Do not be put off by it's size, I used my new 2022 cub for a Scotland trip from Reading to John O Groats and back, 1710 miles plus camping gear, the Applecross pass is a doddle on such a light bike and the North coast road which is mainly single track was easy as being slim you can squeeze through most of it without using passing places. I got about 110 mpg and planned my fuel stops between 80 and 90 miles between fills plus I carried a spare 2 ltrs which I did not use. Motorways are possible just tuck behind a truck doing their speed limit and make sure they know you are there if you are touring make sure you carry 19mm and 14mm ring spanners for adjusting your chain I did mine twice and lubed it daily.
A marvellous machine for pottering around on and commuting, ER. I remember how unbreakable the C50's and C70's were in the 1960's. The MPG on the Super Cub is better than the 60's models which shows how fuel efficiency has greatly improved.
My current ride is a 2021 R1250GS. It all started 50 years ago with a Norman Nippy! Along the way I owned a C70 Cub. As you say, Cubs have a certain "zen" a relaxed, back to basics feel - gears and a drum brake! Love it!. Keep the reviews coming.
Lovely bike that older riders have all owned it seems in their beginnings. £3800 seems a lot until you think cheaper than most e bikes. I prefer the sh125 as the belt drive removes a lot of maintenance. On my anf125 I used to have to take the chain off and soak in paraffin every 3-4 months even with a chain guard which is an utter pain to remove to lube chain. Belt change on sh is 12000 mile interval. U can understand in foreign climes these are the best mode of transport. Lovely review. Govt should incentivise these for young people
Really interesting review, always wanted to try one, almost got something like this after my CBT but decided to get something more standard. Iconic bike and would love to have one one day! Thank you for a great review 😁🖖🏼
Absolutely luv it ER I started my road riding on a green and white one but it was the 50cc with a straight through pipe thrashed it everywhere and never did any maintenance I am ashamed to say I was only 16 that's my excuse .I swapped an Ariel Arrow 200 two stroke for it cos it was to big and to fast at the time as I only ever had ridden a pushbike before that .Paid £18 for the arrow and did a straight swap with a friend of mine at the time .This one looks fantastic in matt black and so similar to my old bus with the exception of the disc and forks are different now but everything else just looks the same and no kick start of course 😄good one mate well done 👌Peachy
I almost thinking bring pillion on it would be just as much fun as riding it 🤘 Honda’s have always been known to be bulletproof, I can’t imagine this is any different 🤘 Can’t imagine many more better bikes to ride around town on then this. I love it mate, iconic bike, great review 🤘
I’d change the pillion squab for a top box and add a clear screen for wind/weather protection. With petrol prices being what they are, I wouldn’t be the slightest bit embarrassed about riding one.
@@exeterrider Not just fuel prices, the more I think about it but also traffic congestion and filtering (legal in Australia At stopped,red traffic signals upto 25kmh). Governments should give a big discount on sales tax to encourage people to buy/use these bikes in peak hour,urban traffic environments.
Thanks for the review. I found they loosen up after 500 to 1000 km and I can keep up with 100 kmh traffic pretty well. Unless there's a hill or headwind of course ;) They're great fun and you get smiles and admiring looks wherever you go.
It does have a clutch that you can graduate to smooth your shifts - it’s activated by the foot pedal and with a blip on a downshift you can be silky smooth. It’s centrifugal so you don’t have to worry about it, but when using the box you can get quite a lot of control
@@exeterrider I can’t recall as I sold mine due to unreliability (ignition), but I believe if you coast to a junction in 4th and stop that you can press once forward and get straight back to neutral. Certainly my other three older Cubs have this cyclical feature. Great for really lazy, very economical riding
I’ve just bought a brand new made in Thailand C110 from Seven Seas Motors for £3150. Much more like the original Supercub as it has wire wheels and drum brakes. Fabulous bikes.
@@exeterrider Not at all. Less than my Honda Monkey which it replaced and that didn’t cost much in the first place. Probably expensive in London but anything small and light is almost ininsurable down there. Luckily for me I’m 350 miles to the north.
I’m looking at one of these 110s in seven seas, prefer the seat design, style, normal key, kick start. How are you getting in with yours? Is servicing ok? Finish standing up to British weather? And most importantly 😂 how fast does it go? 50-60?
You know, it's kinda crazy that the Super Cub has been around SO long without a bunch of drastic changes, and yet it still sells like hot cakes!! ( Very American saying there ) 😂. I do like that new paint scheme though. That shifter would be really hard to get used to! Good video Exeter!!
Been tempted to try one of these and compare it to my 1974 C90, but I doubt I would buy one (I'm a cheapskate and don't like depreciation lol) so it's nice to get your input on it. :) *EDIT* I'm quite surprised Honda UK brought over the updated dual seat version as supposedly the previous C125 didn't sell as well as they hoped which is partly why the CT125 didn't come over here.
If you can get your hands on a second hand 2 or 3 year old Super Cub for around 2.5k they hold their value really really well. There's always a strong demand for them.
Hi Exeter rider After watching loads of the clips on RUclips and waiting months for one. Finally have one,normally ride a 1250 bike and bought one as a runaround and quick commute. Brilliant does 40 miles to a litre at easily. I do use on 8 miles of carriageway and it's little harder there ,although will cruise 55 mph realistically and 45 mph being its Happy area . Nice review and anyone buying one shouldn't be disappointed, over a 100 miles sales since 1954 can't be wrong. As a commuter in towns what more would you need as so agile.
I had a honda C90 as my first bike.......lived nr Aldershot at the time - I went all over the place on that thing ........Salisbury, Petticoat Lane Market, Stone Henge and Bournemouth to name a few - cheap as chips to run, and mine was the glorious brown colour - my mates were on Honda SS 50 ' or Yammi FSIE's but I didn't care - you can see why they have sold millions of them.
There is a clutch, the so-called semi-automatic clutch which is disengaged when you press you foot up/down. You should say there is no manual clutch on the left side. BTW, it's a great review and the view is great.
Great review, thank you very much. I want one. I'd buy one new but can't stand the stealth bomber grey! Which is all we seem to have in the uk.. Hopefully they bring some more colours out. Thanks again
I think it is a very interesting concept! Even though the aesthetics are not to my liking. I'd like to see more bikes with less gears and centrifugal clutch!
A very good review interesting and entertaining with most of what we want to know for most of us. Probably the quickest and most fuel efficient urban get around that can double as an out of town safe commute to work on A roads and that if it’s fitted with an after market screen and back box (because of very unexpected U.K. weather)and storage in place of the pillion seat it is perfect because of its light weight its easy to shove into small spaces for weather and security protection. No wonder the original is the worlds best selling bike for Honda. This is a future classic that will probably give you your buying price back after a few years.
Nice review, but I don't agree with you about the colour. It must be the most dangerous colour you could paint a commuter bike in,if if wasn't for the red seat's it would be nearly invisible! You can see what I mean when you do your drive by at 12.26. As you know car driver's struggle at the best of times to see biker's and sorry mate I didn't see you is very appropriate with this colour!
@@rockinginafreeworld3256 your right they shouldn't but tarmac grey colours on bikes are harder to see on bikes! After 43 years of motorbike riding, since wearing a Day Glo Derek green jacket and helmet for the last two years no car driver's have pulled out on me 😀
I bought one and made a video comparing it to the original. I think it is 'super' but don't think it is made to last in quite the same way as the c90. Worst bit is the seat, I wish it was a single bench.
Heck ?? Students? What about us old people. Who are on fixed income. Cain't afford payments.or gas. But I'm trying to figure out how to come up with some money
Great review exeter. Very clear pictures. The features I like about this bike are: narrow width, ideal for filtering in town. Enclosed chain - good for minimal maintenance. As a solo rider I would have preferred a rack, rather than a pillion seat, I believe the previous model had this. I had a look at this model at my Honda dealer, and I can report that the build quality was superb. Its great that Honda have preserved the foot pedal semi automatic transmission, to appeal to a niche market, not looking for a CVT scooter.
I just realised you bought me a coffee Geoff. I can't access the site at the moment, but wanted to thank you for that, and it will go back into the channel to make the channel better. Thanks 👍🍻
Thanks for the review. Was waiting for Honda to fit the passenger seat, as the earlier model didn't quite work. Have an sh 125, and find the seven litre fuel tank excellent. Would be concerned about the limited range on the cub, however that's the only negative.
@@exeterrider Been driving the sh125 for two years now. It came with a top box screen, under seat storage, abs traction control side and center stand, the full kit.
I can remember, many years ago, being ‘told off’ by two motorcyclists in services on the M62. Telling me it was illegal to ride anything less than a 250cc. They wouldn’t believe that you could ride anything over a 125cc. 🙄😂
I quite the like styling on this. It would be ideal if you worked on the other end of town but didn't need to go on motorways. I'd probably cycle those kind of routes this time of year but in the rain and cold it would be ideal and cheap as chips to run.
Yes, absolutely, but its not a bike to ride if your late to work, it just dosen't feel like its ever in a rush. If you want a easy lazy rider, then this is a good way forward. Sit on one and see what you think.
Great value for money in these hard times, £59 a month on pcp, 34p a week road tax and 180 a gallon. Pity a four/five month waiting list, are you selling that one?
I wish this Honda Super Cub came with a normal key as original and not a remote key. The battery goes flat after a while if the motorbike is not used regularly because of the remote key.
No, that thing should definitely stick with the chain drive but I think they should definitely get rid of the stupid, keyless, ignition and get a regular key back
As always, we in the American market get the short end of the stick when it comes to foreign-made vehicles. Our lights are uglier, we don't get a passenger seat, and the bolt holes for the passenger foot pegs are welded in. Oh, and I think we only get it in 1 color.
@@exeterrider I didn't think it was an idea with out much merit too TBH. It's another Honda hobbled (a bit) because the 150cc option they make wouldn't sell enough here.
@@exeterrider Yes I know that is why I said 'another option'. It looks stunning, even better in the metal. But red seat is too much. And I can't see what would go without deep grey colouring other than the lovely red.
Jonathan, You don't say how old your C90 is, and that will be factor, however do check your front wheel spins easily (almost like a bicycle wheel), if not check for brake binding or wheel bearings. Check also your rear wheel, again if it doesn't spin really easily then check brake binding, wheel bearings OR chain condition and/or sufficient chain lubrication. Little things like this can make a huge impact on small capacity low output motorcycles. You will maybe get another 5mph or more.
@@onanysundrymule3144 hi. I have a 1985 12v model. The wheels spin ok and I have fitted new chain and sprockets. I have been recommended to try going up one tooth on the front so that’s my next change.
@@jonathanmellish4439 Hey well that is only a young 'un, it is only 38 years old!! Yes sure, try a sprocket change, but also treat it to a tappets check, a new plug, AND a new air cleaner, oh, and tyre presures too of course (again, little things.... Big impact), and still lube the chain new or not. Kind regards.
I'm going for the Theory test for learner Permit in Ireland tomorrow. Do you think this bike would be suitable for learner ? never been on a bike before. How does acceleration feel, I'm a heaver Man, a short 5 foot 8, how would this bike suit me ? Will it climb hills without slowing down a lot ? highest hills around me maybe 16-20%. Is the power fine for open road, and hills ? obviously I won't be allowed on motorways but will stick to back roads and main national routes, can it hit 60 ok ? I won't be using it for commuting and not interested in larger powerful bikes for speed and acceleration, I just want to experience another way to get around. My goal is to progress maybe eventually to the like of honda Forza or maybe 400-530cc Tmax. After passing the theory test I have to do a 16 hr training course called the IBT here then I can ride away on the road.
I would advise something else, if you want a Forza down the line then your better off with a Forza 125 now. The cub gearbox takes a lot of getting used to, also consider the brilliant sh125i, brilliant bike, the cub won't do 60 well but the sh125i will, it also has big wheels and a better seat. Overall is advise the sh125i or the Forza will be better I think.
@@o00scorpion00o xmax is heavier on fuel and more expensive to buy, also feels heavier. Also you won't match Hondas reliability, it's second to none. Honda all the way 👍
@@exeterrider you know what you're doing though tbf. I bet people jump on them with 50 miles on the clock and scream the bollocks off them. It's only right too if you're buying a new bike you wanna know how it feels all the way through the revs.
I think it looks horrible in that grey finish. Way nicer in any other colour esp red or blue. I paid almost the price of a new one for a 2019 with low miles because I wanted the classic colours.
@@exeterrider some dealer has told me that Honda believes that it is going to sell bad. If it is worth for them to bring the cub to europe then it should be worth do them to bring the Hunter Model to europe
I looked at one at a local dealer and asked if they were available in any color other than 'Butt Ugly Gray' ... he said no, I said goodbye. I am not going to pay US$5K for bike and ride it directly to a paint shop.
Needs more colours, that colour is shite. Puts me off, I'm interested in one just for a short 5 mile ride to work cos dragging the r1200rt out is a pain. Can us car but not as nice in the sun.
@exeter rider it's this or the keeway blueshark 80. You had one for a review? Or even rode one? Almost same money but no tax or fuel to buy, 60 mile range will do me.
@exeter rider well I did think about that, just it was an option an if your going to run it into the ground, it doesn't really matter. Someone said about depreciation when I splashed and bought the r1200rt and a bmw 730d new in 2005. Both are still going strong and I'm not arsed the bike is probably worth more than the car now.
Scooters seem to be the latest thing at the moment. Have a normal bike and a scooter. Still want a Monkey but looking at a scooter as well. Don't really understand why you have gears but no clutch?
I'm a motorcyclist, and anybody lane splitting p15535 even me off. Something about not just disrespecting a queue, but also surprising and unnerving the heck out of other drivers not expecting you there. It's always struck me as being rather dangerous and impolite.
Nothing wrong with lane splitting, it's silly not too. Why sit on all that and ADD to the queue, I'm not holding anytime up so it would be silly to just sit there filling the roads up even more. It dosent unnerve people, often im in a car or van and have no issue with bikes lane splitting.
@@exeterrider In the USA it's very different, absolutely no one is expecting lane splitting. Lane splitting which is perhaps common countries like England, Italy, China, or India... example... would turn you into bug splat road kill in the states. It's only done by hotshot ninja bikers usually breaking the law speeding many times beyond the speed limit on the interstates. Any time I've been a passenger with another driver in an automobile and this happens around them, it's nothing but cursing and swearing LOL. And I've felt the same.. back when I use to drive cars. I don't even think I'd do it in a traffic jam, just because it's considered so rude over here.. unless it was a post apocalyptic situation and I was open to cheating any way possible to scramble ahead of everybody to get out of a big city asap before an ICBM hit the city. Cell phones and road rage don't help matters, or big trucks displacing a lot of wind or throwing gravel everywhere... so... I've never been tempted. I can wait in line like everyone else. I don't need to be getting snagged by someone's rear view mirror :) 80's Honda CM450 and 80's CMX250. Swiss watches! Most of the time.
Do not be put off by it's size, I used my new 2022 cub for a Scotland trip from Reading to John O Groats and back, 1710 miles plus camping gear, the Applecross pass is a doddle on such a light bike and the North coast road which is mainly single track was easy as being slim you can squeeze through most of it without using passing places. I got about 110 mpg and planned my fuel stops between 80 and 90 miles between fills plus I carried a spare 2 ltrs which I did not use. Motorways are possible just tuck behind a truck doing their speed limit and make sure they know you are there if you are touring make sure you carry 19mm and 14mm ring spanners for adjusting your chain I did mine twice and lubed it daily.
Sounds great fun William, well done to you and the bike.
Do you know the valve clearance settings for inlet and exhaust?
How do you know you need to adjust the chain ? I'm a pure noob. lol
Adjusting and lubing chain daily is not fun.
Can two people (~150 kilos of meat and bones combined) take a ride on it especially up the hills?
A marvellous machine for pottering around on and commuting, ER. I remember how unbreakable the C50's and C70's were in the 1960's. The MPG on the Super Cub is better than the 60's models which shows how fuel efficiency has greatly improved.
Amazing how things have come on so much yet the cub still looks like a cub!
Finally due to your review I bought the 2022 Super Cub TODAY! Thanks and best regards from Germany.
Hope you enjoy it! I am sure you will...stay in contact : )
How has it been after all this time?
My current ride is a 2021 R1250GS. It all started 50 years ago with a Norman Nippy! Along the way I owned a C70 Cub. As you say, Cubs have a certain "zen" a relaxed, back to basics feel - gears and a drum brake! Love it!. Keep the reviews coming.
Who's Norman nippy? Thanks Derek, I'll keep the reviews coming👍🍻
@@exeterrider Norman motorcycle - were made in Ashford Kent - Google 'em!
@@abudhabidel1 Ahh of course, Yes I know the ones...mind went blank!lol
Thanks for the full review ER,I carnt believe how gorgeous it looks,good job Honda.
Thanks mate, Yes some nice lines on this one...Classic style!
Lovely bike that older riders have all owned it seems in their beginnings. £3800 seems a lot until you think cheaper than most e bikes. I prefer the sh125 as the belt drive removes a lot of maintenance. On my anf125 I used to have to take the chain off and soak in paraffin every 3-4 months even with a chain guard which is an utter pain to remove to lube chain. Belt change on sh is 12000 mile interval. U can understand in foreign climes these are the best mode of transport. Lovely review. Govt should incentivise these for young people
Yes the government should, your right. Not enough tax in bikes compared to cars I guess 🤔yes belt drive is nice in the maitainance way for sure 👍
Hi, es gibt den Superclub mittlerweile auch mit Riementrieb
Dir was schönes
@@sternkiekerschnuppe6383not in uk?
Great little bikes, long may they continue!
Fingers crossed!Iconic bikes, Much like the one you owned : )
Really interesting review, always wanted to try one, almost got something like this after my CBT but decided to get something more standard. Iconic bike and would love to have one one day! Thank you for a great review 😁🖖🏼
You should! If you ever get the chance ...Have a go : )
Absolutely luv it ER I started my road riding on a green and white one but it was the 50cc with a straight through pipe thrashed it everywhere and never did any maintenance I am ashamed to say I was only 16 that's my excuse .I swapped an Ariel Arrow 200 two stroke for it cos it was to big and to fast at the time as I only ever had ridden a pushbike before that .Paid £18 for the arrow and did a straight swap with a friend of mine at the time .This one looks fantastic in matt black and so similar to my old bus with the exception of the disc and forks are different now but everything else just looks the same and no kick start of course 😄good one mate well done 👌Peachy
Thanks mate, yes they certainly still look very much the same don't they...Iconic!
I almost thinking bring pillion on it would be just as much fun as riding it 🤘
Honda’s have always been known to be bulletproof, I can’t imagine this is any different 🤘
Can’t imagine many more better bikes to ride around town on then this.
I love it mate, iconic bike, great review 🤘
Always nice to share the experience with a pillion. 👍🏍️
I’d change the pillion squab for a top box and add a clear screen for wind/weather protection. With petrol prices being what they are, I wouldn’t be the slightest bit embarrassed about riding one.
Good point, yes fuel prices are no joke now.
@@exeterrider Not just fuel prices, the more I think about it but also traffic congestion and filtering (legal in Australia At stopped,red traffic signals upto 25kmh). Governments should give a big discount on sales tax to encourage people to buy/use these bikes in peak hour,urban traffic environments.
Thanks for the review. I found they loosen up after 500 to 1000 km and I can keep up with 100 kmh traffic pretty well. Unless there's a hill or headwind of course ;) They're great fun and you get smiles and admiring looks wherever you go.
Yes people take a second look for sure. Classic machine 👍
It does have a clutch that you can graduate to smooth your shifts - it’s activated by the foot pedal and with a blip on a downshift you can be silky smooth. It’s centrifugal so you don’t have to worry about it, but when using the box you can get quite a lot of control
Yes, takes a bit of getting used to.
@@exeterrider I can’t recall as I sold mine due to unreliability (ignition), but I believe if you coast to a junction in 4th and stop that you can press once forward and get straight back to neutral. Certainly my other three older Cubs have this cyclical feature. Great for really lazy, very economical riding
I’ve just bought a brand new made in Thailand C110 from Seven Seas Motors for £3150. Much more like the original Supercub as it has wire wheels and drum brakes. Fabulous bikes.
Sounds great, I'll take a look at that. What's it like insuring a non standard bike?not being on the insurers standard list. Expensive I guess?
@@exeterrider Not at all. Less than my Honda Monkey which it replaced and that didn’t cost much in the first place. Probably expensive in London but anything small and light is almost ininsurable down there. Luckily for me I’m 350 miles to the north.
@@johnnybgood7812 👆👍😎
And Seven Seas have a dealer code with Bikesure aka Adrian Flux so I expect that helps as almost all they do is import Japanese bikes and cars.
I’m looking at one of these 110s in seven seas, prefer the seat design, style, normal key, kick start. How are you getting in with yours? Is servicing ok? Finish standing up to British weather? And most importantly 😂 how fast does it go? 50-60?
You know, it's kinda crazy that the Super Cub has been around SO long without a bunch of drastic changes, and yet it still sells like hot cakes!! ( Very American saying there ) 😂.
I do like that new paint scheme though. That shifter would be really hard to get used to!
Good video Exeter!!
Thanks KG, I think it's great that they jabber changed the design for all these years, yet it still has a mass following 👍
I miss my 2020 Super Cub.
Shouldn't have traded it off.
Thinking about getting a 22 model.
Not a Super Cub.... But I wound up with a used Honda Ruckus.
WOW!! Fun fun fun !!!
Been tempted to try one of these and compare it to my 1974 C90, but I doubt I would buy one (I'm a cheapskate and don't like depreciation lol) so it's nice to get your input on it. :) *EDIT* I'm quite surprised Honda UK brought over the updated dual seat version as supposedly the previous C125 didn't sell as well as they hoped which is partly why the CT125 didn't come over here.
Yes I have heard that too Chris. I like the CT, and think it could really do well here.Shame its not going to happen.
Honda's 2nd hand market is still going strong in most world haha. Even Cub sold for ridiculous prices!
Yeap!
If you can get your hands on a second hand 2 or 3 year old Super Cub for around 2.5k they hold their value really really well. There's always a strong demand for them.
Hi Exeter rider
After watching loads of the clips on RUclips and waiting months for one. Finally have one,normally ride a 1250 bike and bought one as a runaround and quick commute. Brilliant does 40 miles to a litre at easily. I do use on 8 miles of carriageway and it's little harder there ,although will cruise 55 mph realistically and 45 mph being its Happy area .
Nice review and anyone buying one shouldn't be disappointed, over a 100 miles sales since 1954 can't be wrong.
As a commuter in towns what more would you need as so agile.
Exactly, its very easy to live with for sure. Thanks
I had a honda C90 as my first bike.......lived nr Aldershot at the time - I went all over the place on that thing ........Salisbury, Petticoat Lane Market, Stone Henge and Bournemouth to name a few - cheap as chips to run, and mine was the glorious brown colour - my mates were on Honda SS 50 ' or Yammi FSIE's but I didn't care - you can see why they have sold millions of them.
Yeap definately. They seem to have had a new lease if life too, and getting alot of people into 2 wheel travel which is great 👍
ps......handy tip from me.........don't try to race a C90 in the woods against a Yamaha DT175........it won't end well......
@@steve1962 oh dear lol!
Excellent review. I think this version is phenomenal looking. Agree 100% on keeping this bike as is transmission wise .
Thanks for watching & your kind words 🙏📺
There is a clutch, the so-called semi-automatic clutch which is disengaged when you press you foot up/down. You should say there is no manual clutch on the left side. BTW, it's a great review and the view is great.
Thanks, yes I know that now but not at the time 👍🍻
Great review, thank you very much. I want one. I'd buy one new but can't stand the stealth bomber grey! Which is all we seem to have in the uk.. Hopefully they bring some more colours out. Thanks again
Many people have mentioned the colour, strange because I quite like it. Each to they're own though 👍thanks very much for watching 📺🙏
i so love every iteration of this bike
They are very iconic🍻👍
great review!! the gearbox is loads of fun once used to it, glad you liked it. Graphite colour scheme is ace!!!
It is for sure, I still struggled with the gearbox by the end 😂👍
@@exeterrider Yeah gotta blip the throttle slightly in downshifts for it to change smoothly. Thx again!
Great job. I love your vlogs. Im not a fan of the cub. However I do prefer the trail 125. Although I would certainly ride a cub if offered the chance.
Is an experience. Nice to have you watching the vlogs, thanks for that 🙏👍🏍️
I think it is a very interesting concept! Even though the aesthetics are not to my liking. I'd like to see more bikes with less gears and centrifugal clutch!
DCT motorcycles are brill for that. Thanks
Really helpful review; especially the inside leg measurement. Thanks
Appreciate that thanks 👍🙏
A very good review interesting and entertaining with most of what we want to know for most of us.
Probably the quickest and most fuel efficient urban get around that can double as an out of town safe commute to work on A roads and that if it’s fitted with an after market screen and back box (because of very unexpected U.K. weather)and storage in place of the pillion seat it is perfect because of its light weight its easy to shove into small spaces for weather and security protection. No wonder the original is the worlds best selling bike for Honda. This is a future classic that will probably give you your buying price back after a few years.
Thanks Clifford. yes its just a real honest bike that does what it says on the tin, its so light it almost feels like a bicycle.
Nice review, but I don't agree with you about the colour. It must be the most dangerous colour you could paint a commuter bike in,if if wasn't for the red seat's it would be nearly invisible! You can see what I mean when you do your drive by at 12.26. As you know car driver's struggle at the best of times to see biker's and sorry mate I didn't see you is very appropriate with this colour!
Fair enough mate🙂
Load of crock. There are loads of bikes that are dark colours , if you cannot see the rider or light then they should not be driving.
@@rockinginafreeworld3256 your right they shouldn't but tarmac grey colours on bikes are harder to see on bikes! After 43 years of motorbike riding, since wearing a Day Glo Derek green jacket and helmet for the last two years no car driver's have pulled out on me 😀
super interesting bike, defo want to test ride one and look at getting one as my next bike. Great review
Thanks! 👍
Almost 190 mpg! That's incredible.
Cheaper than walking😂
I bought one and made a video comparing it to the original. I think it is 'super' but don't think it is made to last in quite the same way as the c90. Worst bit is the seat, I wish it was a single bench.
Yes I think I would agree with that. Single bench would be better 👍
Nice review mate , great little bike for students on a tight budget 🙂
Indeed it is!
Heck ?? Students?
What about us old people.
Who are on fixed income.
Cain't afford payments.or gas.
But I'm trying to figure out how to come up with some money
@@timhudson1846 just about everyone is feeling the pinch I think
@@timhudson1846 " Old people " ??? I'm 66 years old SON ........
@@PhilipKerry I'm 62 ...lol
Great review exeter. Very clear pictures.
The features I like about this bike are: narrow width, ideal for filtering in town. Enclosed chain - good for minimal maintenance.
As a solo rider I would have preferred a rack, rather than a pillion seat, I believe the previous model had this.
I had a look at this model at my Honda dealer, and I can report that the build quality was superb.
Its great that Honda have preserved the foot pedal semi automatic transmission, to appeal to a niche market, not looking for a CVT scooter.
For sure Geoff, it's great these old classics have been given the 2022 treatment while still keeping the fundamentals. Thanks for watching 💯👍
I just realised you bought me a coffee Geoff.
I can't access the site at the moment, but wanted to thank you for that, and it will go back into the channel to make the channel better.
Thanks 👍🍻
Thanks for the review. Was waiting for Honda to fit the passenger seat, as the earlier model didn't quite work. Have an sh 125, and find the seven litre fuel tank excellent. Would be concerned about the limited range on the cub, however that's the only negative.
The Super Cub does 188 mpg
@@PhilipKerry excellent fuel economy!
I would like to try the SH. They look great.
@@exeterrider Been driving the sh125 for two years now. It came with a top box screen, under seat storage, abs traction control side and center stand, the full kit.
@@johnwilmott8063 superb👍
I can remember, many years ago, being ‘told off’ by two motorcyclists in services on the M62. Telling me it was illegal to ride anything less than a 250cc. They wouldn’t believe that you could ride anything over a 125cc. 🙄😂
😂Some people a! 🤣
@@exeterrider Meant to say I was riding a Honda 200cc!
@@daviddavies5347 🏍️👍
beautiful machine, greetings from baton rouge.
Thank you very much! Great to hear from you 👍
Great review so much so im going to follow you , Thanks Exeter rider
Thanks For coming on board Paul. Cheers E. R👍🍻
Quasimotard (youtube channel) rode a super cub + trailer across the USA recently so it's a very sturdy/capable bike.
It sure is, very economical as well!
Hi. Great video, very informative. Just wondering what that song was at the end, wicked track. Regards Rob.
Not sure myself now Rob, I always try to find a good track,
That looked like a nice, big, flat car park, where is it? Good video as usual. Thanks. 😎🏍👍😀
Exeter arena, yes it's ideal, thanks 👍
@@exeterrider is it open all the time, so I can get in and practice slow riding? 😎🏍👍😀
@@roberthallas349 pretty much, should be fine 👍
I have over 20 thousand miles on my 2020 and I never had a bad ride
Good on you, yes they go on forever!
I quite the like styling on this. It would be ideal if you worked on the other end of town but didn't need to go on motorways. I'd probably cycle those kind of routes this time of year but in the rain and cold it would be ideal and cheap as chips to run.
Alot to be said for having a 125 to do city commuting. I would like a 125....The Monkey really ticks my boxes
Dang! They look so good 💯💯
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I got this bike in the US and I absolutely love it! I just wish they would have given the pillion seat and foot pegs to North America...
Maybe next year with a bit of lu k🍻👍
They sell them on eBay
Great review.
Thanks!
I love this motorcycle Honda can you BRING to Bangladesh too much people love this BIKE
I would have thought you have the cub with you already.. it should do well there.
Amazing little bike
It really is! classic!
That is one economical motorcycle, something I will always prefer than big bikes. I own a Honda Bravo 100 and fuel to repair is very cheap.
Yes its hard to believe how cheap it can be to get around isn't it 👍
@@exeterriderand with inflation and fuel prices skyrocketing, it has become necessary.
Yes definately. I wish I had a 125 tbh. Just for city use. 👍
It does look very cool indeed.
Constantly trying to work out where you're riding as I can't recognise any of the roads!
I'll let you know next time I see you. See if you recornise the Walkround location 😉👍
Seems like the flip flop shifter is reverse to the RE Meteor.
it is, and it takes a lot of getting used too
The Super Cub is Kinda LIKE a scooter, But it's actually a motorcycle acting as a "scooter". It IS truly it's OWN thing.
Your quite right, thats pretty much how I see it👍
Didn't even know that they still made these. Learn something every day watching Exeter Rider.
Ha, Yes I think they always will make them....I certainly hope they do anyway. A world without the Honda Cub , is like a Greggs without a pasty!!
Great review! Would you recommend for a fully licensed but beginner rider? Living in Dublin city centre, cheers man!
Yes, absolutely, but its not a bike to ride if your late to work, it just dosen't feel like its ever in a rush. If you want a easy lazy rider, then this is a good way forward. Sit on one and see what you think.
@@exeterrider ah great stuff, yeah I'd be definitely taking it easy if I buy it, cheers man!
The CVT scooter is already out there with the Vision 110 or the Sh 125.
Yes good point, the sh is close isn't it.
Great value for money in these hard times, £59 a month on pcp, 34p a week road tax and 180 a gallon. Pity a four/five month waiting list, are you selling that one?
No, it read a press bike from honda UK. Yes cheap as chips too run.... Infact cheaper! It makes alot of sense in every way.
I'm in love. That is one hot bike!
Proper class😊👍🍻
Great review as usual :)
Thanks Rory, I need to catch up on yours soon!
@@exeterrider also a really cool little bike , a brilliant and no doubt super reliable runaround.
@@nitrorory for sure mate 👍
Silly Question Sir, does it have a fuel gauge? My Orcal Astor 125 doesn't and it's a pain.
Great videos am catching up with a few of yours now.
Thanks for catching up, appreciate that. Yes it has a LCD fuel gauge.
Brilliant, thank you
fabulous bike
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I wish this Honda Super Cub came with a normal key as original and not a remote key.
The battery goes flat after a while if the motorbike is not used regularly because of the remote key.
We all do... It seems to be the easy every thing is going.... Yet no one wants it 🙄
Nice machine and great history.
Iconic👍🏍️
Should be a drum front brake as well imho, that damn disc with abs pipe totally spoils the aesthetics
Yes I see what you mean👍
No, that thing should definitely stick with the chain drive but I think they should definitely get rid of the stupid, keyless, ignition and get a regular key back
I'm with you on that 👍
As always, we in the American market get the short end of the stick when it comes to foreign-made vehicles. Our lights are uglier, we don't get a passenger seat, and the bolt holes for the passenger foot pegs are welded in. Oh, and I think we only get it in 1 color.
Sorry to hear that, we fall short as well like not getting the CT 125 here.
It's a great bike but i wanted more comfort so bought the new Yamaha grand filano 125 cc.
Fair comment. they do look very comfortable.
If you have a full licence and have a Cub would a big bore kit be an option for just a bit more ooomph or just not worth it?
Not worth it mate
If you mess with the engine the bikes value plummets
@@dolebandit9942 Yes.
@@exeterrider I didn't think it was an idea with out much merit too TBH. It's another Honda hobbled (a bit) because the 150cc option they make wouldn't sell enough here.
@@clangerbasher I see, I think I'm the UK the learner legal size is 125, but if they knocked it up to 150cc then it would make so much more sense.
It's lovely to look at but I wish there was another option.
The 2022 only comes in this colour : )
@@exeterrider Yes I know that is why I said 'another option'. It looks stunning, even better in the metal. But red seat is too much. And I can't see what would go without deep grey colouring other than the lovely red.
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But what wil the chrome part’s do after 4 years? Rost? But I love the bike❤
Not always, most of the time with chrome is just on the surface which rubs off considering it's kept undercover of course
Are you ready for this? I actually quite like it 😮
Really, no I wasn't ready for that bombshell!
Love the Honda cub however the voodoo gear shifter scares me a bit
You get used to it after a while.. Took me a long while though lol
0:45 What you described is the opposite of the American models. We push with the heel to go up a gear.
O that's intresting. I wonder why that is. I have the Honda dax at the moment, and it's the same gear box 👍
Same with the Australian model. 👍🇦🇺
I am currently riding a C90 Cub which only manages 45 top speed so having another 10 mph is blooming useful. Maybe the cb125 is better value.
I would say so too Jonathan. 125cc is almost the perfect power around the lanes or city....worthwhile up-grade I'd say.
Jonathan, You don't say how old your C90 is, and that will be factor, however do check your front wheel spins easily (almost like a bicycle wheel), if not check for brake binding or wheel bearings. Check also your rear wheel, again if it doesn't spin really easily then check brake binding, wheel bearings OR chain condition and/or sufficient chain lubrication. Little things like this can make a huge impact on small capacity low output motorcycles. You will maybe get another 5mph or more.
@@onanysundrymule3144 hi. I have a 1985 12v model. The wheels spin ok and I have fitted new chain and sprockets. I have been recommended to try going up one tooth on the front so that’s my next change.
@@jonathanmellish4439 Hey well that is only a young 'un, it is only 38 years old!! Yes sure, try a sprocket change, but also treat it to a tappets check, a new plug, AND a new air cleaner, oh, and tyre presures too of course (again, little things.... Big impact), and still lube the chain new or not. Kind regards.
@@onanysundrymule3144 thanks for the tips 😊 I have done all the things you suggest.
in that colour it looks like someones "nicked it" and sprayed it matt black......wheels need painting in honda bright orange....
What if I want to go out poaching or metal detecting at night? Bright orange indeed! Its bad enough having the front light permanently on!🙂
@xtc2v good luck getting the venison on the pillion seat 😉
Nice review
With the price of fuel,what's not to like about it for a commuter. Looks great in the matt black and grey.
Exactly Roland : )
A CVT cub would not be as economical
Exactly!
I'm going for the Theory test for learner Permit in Ireland tomorrow.
Do you think this bike would be suitable for learner ? never been on a bike before.
How does acceleration feel, I'm a heaver Man, a short 5 foot 8, how would this bike suit me ?
Will it climb hills without slowing down a lot ? highest hills around me maybe 16-20%.
Is the power fine for open road, and hills ? obviously I won't be allowed on motorways but will stick to back roads and main national routes, can it hit 60 ok ?
I won't be using it for commuting and not interested in larger powerful bikes for speed and acceleration, I just want to experience another way to get around.
My goal is to progress maybe eventually to the like of honda Forza or maybe 400-530cc Tmax.
After passing the theory test I have to do a 16 hr training course called the IBT here then I can ride away on the road.
I would advise something else, if you want a Forza down the line then your better off with a Forza 125 now. The cub gearbox takes a lot of getting used to, also consider the brilliant sh125i, brilliant bike, the cub won't do 60 well but the sh125i will, it also has big wheels and a better seat.
Overall is advise the sh125i or the Forza will be better I think.
@@exeterrider Thanks for the reply, what do you think of XMAX vs Forza ?
Would you recommend 300 or125 ?
A lot will depend on insurance of course.
@@o00scorpion00o xmax is heavier on fuel and more expensive to buy, also feels heavier.
Also you won't match Hondas reliability, it's second to none. Honda all the way 👍
@@exeterrider Forza 125 or 300?
This is why you should never buy an ex demo bike. They get pinned by people testing them whilst still in the run in period.
They need to be tested though. I've Airways "hard" run in my bikes anyway and never had a issue. It's a Honda so it will be fine 👍🏍️
@@exeterrider you know what you're doing though tbf. I bet people jump on them with 50 miles on the clock and scream the bollocks off them. It's only right too if you're buying a new bike you wanna know how it feels all the way through the revs.
@@Adam_Adam_Adam_Adam yes I know what you mean mate, a bit like hire cars and vans isn't it 😂
I think it looks horrible in that grey finish. Way nicer in any other colour esp red or blue. I paid almost the price of a new one for a 2019 with low miles because I wanted the classic colours.
Fair enough. I like both colours, but yes the red/blue is quite dashing. 🍻👍
You must be taking a piss
ขอบคุณสำหรับรีวิว.👍👍👍👍
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@@exeterrider That translated as: Thank you for the review. No; I don't know Thai but I used google translate.
@@johntheaccountant5594 thank goodness for Google!
Why on earth, does honda introduce hunter 125 version of on the European market?
Tell me about it mate
@@exeterrider some dealer has told me that Honda believes that it is going to sell bad. If it is worth for them to bring the cub to europe then it should be worth do them to bring the Hunter Model to europe
The Super Cub, CB 750 and the Gold Wing ARE Honda. (Sure they made/make other bikes.., But these three are what matter!).
Agreed but don't deglect the monkey and DAX🐒😎
Can you test abs on a dirt road
OK stayed tuned🙂
Price a front bulb,, a rear bulb and swingarm bushes,, but sit down first.! (Around a grand)
That's the issue, it's not bulbs, it's all LEDS
Well absolutely everybody is driving on the wrong side of the road but I guess if everybody does it it could work
Are they, left is king 👑😂
How much do you sell it
£3800😎
road tax is £22
Yes I realised I said that when I edited it.... I was close though 🤔😂
I looked at one at a local dealer and asked if they were available in any color other than 'Butt Ugly Gray' ... he said no, I said goodbye. I am not going to pay US$5K for bike and ride it directly to a paint shop.
Fair enough, I quite like the grey tbh👍
Can two people (~150 kilos of meat and bones combined) take a ride on it especially up the hills?
I'd say it dosen't really have enough power for me doing that. depends how much of a rush you are in.
Too bad that in my country this bike is considered as exotic item, it cost IDR 82 million (GBP 4721)
Is one of the cheapest bikes in the UK. Just £3800.
Needs more colours, that colour is shite. Puts me off, I'm interested in one just for a short 5 mile ride to work cos dragging the r1200rt out is a pain. Can us car but not as nice in the sun.
It's good to have a lighter bike for the small runs👍
@exeter rider it's this or the keeway blueshark 80. You had one for a review? Or even rode one? Almost same money but no tax or fuel to buy, 60 mile range will do me.
@@michaelbamber4887 the Honda will hold its value for longer👍
@exeter rider well I did think about that, just it was an option an if your going to run it into the ground, it doesn't really matter. Someone said about depreciation when I splashed and bought the r1200rt and a bmw 730d new in 2005. Both are still going strong and I'm not arsed the bike is probably worth more than the car now.
Nice motors there.... Yes, I think in these cases, listen to your gut feeling is best 👍🍻
You can ride it on a cbt
Yeap!
Scooters seem to be the latest thing at the moment. Have a normal bike and a scooter. Still want a Monkey but looking at a scooter as well. Don't really understand why you have gears but no clutch?
The reason for that is one of the designer's wanted a bike that he could ride with one hand and use the other to carry a tray of noodles! 😅
That makes sense. 🍜 Will try this at my CBT.
They made it like this for delivery riders so they could hop on and off easily.
A CVT would totally ruin this bike. Hell no please never do that if you want to CVT there’s plenty of scooters to look at.
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very nice review mate but no no no not for me jusy no lol
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Good little bike. Might be time to consider electric bicycles though…
Could be right there Pete.
E bikes are more expensive
@@volt8684 - some are, but many, including mine, are cheaper than these motorcycles…
What bike do you have if you don't mind me asking Pete?
@@exeterrider Specialized Vado SL, or did you mean motorcycle?
All cars are black. This bike needs 3 'italian colors to choose from.
honda can put disc breaks on a tiny monkey but not the honda cub.... mindboggling.
They are trying to keep the cub original as much as possible... I kinda like that 👍
9:02 Is that an Andes Ramada 120l rucksack? Andes follow me on Instagram.
Nope, not sure what it is TBH
It's a moped.
A moped is 50cc this is a 125 so I have to disagree👍
@@exeterrider I know, but it has the look of an advanced high quality moped. And that's what's attractive about it.
@@tomaud 100% mate
I'm a motorcyclist, and anybody lane splitting p15535 even me off.
Something about not just disrespecting a queue, but also surprising and unnerving the heck out of other drivers not expecting you there.
It's always struck me as being rather dangerous and impolite.
Nothing wrong with lane splitting, it's silly not too. Why sit on all that and ADD to the queue, I'm not holding anytime up so it would be silly to just sit there filling the roads up even more.
It dosent unnerve people, often im in a car or van and have no issue with bikes lane splitting.
@@exeterrider In the USA it's very different, absolutely no one is expecting lane splitting. Lane splitting which is perhaps common countries like England, Italy, China, or India... example... would turn you into bug splat road kill in the states.
It's only done by hotshot ninja bikers usually breaking the law speeding many times beyond the speed limit on the interstates. Any time I've been a passenger with another driver in an automobile and this happens around them, it's nothing but cursing and swearing LOL. And I've felt the same.. back when I use to drive cars.
I don't even think I'd do it in a traffic jam, just because it's considered so rude over here.. unless it was a post apocalyptic situation and I was open to cheating any way possible to scramble ahead of everybody to get out of a big city asap before an ICBM hit the city.
Cell phones and road rage don't help matters, or big trucks displacing a lot of wind or throwing gravel everywhere... so... I've never been tempted. I can wait in line like everyone else. I don't need to be getting snagged by someone's rear view mirror :)
80's Honda CM450 and 80's CMX250. Swiss watches! Most of the time.