Honda Forza 125 Review

Used Buyer Review

The Forza 125 is Honda doing what Honda does best — building something utterly reliable and slightly boring in the best possible way. Used examples from 2018 onwards are genuinely solid picks for urban commuters. The 125cc engine pulls smoothly up to motorway speeds if you're brave enough, though you'll be wringing its neck above 60mph. The underseat storage swallows a full-face helmet, which remains a genuine competitive advantage over most rivals. Buy one with a full service history and check the CVT belt — Honda recommends replacement around 10,000 miles and previous owners frequently ignore this. Fork seals are another known weak point on higher-mileage bikes, so bring a torch and check carefully. Brake discs warp prematurely if the previous owner liked dragging them at speed. At the right money, say £2,500-£3,500 for a clean 2019-2022 example, this is arguably the smartest used scooter purchase under £4,000. It won't excite you, but it absolutely won't let you down either.