Honda CRF125F

The Honda CRF125F features a very lively and sporty exterior design with a blue-white ‘CRF’ decal, emphasizing its enduro nature wherever it goes. It looks bold yet approachable at the same time, captivating the attention of younger-generation off-roaders. Its sharp-looking steel body frame (with a 90 kg curb weight) is designed to be durable enough to effectively withstand rocky and muddy off-road conditions yet lightweight and agile for novice riders to handle it with ease. 

It has a rugged-looking side profile accentuated by a steel swingarm and a pair of durable off-road ready wheels: 19-inch at the front, while 16-inch at the rear. Its saddle is not plush but offers great support for the rider even when tackling unforgiving trails. 

In terms of dimensions, the Honda CRF125F Big Wheel measures 1,855 mm in length, 770 mm in width, and 1,070 mm in height. It has a seat height of 785 mm, which is very favorable for the average Filipino person but a bit low for taller riders. Additionally, it has a 1,255 mm wheelbase and a 260 mm ground clearance.

In terms of suspension, the Honda CRF125F comes with a 31 mm Telescopic Fork at the front, while a Pro-Link at the rear. This suspension setup allows this non-street-legal bike to deliver exceptional handling and stability even on unpleasant dirt roads. Novice riders and dirt bike enthusiasts alike will also be able to comfortably maneuver this bike thanks to its impressive grip and control, as well as a great absorption of muddy and rocky terrains. Overall, you will be able to enjoy a very satisfying and pliant riding experience with the Honda CRF125F. 

The Honda CRF125F is powered by a 125 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve engine that produces a maximum power output of 9 hp and a maximum torque output of 10.2 Nm. It runs on a 4-speed manual transmission. It comes with a 3.7 L fuel tank capacity, which might be a bit small for longer-distance trails. 

This off-road bike runs effortlessly and smoothly on dirt tracks thanks to a relatively punchy power delivery and a responsive manual transmission system. However, its power might be a bit lacking for older adventure seekers who prefer a more spirited level of off-roading. Additionally, this bike is given an electric and kick starter, which makes it simpler and less intimidating to use out on the open road.

In terms of braking, the Honda CRF125F utilizes a 220 mm hydraulic wavy disc at the front and a mechanical drum brake at the rear. This setup allows this off-road bike to have a very responsive and grippy stopping power, ensuring a high level of safety for the rider even when passing through the roughest and most unpleasant dirt tracks.

In my opinion, the Honda CRF125F is arguably one of the locally-available off-road bikes that deliver the most value for money and rider-friendliest maneuverability on the dirt track. It offers an impressively smooth, responsive power delivery and an exceptional off-road handling for an entry-level dirt bike. That said, if you are in the market to buy your first non-street-legal bike that is designed for an enduro usage, then the CRF125F definitely deserves a spot in your list.