New Honda PCX 125 scooter: additional assets for 2021
Honda is making many changes to its PCX 125, an interesting low-cost scooter very popular in town (140,000 sales in Europe). More efficient engine and Euro5, larger trunk, keyless start, traction control and increased comfort are on the program. Presentation.
Launched in 2010 then improved in 2012 and 2016 (Euro4), the saw its first overhaul in 2018 mainly around its cycle part. This excellent "jumper-cork" takes advantage of Euro5 to refine its copy in order to confirm its excellent commercial performance … at the origin, alas, of its new status as the most stolen two-wheeler in France !
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MNC of May 6, 2020 : The most stolen two-wheeler in France … is a 125 cc scooter !
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MNC file : All about the PCX125
At the mechanical level, the PCX retains a 4-stroke 125 cc single-cylinder, but its dimensions evolve towards a more "long stroke" format: 53.5 x 55.5 mm against 52.4 x 57.9 mm in 2019. This increased bore offers the advantage of placing two additional valves, or 4 in all (hot, math!).
Direct benefit: the power climbs to 12.5 hp (+ 0.3 hp, all the same!) But the torque remains at 11.8 Nm. Not very impressive, but still positive insofar as the Euro5 standards inevitably burden the performance of the brave little mono – moreover still as sober: "2.1 l / 100 km" according to Honda, which announces "385 km" of autonomy with the full 8.1 liters !
Connected to a classic variator-belt assembly, this unit also remains faithful to its relevant technological "Idling Stop" which automatically cuts the engine after three seconds at idle (at a red light, for example). This device released in 2010 is underused according to MNC, who would like to see it generalized on all two-wheelers with an urban vocation..
In addition to the savings in fuel and polluting emissions, this "Stop and Start" has in fact the immense benefit of reducing noise. Imagine intersections with rows of quiet vehicles: pleasant and safer for pedestrians, without having to resort to electric propulsion so fashionable !
Ergonomics and suspension revised
This new PCX 125 also introduces the "Smart-Key" keyless start which also activates the locking-unlocking of the saddle and the optional 35 l top-case if necessary. It also receives anti-skating, not really essential given the performance but still reassuring for the motorists who drive it (with 7-hour training).
Its new dashboard remains faithful to the LCD format, unlike the new Forza 750 and X-ADV and their 5-inch color "panel". The small Honda scooter also emphasizes its entirely LED lighting which modernizes its lines, which evolve in small touches. Speaking of "small": its smoky jump would be more protective despite its still fairly short format: to be checked during a test.
Its floor saves more space on the front and sides, while its seat height remains at 764 mm despite the increased travel of the rear suspension, itself facilitated by the change from 14 to 13 inches of the rear rim. Note that the tires widen again, by ten millimeters, to 110 mm and 130 mm. Good for stability, but potentially penalizing for handling.
This operation increases the capacity of the trunk under the saddle by "2.4 liters", which now easily accommodates a full face helmet and other business thanks to its 30.4 liters of capacity. The weight remains contained at 130 kg, helped in a very small proportion by the "310 gr" gained on the grab handle of the passenger !
Honda France plans to arrive on the market for "February 2021", in gray, white, red or black at a price of 3299 euros (+ 100 euros Vs 2019).
The key points of the PCX 125
- Dressing revised "with a more contemporary dress" and new Full LED lighting
- Reworked saddle for more comfort
- Floor extended by 30 mm towards the front and sides
- Enlarged trunk from 2.4 liters to 30.4 liters with integrated USB-C socket
- Fuel tank hatch modified to fit the cap
- Integration of Smart-key keyless start and deactivatable anti-slip
- New LCD console with speed, total and partial trips, fuel level, consumption
- Longer stroke Euro5 single cylinder of 12.5 hp and 11.8 Nm, with 4 valves (2 in 2019), new injection bodies larger by 2 mm, new exhaust structure and repositioned catalyst
- Steel frame unchanged but wheels now in 110/70/13 and 130/70/13
- Shock absorber travel increased to 95 mm (+ 10 mm) for more comfort
- Braking by 220 mm disc at the front and 130 mm drum at the rear (same as 2019)
Honda PCX125 2021 technical and commercial sheet
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Honda PCX 2021 |
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Engine |
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| Type | Single cylinder, 4-stroke |
| Displacement | 125 cc |
| Bore x stroke | 53.5 x 55.5 mm |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Distribution | Single ACT, 4 valves |
| Compression tx | 11.8 to 1 |
| Power (advertised) | 12.5 hp @ 8,750 rpm |
| Couple (announced) | 11.8 Nm at 6,500 rpm |
| Food | Electronic injection |
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Transmission |
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| Final drive | By belt |
| Clutch | Automatic by variator |
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Cycle part |
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| Frame | Tubular steel |
| Front suspension |
31 mm telescopic fork, non-adjustable |
| Suspension suspension before |
89 mm |
| Suspension Ar |
Double shock absorbers |
| Suspension suspension back |
95 mm |
| Front brake |
Single 220 mm disc, 2-piston calipers |
| Ar brake | 130 mm drum |
| Front tire | 110/70/14 |
| Tire Ar | 130/70/13 |
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Dimensions, weight, capacities |
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| Length | 1935 mm |
| Width | 740 mm |
| Caster angle | 26 ° 30 |
| Hunt | 80 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1315 mm |
| Saddle height | 764 mm |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm |
| Advertised weight | 130 kg all full |
| Fuel tank | 8.1 liters |
| Commercial information | |
| Availability | February 2021 in the |
| Colors | White, gray, black or red |
| Guarantee | 5 years parts and MO |
| Price |
3299 euros |
PCX 125 2021 photo gallery
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