Description
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When Honda first introduced the Grom 125 (MSX125 for those of you outside of the U.S.) back in 2014, the little bike made quite the splash. Some eagerly welcomed it, excited that the historically-practical moto manufacturer was finally ready to have some fun. Others scratched their heads, bewildered as to why Honda would cater to such a seemingly ‘peculiar’ niche.
Even in spite of its initial controversy, the Grom has firmly established itself within the motorcycle community. Between the compact size, the high-revving 125cc engine, and the flickable geometry, it’s a bike that has commanded quite the cult following.
Road & Track put it perfectly in their initial review: “The Grom is tiny, gutless, slow, and perfect. It’s the kind of motorcycle that probably made you enjoy riding in the first place… Invariably, it’ll make you enjoy riding again.” As with other small Hondas (like the Ruckus), one of the hallmarks of the Grom lies in its customization potential. So, while the platform is pretty humble out of the box, there’s a thriving aftermarket chock full of performance parts.
2021 saw the addition of a fifth gear, new styling and an HRC-spec race only version like this one here. Traditional safety standards such as ABS, lights, and horn were removed and replaced with a race harness and ECU, HRC body panels and belly pan, track tires, and an up-swept race exhaust. These race-tuned 225 pounders were intended for use in the HRC Grom Cup in Japan or the MotoAmerica Mini Cup in the States.
This example is VIN: MLHJC92S3P5100375. The seller imported the bike from Japan with plans to race in the MotoAmerica Mini Cup Street GP class but his plans have changed and he has reluctantly decided to sell.
The odometer shows 586 kilometers (364 miles).
Maintenance:
The seller states that he has upgraded the bike with a high compression piston ($115), a billet clutch plate and springs ($48), head, throttle body, and manifold porting ($250), a cam ($170), as well as a new spark plug ($8) and intake ($135). He adds that it “will make more HP & Torque at sea level ~16hp. Has mapping switch on left handlebar for sea level and pit lane limiter.”
He has attached the below Dyno sheet for reference:
Modifications:
Not pictured: High compression piston, billet clutch plate and springs, ported head, ported throttle body, ported manifold, cam, and intake.
Battle rear sets.
Number decals.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax slicks.
The sale includes front and rear stands.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
Per the seller, there there are no blemishes of note.
Currently located in Erie, Colorado, this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Grom stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
