Honda Varadero XL125V Review

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Honda Varadero XL125V
4.6 stars
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Yorkie2's Review of Honda Varadero XL125V

11th Aug 2005

Overall Rating

3.5 stars
  • Value for money
    4 stars
  • Length of ownership
    9 months
  • Reliability
    5 stars
  • Year Manufactured
    2002
  • Build quality
    4.5 stars
Good Points

Looks good. Build quality good. Fuel economy good (70+mpg). Reliable (so far - 52 plate, 11000 miles). Engine seems indestructible (but needs to be).


Bad Points

Engine vibration. Poor top speed. Road holding questionable (but it may be me).


General Comments

Bought the bike for its size and looks, against which it comes up to scratch. Other reviews have said how smooth the engine is. Must be something wrong with mine then, as there's an uncomfortable vibration between 5-6000 rpm in top gear. I'm about 12 stone, so weight not a problem(?), but realistic top speed into the wind is about 55mph, without having to thrash it. Seems a noisy drive train at most speeds - am I being picky? It's a long time since I've ridden another bike, so have no basis for comparison.
I'm dying for the rear tyre to get to the legal limit, so I can replace it with something less clod-hopping, when I'm sure my cornering confidence will increase.

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