It's no secret that I am a huge fan of 125cc two-strokes. In my opinion they are easily the most fun to ride. They're super light so they're easy to throw around and when tuned right, bring a lot of joy to not only the rider, but everyone who can hear them. I still believe that my last YZ125X project was one of the best handling bikes I have ever ridden and I have ridden just about every bike possible, whether standard or factory.
When I was offered to ride a tricked-out, fully-restored 1995 Honda CR125R, I couldn't say yes fast enough. I asked ADB Ed Mitch Lees a few times, “Are you sure old-mate is happy for me to ride his prized possession?”
I was met with the same response, “Yep, he's keen as!” That's good enough for me!
I've had some experience with the 1993-1995 Honda 250cc two-strokes and there's something about that steel frame era that just works so damn well so I was
