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Honda
PCX 125

Name: Honda PCX 125
Brand: Honda
SKU: CBTBIKE-HONDA-PCX-125
Price: 3499 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)

London's number-one delivery weapon.

Power

12.3 bhp

Weight

130kg

Top Speed

65 mph

From New

£3,499

Profile silhouette

14" front · seat 764 mm

Colour palette

Pearl Jasmine White
Poseidon Black Metallic
Pearl Cool White

Range & economy

Tank8.1 litres

Economy133 mpg

Realistic range~237 mi

Annual fuel @ 4,000 mi: ~£198

The PCX is the most popular scooter in the UK. Twist-and-go, idle-stop technology, smart-key ignition, and underseat storage that swallows a full-face helmet. If you see a delivery rider in central London, statistically they're on this.

Who it's for

Riders who don't care about gears. Couriers. Commuters who park in tight London streets.

Pros

Twist-and-go simplicity
Idle-stop saves fuel in traffic
30L underseat storage
Smart-key ignition

Cons

Twist-and-go means no manual licence step-up benefits
Wheel size limits pothole comfort
Resale tracks demand — best to buy used

Suitability

commuter

9/10

sport

4/10

comfort

8/10

value

7/10

style

6/10

Full Specifications

Engine: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve, liquid-cooled, eSP+
Displacement: 124cc
Power: 12.3 bhp @ 8,750 rpm
Torque: 8.6 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm
Top speed: 65 mph
Fuel economy: 133 mpg
Fuel capacity: 8.1 litres
Weight: 130 kg (wet)
Seat height: 764 mm
Transmission: CVT automatic
ABS: Front-only ABS

Brakes: Front: 220mm disc. Rear: 220mm disc.
Suspension: Front: telescopic. Rear: twin shocks.
Wheels & tyres: 14" front, 13" rear
Service interval: 6,000 miles / 12 months
Warranty: 2 years unlimited mileage
Insurance group: Group 9
Available colours: Pearl Jasmine White, Poseidon Black Metallic, Pearl Cool White
Price new: £3,499
Price used: £2,200 – £2,900
CBT legal?: Yes
Keepable post-licence?: No — learners only

True cost of owning a PCX 125

Estimates for a 25-year-old with one year of CBT licence holding, riding 4,000 miles a year in Zone 2 London. Adjust for your own circumstances.

insurance

£465 / year (third-party fire & theft, 25 yr old, London)

tax

£25 / year (motorcycles ≤150cc)

mot

£29.65 / year (compulsory from year 3)

fuel

~£198 / year at 4,000 mi (£1.45/L)

service

~£165 / minor service

Day-one essentials

ECE 22.06 full-face helmet

£120 – £400

CE Level 2 armoured jacket

£150 – £350

Disc lock + reminder cable

£35 – £75

Sold Secure Gold chain + ground anchor

£90 – £180

47L top-box + mounting kit

£75 – £160

All-weather cover + bike socks

£30 – £80

Best for

Delivery and courier work
Urban commuting
Riders who want auto only

Insider trivia

— The PCX has been Europe's best-selling scooter since 2010.
— First mass-market scooter with idle-stop tech.
— Officially recommended by major UK courier platforms.

Owner FAQs

Can I ride the PCX 125 on a CBT?: Yes — the Honda PCX 125 is fully CBT-legal in the UK. With L-plates and a valid DL196 you can ride it for two years before progressing to A1, A2, or full A.
What licence do I need to take L-plates off the PCX 125?: You need an A1 (17+), A2 (19+) or full A (24+) licence and Module 1 / 2 pass — this 125 itself is restricted to learners.
Is the PCX 125 reliable?: Honda has a 2 years unlimited mileage warranty on the PCX 125. The PCX has been Europe's best-selling scooter since 2010.
What is the real-world range?: Claimed economy is 133 mpg and the tank is 8.1 litres, giving a theoretical range of 237 miles. Real-world budget around 80% of that.
What insurance group is the PCX 125?: Group 9. As a rough guide, a 25-year-old in zone 2 London with no claims pays around £465 per year third-party fire & theft.
Is the PCX 125 good for delivery / courier work?: Yes — twist-and-go, low running costs and underseat storage make it a strong courier pick. Add a top-box and a £20/yr commercial-use endorsement.