Honda CB125E vs AJS Cadwell 125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CB125Estacks up against the AJS Cadwell 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CB125EAJS Cadwell 125
Model year20232023
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower10 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight113 kg
Seat height30 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. .Double disc. Combined braking system
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires80/100-18 / 90/90-18 110/70-17 / 130/70-17

Honda CB125E vs AJS Cadwell 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CB125E and the AJS Cadwell 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CB125E brings its published horsepower, while the AJS Cadwell 125 counters with 10 hp at 113 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: