Honda Dax ST125

The Dax ST125

Authentic, robust and offering simple riding pleasure, Honda’s Dax features a pressed steel frame, 31mm USD forks, 12-inch wheels and air-cooled SOHC two-valve engine with four-speed gearbox and centrifugal clutch. Full LED lighting, compact negative LCD display and pillion grab rail complete the full specification list, and the intangible and timeless appeal of the unmistakeable Dax styling is something no spec sheet can encapsulate. For 25YM it gained EURO5+ compliance, whilst for 26YM a new funky paint line up looks set to carry on raising smiles across Europe. 

Honda’s pocketful of mini motorcycles strike a chord with young and old riders alike. The re-imagined Monkey 125 tugs at heart strings that remember the golden 1970s while providing thoroughly modern, compact and funky urban transport for riders of any age. The MSX125 Grom serves up left-field, customisable style for ‘Generation Y’ but also as perfect paddock transport in the worlds of car and bike racing.

In 23YM a new bike joined the fold. The ST125 Dax fully owned the genuine authenticity of the 1969 original* but brought thoroughly 21st century performance from chassis, engine and ergonomics. The most recent version of the Dax was produced from 1995 to 2003 for the Japanese market; the more recent European success of its siblings hastened its return, and its mischievous charm and easy-going riding proposition bless the ST125 Dax with an extra layer of desirability.

Of course, nostalgia plays a part in the Dax’s appeal to riders now in middle age – riders who may have owned one in their youth and are pleased to see it again. Equally, ‘retro’ is important to younger owners; that’s real retro, not faux. A certain style sets some machines apart and the Dax has just that in abundance thanks to the form of its iconic T-shaped frame. Which is also how the bike got its name: extending from under the seat to the handlebars, and sitting atop the small 12-inch wheels, the look is reminiscent of the universally adored Dachshund, or Sausage Dog, to give it its everyday English name…

For 25YM, the Dax gained EURO5+ compliance to futureproof the icon, which rolls in to 26YM basically unchanged other than a revised new paint line up. This small bike carries on as before, which means it’s unique, easy, usable and great fun. Just as it has always been.

As it should, the Dax keeps it simple. A steel frame provides strength and houses the fuel tank while 31mm USD forks, twin rear shocks and 12-inch wheels with chunky tyres provide light steering and good suspension performance. Braking is via hydraulic discs front and rear with ABS control.

Robust and fuel efficient, the 124cc SOHC two-valve engine’s power is linear in delivery with smooth torque. A centrifugal clutch manages shifting between the four ratios so there’s no need for a handlebar-mounted clutch lever. It offers twist-and-go simplicity with the added entertainment of changes via a traditional left-foot gear lever. EURO5+ compliance was achieved for 25YM.

All lighting is LED and a circular LCD display shows exactly what the rider needs to know. The pillion gets a chromed grab rail, too. Accessories available include a clock and gear indicator display, rear carrier, side bag support, immobiliser alarm, USB socket and heated grips.

The 26YM Dax will be available in the following colour options:

• **NEW** Pearl Horizon White
• **NEW** Candy Energy Orange
• Pearl Shining Black

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