Honda RS125

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Honda RS125RW / Honda RS 125
Manufacturer Honda Racing Corporation
Parent company Honda Motor Company Limited
Production1980-present
PredecessorMT125R, R2
SuccessorHonda RS125
Engine 125 cc two-stroke single cylinder (4-stroke fuel-injected engine since 2023) (RS125)
Transmission 4-speed manual

The RS125 is a race motorcycle built by the Honda Racing Corporation for the Grand Prix motorcycle racing's 125 cc class. The motorcycle debuted in the 1980 season.

World Champions with the Honda RS125

The following riders won the World Championship on a Honda RS125:

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References

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    1. Norm Sheppard, 1983 Canadian Motorcycle Association Expert 125GP National Champion and former 1980 RS125RW (NA7) owner/rider.