// Generation · 2013 — 2015

LAUNCH

Born June 2013 in Japan (Grom) and Europe (MSX125), this 125cc mini-roadster with inverted fork and dual discs redefines urban fun. Instant global success — Motorcycle of the Year 2014 (Motorcycle USA).

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Buyer score / 100
3
Vintages
6
Changes
4
Overhauls
0
Updates
2
Minor
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M
ENGINE
1 change
2013
124.9cc air-cooled SOHC 2-valve single — 10hp / 10.8Nm @ 7,000rpm
52.4×57.9mm bore/stroke — 4-speed gearbox — PGM-FI injection — 5.5L tank — ~1.7L/100km
Major
C
FRAME
1 change
2013
Steel backbone frame — 31mm inverted fork — 12" wheels — 102kg
First 125cc Honda with standard inverted fork — 765mm seat height
Major
A
AESTHETICS
3 changes
2013
Mini-roadster silhouette — high exhaust — round headlight — Japan/Europe launch 2013, USA 2014
Major
2014
US market launch as Grom ($2,999 MSRP) — no mechanical changes
Minor
2015
Carryover — final Gen 1 colours
Minor
S
SAFETY
1 change
2013
Dual disc brakes (220mm front / 190mm rear) — no ABS
Major