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Full review by
crazy biker
on 18th Jun 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0

Good Points: Everything is good. Very comfortable, reliable, holds corners very well , great on petrol and no problems with speed when going up hills solo or with pillion.

Bad Points: No bad points as yet.

General comments: I too have ha a few 125s the Vara being my 11th. My previous bike was a Honda CBR125R and I was looking to buy something a little bigger originally a Honda CBF250 but couldn't find a new one to buy. I heard about the Honda XL125V, read a few reviews and I liked wat I saw. I was told by one dealer that the Vara would be too big for me ( he didn't have one in stock for me to try it out) so I went to another for a 2nd opinion. Yes, the bike is big, bigger than I'm used to being 5' 4" but I got on it and could comfortably touch the ground with my toes and push myself back. The dealer said if I can do that then it's okay for me to ride it and that's when I decided I must have this bike and purchased it, best thing I've done in a long time - love riding it. Also, since riding the Vara, I've gained a lot of respect from other drivers/riders on the road - they don't tend to pull out in front of you forcing you to emergency break or swerve. Well done Honda ! Maybe you'll bring out an XL250V model in the future.
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Review by
vilaysia
on 3rd Jun 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
I have just had the Honda Varadero XL125V bike for two days cant believe how good it handles ,Well balanced bike instant response
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Review by
Guest.
on 1st Jun 2009

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I got the Honda XL Varadero v9 2009... really pleased with it.. got the looks & feel of a bigger bike...
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Review by
Guest.
on 6th Apr 2009

User Rating : 2
Respect : -1
The Honda Varadero XL125 is a good first bike i suppose, will get you ready for bigger bikes because its heavy for a 125. bikes are supposed to have a thrill factor and sadly it is non existant in this bike and forget about overtaking! id say save a little bit more and get a 250
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Review by
paulgar
on 24th Mar 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
as a new biker training for Enduro India and no longer in the flush of yoof the Honda Varadero is a dream. It even has other bikers nodding at me on the road until they see the L plates and all think the bike is much bigger than the billed 125. I am 15 stone and it still sees 70mph on the flat, its tall frame and solid presence means that drivers have no problem in seeing me. I also wanted practice in handling and manhandling a heavier bike in preparation for the trip. Comfortable, good prese ...
paulgar's full review | 164 words | 1 comment added.
Review by
ashlosecontrol
on 22nd Mar 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
I have owned a black Honda Varadero XL125V since 06/08, and have covered just over a 1000 miles. I dont use it for commuting, but mostly on my days off to enjoy. I have used it in all weathers as i believe most people who say they have used bike for dry use only are always telling a few white lies. Everyone gets caught in the rain at some point. Bikes like these are made to use in all weathers!It handles both really well in rain and sunshine. You do feel the presence on the road is great as ...
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Review by
mroriginal5036
on 17th Mar 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
I bought a Honda Varadero XL125V on a 56 plate 4 months ago. It's my first and only bike to date so apologies for not having much to compare it against, but I've been really pleased with it so far. It's acceleration and top speed are nothing to shout home about, but hey, it's a 125! I can't imagine it's any worse than it's competitors. On A roads it can cruise easily at 70mph, topping out around 75mph (although I've got an indicated 80mph a couple of times - probably wind-assisted!). It's j ...
mroriginal5036's full review | 202 words
Review by
Guest.
on 25th Feb 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
i am a big guy and this Honda Varadeno is the first bike i have owned that fits and suits my needs. good fuel range and waring light when low...nice touch. a big bike with a big presence and a joy to ride. well done honda.
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Review by
rkb400ls
on 5th Feb 2009

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
The Honda Varadero XL125V is a good overall tourer bike really suitable for myself over 6 ft , built quality is excellent and easy to ride , built up to speed very slow but stands out at lights due to its full height and stance. Excellent bike for learner prior to moving to bigger bikes.
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Review by
Guest.
on 28th Jan 2009

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I have been riding my Varadero for about 8 months now and I am about to take my DAS. I really love this bike as it really is a joy to drive. It is not the fastest off the marks at the traffic light as the bike is quite heavy. I commute into central London on the A4 and the bike easily get's up to 60-65. You can do 70, but it will take you some time to get up to that speed. Fuel economy is great as the reserve warning light comes on after about 225 miles and then be prepared to fill her up with 1 ...
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Review by
Guest.
on 22nd Jan 2009

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
The Honda Varadero XL125V has a strong Engine! Able to carry bags and do long millage. Great for experience and novice rider as well. This bike done 10 miles with me on the first year on the road. I been doing about 1000 miles a month and I had no Engine problem at all. When I sold it as i broken my leg not related to the bike. I was sad but the Engine is Strong and Very Reliable. I even gone from London to Cornwall in one day. Taken me about 7 hours on the A roads and gotten there before the ...
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Review by
Guest.
on 20th Jan 2009

User Rating : 9
Respect : 0
My Honda Varadero is the 125 version and it is superb, it cruises at 50 which is just perfect to commute to work and back.
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Review by
garfie600
on 13th Dec 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I bought an xl125 as my 1st bike, after my 2 years i progressed to a CBR600... in all honesty i save the cbr for the weekends and use the vara for commuting.... Briliant bike all round. Looks and feels like a big bike but is surprisingly light. Good range and sounds excelent with it's v-twin rumble. Loads of accesories and a belly pan finishes it off.
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Review by
bigkev62
on 24th Nov 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I bought my Honda Varadero 125 about 4 weeks ago from new as I was moving from Cleveland to London. I new nothing about this bike, so I asked the dealer for a bike to fit my size as I am 6ft 4in. He pointed me in the direction of this big bike that I thought was a 500cc, I could not believe it was only a 125 so that was my bike then. As I was moving to Kent and work 40 miles away at Stansted I thought it would be ideal, only problem was I can ' t use motorways, it took me 8hrs of riding from Cle ...
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Review by
Guest.
on 20th Nov 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I have had the varadero for one month now took a couple of weeks to get used to the weight of it but now am loving it have done 600 hundred miles and have put 40 pounds in the tank fabulous this bike is fantastic.
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Review by
Guest.
on 13th Sep 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I bought my Honda Varadero 125 brand new in June, is black, and I love it, had a 100cc scooter a few years ago, but now this is so much better, is comfy to ride, has an excellent upright position, and is great in city traffic! Can't go wrong with this bike, is worth the big price.
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Review by
caspershockey
on 9th Aug 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
This is the best 125 bike anyone can have and is a fantastic bike to learn how to ride on. It really gives you the feel of a bigger bike whilst restricting you to a low speed.
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Review by
danielvaradero
on 22nd Jul 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
I've just come off my 50cc scooter and the Honda Varadero feels like riding heaven. First of all the comfort is outstanding with even pot holes being hard to feel, its brakes are awesome, massive tank feels like it never runs out, it purrs like a cat and goes like a cheetah, I love its feel it feels well planted in the road and not skittish like my moped, I got it at a bargain price of 1k with 12 months tax and test and have saved up for this bike ever since I heard about it and its worth its we ...
danielvaradero's full review | 133 words | 1 comment added.
Review by
scottmc
on 2nd Jul 2008

User Rating : 9
Respect : +1
I bought this bike 3 months ago, she was 11 months old when purchased. It takes a bit of getting used to but I have now done over 2000 miles and she just gets better as my confidence grows. I am only 5ft 6" and I thought I might have had a problem getting my feet down but I am still upright with no problems. I have been caught in very blustery wind and rain and only for the bikes weight I might have had problems staying up, although it definetly catches the wind. I am only getting back into biki ...
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Review by
Guest.
on 21st Jun 2008

User Rating : 10
Respect : 0
Dont care what everyoe else says the Honda Varadero is the best 125 on the market.... If you need a good all round bike the varadero is the one for you.
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