens every year around this time – more bikes on the road equals more bikes involved in crashes. Although what’s bothersome about this is that most of the motorcycle crashes this time [...]


Click here to read more... ]]> de Jager http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6983 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6981&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 00:34:21 GMT have a new in box left side body panel. Runs from just under the seat to the tail light. I bought it to install on my bike when I dumped it but... have a new in box left side body panel. Runs from just under the seat to the tail light.

I bought it to install on my bike when I dumped it but found I didn't need that piece as the dent popped back out when I removed the screw/tie hook.

colour = Red

Cost = Shipping. Just want it out of my space

box size is 4ft/20cm/30cm weight about 2lbs (guessing)

Fits first cdn gen 2007 etc. ]]> Parts and Accessories For Sale oldnewby http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6981 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6979&goto=newpost Mon, 07 May 2012 04:13:45 GMT Hey guys,

Looking for some feedback from the veteran riders on the forum. I was recently chatting with a really experienced rider. He's an older gentlemen and very responsible rider. He's of the mindset that I would've been better off with a bigger bike because you sometimes need to be able to accelerate out of trouble with a quick twist of the throttle.

What are your thoughts? Have you ever been in a situation where the CBR125 was actually dangerous because it lacked the power to get you out of trouble?

I've had my '08 for about 2 weeks and put 600km on it already. In those 600 clicks, I haven't encountered (yet) a situation where I felt the bike was dangerously underpowered.

Cheers,
K ]]> Beginners Corner special_k_828 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6979 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6977&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 05:06:41 GMT Hey guys, ive always loved motorcycles and finally got my first bike, a cbr 125 :) im 20 and already have a class 5 so i can get my license quickly... Hey guys, ive always loved motorcycles and finally got my first bike, a cbr 125 :)
im 20 and already have a class 5 so i can get my license quickly but i don't know anyone who can follow me out to surrey to do my skills test :( haha, anyways where do you guys get parts? i cant find any stores! i would love to get some new mirrors ]]> Introductions Trynabeboss http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6977 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6973&goto=newpost Sat, 05 May 2012 15:23:40 GMT Hey guys, Got cut off by a kid trying to make a left turn from a parking lot. I was in the turning lane, heading toward the lights, he came forward... Hey guys,

Got cut off by a kid trying to make a left turn from a parking lot. I was in the turning lane, heading toward the lights, he came forward blind (cars were backed up at the lights and waved him through); he "didn't see me", I had to slam the brakes and ended up flipping the bike when the breaks locked.

Shitty part? If I had hit him, it would be covered by insurance and he would be at fault. As it stands, he has reneged twice on paying and I'm shit outta luck. I'm seeing what I can do about having him charged (I was initially told he would be, but he never was).

Anyway -- to the point. I took the beast to a Honda power dealership and they assessed the damages at $1700 including labour and taxes. Not worth it. So I got him to highligt the absolute necessary components needed to get her ride-worthy again and now I'm looking to track them down (looks like left clutch lever, left mirror, back plastic bracket that holds my plate, something called a winker assembly and some other stuff I can't quite decipher).

Does anyone have a parts guide, FSM and/or a good place to look for aftermarket parts to help me save a little coin? I'm located in Toronto and hoping to find somewhere local-ish to find the parts. Though I know Ebay is always an option...

Any help would be greatly appreciated! ]]> General Discussions JDtoronto http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6973 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6967&goto=newpost Wed, 02 May 2012 12:24:00 GMT Hey guys,

After 15 years of being away from riding, I recently picked up an 08 CBR 125R. I'm really enjoying this little bike. I used to ride a '92 Kawi EX500. One thing I'm still getting used to is the mega short 1st gear. What's the best technique for a long left hand turn from stop? I know it's not good practice to shift in the middle of a turn. Usually the left turns are not tight so I can get away with it but do not want to get into bad habits. What do the experienced riders on this forum do?

A quick shift to second then take the turn? Shift when turn is complete?

Cheers,
K ]]> Beginners Corner special_k_828 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6967 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6966&goto=newpost Tue, 01 May 2012 22:59:48 GMT Want to buy any Year/Model CBR125R as long as it either: -has a USA title or -can be easily transferred to be registered by the New Jersey DMV I... Want to buy any Year/Model CBR125R as long as it either:

-has a USA title
or
-can be easily transferred to be registered by the New Jersey DMV

I noticed that a few members such as KFSRQ were able to get these registered in Florida & Colorado, but NJ won't and I don't want to deal with the hassle of importation using an ICI.

If anyone in the States wants to sell an extra one, please let me know. ]]> zxcmnvb http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6966 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6962&goto=newpost Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:34:48 GMT Hi all,
Has anybody successfully made duplicate keys for their CBR125R? Rocky Mountain doesn't even have the blanks. I went to Head's Locks and Keys Works but the keys they made for me (on two attempts) don't work :(
Thanks for any info in advance and happy riding! ]]> Alberta Rides cbr48 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6962 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6961&goto=newpost Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:16:03 GMT Hey guys n gals, I'm a complete motorcycle noob but usually a fast learner and at 26 I got an itch this Spring that turned went from me casually browsing on kijiji to owning a 2007 red and black CBR with 3600 kms. I've taken to riding really well and have watched more tutuorials and videos than I can count!

I weigh 200lbs so obviously you know it's not pulling hard at 90km/h uphill lol. That's fine and I find living on PEI with no divided highways and speed limits that are max 90 on four routes and 80 on all secondary I can get it around just fine and keep up with most traffic. I've heard of people installing 14 tooth sprockets and getting use out of 6th gear (rarely ever in it myself, maybe downhill conserving gas haha) and just in general having a little more pull through the gears. Just wondering what type of performance change I should expect and also if I should take it to the dealer to get it installed?

Was also considering taking out the snorkel i've heard so much about, any of your knowledge of either mod would be greatly appreciated!
Here she is, awfully stock looking I know haha, may put some red rim tape on, I liked the look of it from another thread here! :D[IMG][/IMG] ]]> General Discussions Gregoire77 http://www.hondacbr125r.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6961