Honda PCX

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Honda PCX
Honda PCX125 2011 Front.JPG
2011 Honda PCX125
Manufacturer Honda
Production2009 [1] –present
AssemblyThailand (2009-2013)
Atessa, Italy (2012-present)
Vietnam (2014-present)
Indonesia (2017-present)
PredecessorHonda PCX 150
SuccessorHonda PCX 160
Class Scooter
Engine Liquid-cooled, four-stroke, SOHC two valve, single [2]
Bore / stroke 52.4 mm × 57.9 mm (2.06 in × 2.28 in) (125cc) [3]
58 mm × 57.9 mm (2.28 in × 2.28 in) (150cc) [4]
Top speed118 km/h (73 mph) (2018 model) [5]
Power (PCX125) 8.6 kW (11.7 hp) @ 8,500 rpm; [6]
(PCX150) 10 kW (13.5 hp) @ 8,500 rpm [7]
Transmission Honda V-Matic belt-converter automatic transmission
Suspension Dual Shock Absorber
Brakes Front: Single 220 mm disc with a three-piston caliper & CBS
Rear: drum with CBS (international); single disc with single-piston caliper (Indonesia, 2018 model)
Tires Front: 90/90-14
Rear: 100/90-14
Wheelbase (PCX125) 1,305 mm (51.4 in)
(PCX150) 1,315 mm (51.8 in)
DimensionsL: 1,915 mm (75.4 in)
W: 740 mm (29 in)
H: 1,090 mm (43 in)
Weight(PCX125) 126 kg (278 lb) [8]  (dry)
Fuel capacity8 L (1.8 imp gal; 2.1 US gal)
Fuel consumption(PCX125) 2.5 L / 100 km (mixed city, highway, expressway) [9]
RelatedHonda Vario 125/Click 125i
Honda Vario 150/Click 150i
Honda SH125i/SH150i

The Honda PCX is a scooter made by the Japanese manufacturer Honda, it was first introduced for sale in November 2009. Production began in September 2009 at A.P. Honda Co., Ltd. in Bangkok, Thailand.

Contents

2010-2012 (JF28/KF12)

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2010 Honda PCX125

In early 2010, the Honda PCX 125 was launched in the UK and US, while the PCX 150 was launched in the rest of Europe and Japan. [10]

2012 eSP Update (JF47/KF15)

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2012 Honda PCX 150

For 2012, the PCX 150 was launched in Australia. [11] The US skipped the 2012 PCX 125 as they made a switch for the PCX 150 model which arrived in the summer of 2012, these were later sold in 2013 for both Canadian and US markets. This model became known as the PCX 125/150 eSP as the label was displayed on the airbox.

The 2012 update featured a redesigned engine to decrease friction; increasing efficiency, and the displacement (which was increased to 152.9 cc (9.33 cu in)). [12] The new engine is based on Honda's eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) design. [13] Honda continues to produce the 125 cc (7.6 cu in) version (with eSP) for export to select markets, [14] [15] such as Europe, where local licence requirements favour this engine displacement.

2014-2018 (JF57/JF64/KF19)

2014 Honda PCX 125 2014 Honda PCX125.jpg
2014 Honda PCX 125

Also known as PCX 125/150 LED. This generation of PCX received a major facelift in 2014. Including new LED headlights, redesigned body, and a few other tweaks. [16]

2018-2020 (JF81/JF83)

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2019 Honda PCX 150 without ABS

Also known as PCX 125 Digital, Honda unveiled two new versions of the PCX at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, a hybrid and an electric version. The new version of Honda PCX is expected to launch to the public in 2018. This new generation PCX featured a new tubular steel frame, ABS (Anti-Locking Braking System) [17]

2018- present Hybrid (JF84)

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2019 Honda PCX 150 Hybrid

In April 2018 Honda launched the PCX Hybrid series for both the 125 and 150 cc models which features a 48-volt lithium-ion battery. The model comes with two motor assist modes, D for comfort riding and S with a more power for a sporty ride. The instrument panel displays the motor assist mode, the lithium battery charge status and the remaining charge. [18]

Performance

Some performance tests listed here were conducted by GridOto from Indonesia in March 2018. [5]

ParameterTime
0–60 km/h (37 mph)5.2 s
0–80 km/h (50 mph)9.4 s
0–100 km/h (62 mph)17.2 s
0–100 m (330 ft)7.8 s @ 73.9 km/h (45.9 mph)
0–201 m (18 mi)12.3 s @ 88.9 km/h (55.2 mph)
0–402 m (14 mi)19.7 s @ 103.9 km/h (64.6 mph)
Top speed (on speedometer)118 km/h (73 mph)
Top speed (Racelogic)111.2 km/h (69.1 mph)

Electric (EF01)

Leases of the PCX Electric began in Japan on November 30, 2018, with lease availability limited to corporations. [19] The PCX Electric has an interior permanent magnet traction motor with peak and continuous rated outputs of 4.2 and 0.98 kW (5.63 and 1.31 hp), respectively, drawing from two removable Honda Mobile Power Pack batteries connected in series; each battery provides 50.4 V and 20.8 A-hr, giving the scooter a range of 42 km (26 mi). [19] Honda launched a personal lease trial for the PCX Electric in Romblon in 2019. [20]

2021-present (JK05)

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2021 Honda PCX 125

Also known as PCX 125/160 ESP+. This generation of PCX received a new facelift. This includes a redesigned duplex steel "cradle" frame, additional storage space under the seat (30.4L), traction control (Honda Selectable Torque Control), and a Smart Key (keyless) ignition system, some models may still retain an old key start. [21]

Technology

The global version of the Honda PCX is equipped with an idling stop system, which automatically shuts off the engine after a few seconds of idle. [22] This feature is not included on the US/Canada model due to safety concerns, having a kill switch and a parking brake instead. [23] To prevent excessive wear on a separate starter motor, the Honda PCX uses its alternator by supplying power to the stator (see Brushless DC electric motor). As a result, engine start is completely muted. This same technology was released in the new 2018 Honda Goldwing. [24]

Other Honda 125/150 scooters with eSP share a common engine with the Honda PCX. [25]

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