Honda MSX 125 2020 vs. Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

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Overview - Honda MSX 125 2020 vs Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Technical Specifications Honda MSX 125 2020 compared to Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda MSX 125 2020
Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore52.4 mmBore75 mm
StrokeStroke57.9 mmStroke56.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power10 HPEngine power145 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque10.9 NmTorque104 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,500 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio9.3 Compression Ratio11.6
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeBackbone

Brakes Front

PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter12 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter12 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength1,760 mmLength2,120 mm
WidthWidth755 mmWidth789 mm
HeightHeight1,010 mmHeight1,090 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,200 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height765 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity5.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16.2 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda MSX 125 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

Honda CB 1000 R 2021

The 1-litre version of the Neo Sport Cafe Racer shows that it doesn't always have to be the golden mean. In all honesty, it has to be said that the largest of all the representatives also feels the most "grown-up". The electronic equipment of the 1000 in the + version leaves almost nothing to be desired and the handling is extremely rider-friendly for this class. Playfully easy cornering with a well-tuned chassis, snappy brakes and low weight seem to be the recipe for success in terms of smoothness. In terms of performance, the CB1000R+ unfortunately has to make concessions. With 145 hp, the Honda is not a brute rocket, but it is all the more controllable for it. And 145 hp with a full tank of 213 kg is more than enough for maximum riding pleasure on country roads!

Flawless responsiveness of the power unit

Honda-typical extremely rideable 1000

Good electronics package (ABS, traction control, riding modes..)

Smooth and precise gearbox

Excellent functioning quickshifter

Black/white LCD not quite up to date and not ideally readable in direct sunlight

tall pilots may have space problems with their knees at the tank

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda MSX 125 vs Honda CB 1000 R

Price Honda MSX 125

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Price Honda CB 1000 R

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