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The Honda Super Cub C125 – a classic in retro style

For more than six decades, millions of people around the globe have used the Honda Super Cub as a simple and robust vehicle for every day. The current C125 model stays true to the classic line and adds modern details. It is powered by an air-cooled 124 cc engine.

Honda Super Cub C125 in classic retro style
  • Air-cooled engine, 124 cc displacement, 7.2 kW
  • Tank 3.7 l
  • Retro style with modern details
  • In use for over 60 years
  • Subcategory A1

A classic that does not follow fashions

Over the decades, the Super Cub has hardly followed any trends. The focus has always been on simple operation, economical running and a long service life.

Honda itself describes the Super Cub as a retro-style scooter. The shape is authentic, the technology contemporary. In this way the model combines the line of the early years with what counts in everyday life today.

Super Cub by Honda with air-cooled 124 cc engine
Honda Super Cub as an everyday vehicle for subcategory A1

Engine and data of the Super Cub C125

For the current model, Honda has developed a new air-cooled 124 cc engine. It produces 7.2 kW, staying well below the 11 kW limit that applies to subcategory A1.

The tank holds 3.7 litres. Honda Switzerland lists the Super Cub in its range of light motorcycles, i.e. among the models of the 125 class.

Everyday life with the Super Cub

The Super Cub is intended for regular journeys: to work, to the shops or to the next village. Honda sees its strengths in easy handling, economical running and durability.

If you are looking for a vehicle with a classic shape that quietly does its job in everyday life, you will find an independent alternative to modern city scooters here.

Driving licence and who the Super Cub suits

You may ride the Super Cub C125 with a driving licence for subcategory A1, whose limits are 125 cc and 11 kW. Category A and restricted category A also entitle you to ride it – in the EU, the latter is called A2.

The model suits commuters, lovers of classic shapes and anyone with subcategory A1 who is looking for an uncomplicated vehicle.

Super Cub C125 variants

VariantPowerModel year
C125 Super Cub7.2 kW2022

Prices, colours and delivery times of the variants are available from Honda Super Cub C125 at Honda Motorrad Zürich.

Frequently asked questions about the Honda Super Cub C125

Which driving licence do you need for the Honda Super Cub?

Subcategory A1 is enough. Honda Switzerland assigns the Super Cub C125 to this class; it has 124 cc displacement and 7.2 kW. It is also permitted with restricted A and with A.

Is the Super Cub a scooter or a motorcycle?

Honda describes the Super Cub as a retro-style scooter. In the Honda Switzerland model range, it is listed among the light motorcycles of the 125 class.

How powerful is the engine of the Super Cub C125?

The air-cooled 124 cc engine produces 7.2 kW. Honda developed it from scratch for the current generation.

How big is the tank of the Super Cub?

The tank of the Super Cub C125 holds 3.7 litres. The compact capacity suits everyday use with many short journeys.

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