Honda MONKEY Review, It's so much FUN! This Mini Bike Could solve the Fuel Crisis!
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- čas přidán 20. 03. 2022
- The new 2022 Honda Monkey 125 is one of the most fun bikes we have ever ridden and in such a small package that still packs a punch. Could this bike be the solution to our pollution problems and the extremely expensive fuel crisis at the moment! The mpg is out of this world, i talk about how the bike handles how good the suspension is with its rather good looking upside down forks. What the brakes are like and how great that little 125cc engine is.
This motorcycle would be fantastic around the city and is also just as at home in the country lanes. It’s just so much fun!
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After doing my CBT and buying a Honda CB125F instead of a Monkey a year ago. I sold it and have just picked up a brand new Monkey. I love it! Also, I am 6’4” and it is remarkably comfy.
Anyone umming or arrring, do it, trust me!
I have the exact same bike, I gave up on big bikes and I'm not regretting it at all. So much fun!!
That’s awesome!
What a beauty, wish UK didn't make it such a long process to get a license which is a put off. In Spain, up to 125cc I rode for 4-years with just a car license without any L-Plates legally.
“Me Julie” most people nowadays wouldn’t get that reference but it definitely made me chuckle
Reminds me of my Honda 50 when I was a boy. Wow. How time flies. I want one of these!
I know! So cool 😎
Me too. Had the C50 back in 1981, put that bike through hell and back in Wiltshire. Great memories.
Honda are going to clean up in the retro 125cc market, with the Monkey, the Super Cub, the Grom and now the Dax. Classic designs, Honda quality and cheap as chips to own and run. The Monkey looks top fun, and I was considering one as a second bike, but now they've announced the Dax I think that will be one I'll go for. Great review!
Absolutely agree, I can’t wait to try out the dax! Really love the looks of it.
Don’t forget the Honda CT125 Hunter cub. Another excellent bike. VIVA THE MONKEY REVOLUTION. CheersDean aka MonkeyDixAdventures
@@monkeydixadventures I hadn't seen that before. I hope they bring that to the UK.
There aren't any plans to bring the Honda CT125 Hunter cub to the Uk. A mate of mine has had one imported from Thailand by a firm calked Seven Seas, but they are pricey at 4.5K. Cheers Dean
I still have my 2019 Monkey purchased new and currently on 8000 miles and have enjoyed every minute spent on it.
Being a bit of a nerd I have recorded every fill up and am still averaging 168 mpg which is crazy.
Awesome!
is the new 5 speed model less fuel efficient?
@@Shyzenth I'm getting around 120-130mpg from my 22 Monkey.
I got mine in November when the 2022 models hit Denmark. I absolutely love this bike, for all of the same reasons that you are listing. Love the sound of the engine, too bad the laws for exhaust noise have been tightened in Denmark so I think I'll keep it stock.
Even though I'm pretty tall at 6'4" the size is fine, it's actually taller than my Honda rebel.
It's so much fun to ride and I get a lot of compliments when I am out on it. The acceleration is pretty good from 0 and the handling is absolutely amazing. Great for city riding.
Great comments, good to hear that you don’t have any problems with your height. It’s surprising how comfortable the monkey is! Great bike 😁
Welcome to the MONKEY REVOLUTION brother. Cheers Dean aka MonkeyDixAdventures 🏴✊🏻🐵
Hi, I am thinking to buy one myself. Can you please tell me what’s the top speed of yours? Honda says it’s 91 km/h but people on CZcams say that the 2018 model is already slightly over 100 km/h
@@guitarpicker1988 What the speedometer says and what reality is, is not the same. I've had it up to 107 km/h on the speedometer, but that was downhill and according to the GPS is was around 100 km/h. I'd say that your weight is a major factor. I'm about 210 lbs for reference. Steep up-hill I can maybe get 70 km/h.
@@Foodgeek Okay, thank you very much! 👍
If motorcycling is all about fun (and it is), the Monkey is one of the best bikes on the market. I want one.👍👍
Absolutely, you don’t need all the power in the world to have fun. I want one too!
Seeing you on this reminded me of a guy, long since deceased, who used to own an original Monkey. He was a nice chap but a bit of a story spinner. Years after doing his National Service during the Korean War in the 1950's, one evening he announced to the lads in the pub bar, just around the corner from my house that he'd shot and killed a Chinese soldier with his army issue Lee Enfield 303 rifle, and as the man fell he uttered the words, ' Aaagh, you Welsh bastard ' ! Anyway, he used the bike for work, erecting targets on Cefn Sidan beach, Pembrey, for RAF fighter plane training. Ideal for rough ground and tellers of tall tales !
Great story mate!
It sounds much louder than my 2020 Monkey. Wonderful little bike. A great commuter.
I bought a new 2021 Monkey in February of last year, based largely upon your and your father's previous video review. I love that little thing! It and my '21 Street Bob are my only bikes, and I've put 900 miles on my Monkey, mostly riding through my neighborhoods since it's not capable of highway speeds. I'll never sell the Monkey; instead, it'll go to my sons when it's time for them to learn to ride. Thanks for your great video!
That’s a fantastic idea, glad you feel the same way about the monkey as I do!
I have the 2021. Wonderful. I knew I would need it before the gas prices started to go up!
I also have a Monkey and a BIG Harley. I prefer to ride the Monkey. Easy to jump on. Nimble, engine does not cook me in the summertime. Just a fun bike all around. I wish they could up the top speed to 70+mph.
Great fun scoot!.. my intro to two wheels was an original Honda Z50 minibike. I rode the wheels off it in my youth, now as an adult I wouldn't mind rocking the Monkey 125!!😁👍
Thanks for the quad lock promo too!
That’s awesome! They are great fun!
It reminds me of my first motorcycle when I was 8 years old (1973)...Honda Mini-Trail 50. 3 speed clutchless.
That’s awesome, they are so cool!
I had z50 in 70’ties. Now I got new 2022 monkey. Like it more and more.
I'm 6'1 as well and was happy to see you don't look daft sat on it 🙂❤️ I may well book a test ride
Get one Carl. You wouldn’t regret it. Cheers Dean aka MonkeyDixAdventures
We loved your review Mr Darcy & the Ol' Man! Happily, we have just put an order in for a 2022 Monkey in Banana Yellow and now I can't wait to get it!
Thanks Lucy! Excellent 👍🏼👍🏼
Very nice reviews, you put a lot of work in them, and it really pays off !!! Keep up the good work !
Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼
I got a 22 black monkey. Love it. Cool little retro bike that looks like the 1977 chrome fendered honda z50 my buddy had when we were kids. I'm about 210 lbs, and it pulls me no problem around town at 45 mph at half throttle on flat ground. Plus, it has off-road capabilities as well all while sipping fuel at a leisurely rate. Financed mine for $80/mo. lol . My cable tv bill was $223/mo before i got rid of them. Perfect bike for people who live in boston, new york, la, etc.
I just got the 2022 Grom. Probably would have got the Monkey if they had one. The way gas prices are going it pay for itself by the end of the year.
Excellent! Yes absolutely
Got my 2019 monkey last month. Doing a 663 mile run this week. Did oil, valve adjustment ,and spinner clean out was not hard just time consuming had 2 ruckuses before the monkey. A great upgrade. I ran highways and if you don’t mind arse holes running up around you ultra close… metal bearings work wonders when they loose plastic on there break lights… I recommend the monkey, needs a good rack. Wearing a big backpack makes your butt sore. But without weight on your shoulders it’s great for long trips. Cheap as shirt on fuel.
Im looking to do my CBT and get a bike next year im thinking, think this will deffinetly be my first bike.
Good video. Cute little Honda! Beautiful countryside! Thanks from Michigan,USA.
Thank you! 😊
Muy buena reseña Mr. Darcy! Y muchas gracias por los subtitulos en español 🙏 saludos desde México ✌️
It’s a great bike.
Got one recently and I’m very happy.
Awesome enjoy! They are great
A lovely, informative and concise review. I just wish I lived in a rural area where I would feel safe to ride. I'm old now and I miss riding. The Monkey would be my choice to ride.
managed to try one of the honda monkeys last week as my friend rides one, Thanks for your channel btw, now 18 and scheduled for my A1 mod1 &mod2, currently ride a keeway k light and its what ive always wanted, no need for big bikes for me for a couple of years :)
Fair enough buddy, as long as you’re enjoying yourself and having fun that’s all that matters!
Great review. Brings back childhood memories of my SL70.
Thanks very much 👍🏼👍🏼
Love this little bike. I had a bike like this in the late 60s when it was called the Mini Trail, and I would love to have one of these.
‘Me Julie’ haha! Great review 👍
Haha thank you 😊
Great to see another Monkey review! I love commuting at 180MPG+ 😁
Absolutely brilliant! I want one now
I love commuting at 180MPH+😁
Wait until the new dax 125 comes out, even the big fella will fit on it.
. that's the o'shit running late get the blackbird out😂
Wife had original which was 70cc engine from the crunchie rode It often great fun it had fold down handle bars and the tank could be sealed so you could pick it up and put it in the car this new one although modern still looks a lot of fun
Great review guys as always.....a suggestion is to maybe add the maintenance costs to give a more holistic picture on all reviews if ye can. Love the vids 👍
Thanks buddy, maybe something we can look into 👍🏻
Another great review. As a larger rider I really appreciate the way you chaps always speak to the fit and comfort of bikes for different height riders etc. A more general idea though: I was wondering whether you might consider reviewing older bikes as well? You do such a good job it would be good to get down-to-earth opinions on historic bikes too.
Thanks buddy. It’s a great idea but really hard to implement
@@MrDarcy-OlMan right, sourcing the bikes for starters.
Yes exactly. And insurance!
Part ex my BMW Rt1200 for monkey!Did 300 miles in one day,was better than the Rt!More comfortable,&I got to see the scenery!&did it on pennies!It also makes the uk feel bigger!
Bought one in lockdown.. had it 6 months loved it.. sold it for same price - winner!
Brilliant, win win there
I am going to finish the video....but I needed to stop and say that intro was so funny. Love it.
Thank you ahaha
Love to see the Ol’Man out on this one although may struggle to fit him lol. Another great review thanks Darcy
Thanks buddy, check out our 2020 review to see the Ol’Man on it czcams.com/video/qZOAoW-Yns0/video.html
I've wanted one of these little bikes from the moment I first saw it. I didn't realize that it got 160 MPG. Now I want one even more.
Yea they are awesome 💯
Love my Monkey. Hardly go near my other bikes now. Best fun on 2 wheels 👌
It is great fun, what are your other bikes?
@@MrDarcy-OlMan MT09 and MT125. Usually stick to the 125s as far more practical in the countryside where I live
@@brucegroom1929 makes sense!
Ride My 2022 Banana Yellow Monkey more than My 2021 Indian Scout Bobber 🤩👍
I bought mine in September as my first bike! It’s brilliant!
Awesome! They are great fun
Ooh, look forward to watching this in a bit
Hope you enjoy 👍🏻
Good review that mate, enjoyed it.
Thank you!
I follow (monkey dix adventures).
He says the same thing!
He's owned big bikes and fast bikes but when you consider the fuel saving and no effort to get that contraption out the house its far more convenient.
Got my 2022 Monkey at the end of 2021 and only just about ready to ride here in 🇨🇦. Had 600KM before storing it for winter. Can’t wait to get back out on it.
Got a 2021 CRF1100 AS ES DCT last week…so it’s going to be a great 2022 riding season!!
For the Monkey…got a package in the mail yesterday for it…a new T-Rex Racing rear rack with integrated locked tool box….hoping to install it this weekend!
Wow awesome 👍🏼👍🏼
That 30s intro was awesome! 😆.
Rest of the video as well! 👍🏽
Thank you 😁
I absolutely love the monkey. Mine is a red 2021 model with 5 speed. Such a fun little thing to scoot around on. Absolutely gem. Good review 👍
Thanks buddy, completely agree!
VIVA THE MONKEY REVOLUTION. Cheers Dean aka MonkeyDixAdventures
@Kenstar Oz
2021 has a 4-speed. 5-speed didn’t come along until 2022. (Edit: just saying.)
Lucky your Julie was there to help out with the tech stuff!
I love my ‘21 Monkey but glad to see they’ve upgraded the rear shocks now as that was an expensive upgrade on mine. Not sure it needed a 5th gear though?
Yes indeed, the shocks were great. Doesn’t really need a 5th gear. It’s more for cruising at 50-60mph so the engine is at lower rpms.
i keep thinking of that scene from Dumb and Dumber
I had a 50cc monkey as a teenager, so much fun on that bike, good memories. I'm really tempted to buy one of these bigger monkeys as an adult :D And as a short man (5'4), it's like the motorcycle made for me haha.
Excellent 👍🏼👍🏼
Quadlock. Excellent product 👍 I would definitely recommend the vibration damper though. As you rightly point out, the camera lens in modern phones can be damaged by constant vibration. The lenses are fitted to a special movable chassis as part of the image stability system. It's this which gets wrecked by vibration.
Yes definitely 💯👍🏼
I hate myself for loving the look of this little bike! Great review!
Don’t hate yourself for it, it’s great looking!
I bought one a year ago, so far it run 370 miles and I spent less than $20 USD in petro. If you don’t have a Monkey you’re missing!
Good morning to you!
I am HONDA Cross Cub grandpa from Japan and sharing Cross Cub video.
Monkey is so nice motorcycle !!
So great job !
Have a nice day friend !
Thank you! Excellent 👍🏼
Great video, the opening killed me 😅✨
Thanks buddy haha
They say the best things come in small packages. Great video
Thanks buddy, yes it’s great
Nice review, now I want one.
Thanks buddy. They’re great!
Not sure why I want one but I want one 😊
Very beautiful Honda motorcycle review
Thank you!
Very cool, and well done 👍🏻
Thanks bud
Cool litle bike! Good video!
Thanks buddy!
Love this review.
Thanks buddy 👍🏼
Looks like a true fun mini-bike.
It really is great fun!
Now if these cute little bikes makes its way to the Philippines then.
Bike Looks amazing
Great review ! I love this little machine. I hope the Dax will come quickly. At this time, thanks for your test.
How tall did you tell you are ?
Thank you, we’re hoping to review that as soon as possible. I am 6’1”
you can be over 2m and drive a monkey
I really like that honda put out so many small bikes the last few years. Probably we will see times that more people use bikes for daily commuting like in France or Italy instead of only fun riding like in my country.
Yes they’re the best for that.
I hope we see more commuter bikes. It makes sense 💯
I sat on one today it's not actually as small as I thought it would be
No surprisingly good riding position.
Cracking little bike 👍🏻
Sure is!
Canada - I have the Honda CBR125RR....6' tall and love the bike....I do need a little more time to get up to 60km/hr but once there...it's pretty good. 138mpg....can't complain. Honda's 125cc engine is bullet proof.
Excellent! 👌🏼👍🏼
Love the intro! 😂
Thanks 😁
Would be great if the government promoted motorbikes , I had a number of mates that used Honda 50s / 70s & 90s to comute to and from work every day in all weathers . they were great little bikes , remember one bloke had a Monkey bike but he said hed never sell it , he liked it that much , hindsight is a wonderful thing , if only 😀 👍
My son will be collecting his very very soon now. Ordered it last year. Just needs to complete his CBT . He'll have to squeeze it in next to my Tracer GT900 in the garage.
Good luck with the cbt 👍🏼
me julie looks well happy bruv !!!, nar wot i mean, wicked .
Take care on the road mate and stay safe, peace out ✌
Hahah, thanks bruvva. iiii
Absolutely beautiful, I will get one soon. As an engineer the only thing that leaves a bad taste is the direction of the cooling fins. They should be horizontal no like they are now. Other than that I love it.
sounds better than older versions is the exhaust better than 2 years ago or better mic
Saw a little honda grom parked at station looks a v interesting bike 125
Definitely, I’d like to try one out!
Lot of fun👍
Great fun 👍🏻
I love the monkey 🙊 what a great review Mr Darcy
Thanks, it’s great fun
I'm about to buy a small bike but I can't decide between a Super Cub and a Monkey. 😅
Great video, as always!
Thank you, personally I prefer the monkey 😁
For comfort (solo) , fun, and some limited off road,... the Monkey. For practicality (3 semi auto gearbox, luggage, second seat), maintenance (enclosed chain and center stand) and market value resell.., the Super Cub.
Need to see the “ol man”on this as I’m about the same proportions but it does look a great fun bike👍
Check out our original review from 2020 you can see him ride it. czcams.com/video/qZOAoW-Yns0/video.html
I wish they bring the ct 125 trail to Europe too. That thing is a great starter bike
I have one of these Monkey bikes its awesome! very customize-able! well actually I have two now! I also purchased the Honda Grom 2022 after seeing how much fun these bikes are to ride on and off road! Having ridden all sorts of small capacity Motorcycles right through to performance Superbikes over the years! I find you have the most fun on something like this! It is easily a great starter bike and a great second bike to own! or if your big cruiser is being a struggle as you get older to get in and out of the garage this is ideal!
Good points there, just shows how fun these things really are. I need to try the grom out.
I have a Monkey and I’m thinking of getting a new Grom. Is it different enough to enjoy?
Awesome bike 🔥🔥🔥
Sure is 👍🏻
Goes at a good pace for a small bike , though it is a 125cc. As you say goes good up the hills too. Good fun bike.
Yes it was great fun 👍🏻
Me Julie - made my day :) great review, thanks, I'd love a Monkey
Haha thanks! It’s a brilliant little bike!
Hey, where can I buy your nice Jacket?....looks really good. Geez from Germany an thanks for th video
Thanks buddy, it’s an ARMR moto bomber jacket. You can get it in lots of different places.
Now you should review the Honda Dax if you can get your hands on one. Good review of the Monkey 👍
Thanks buddy, yes we’ve asked for one so fingers crossed 🤞🏻
@@MrDarcy-OlMan that would be great 👍👍
Be due Aug/Sept for 4kish.
Honda,needs to put a rpm display on the Monkey and maybe a few more upgrades and my favorite bike,next to the XR 150LS.
Wasn't sure you were going to get past 1st gear when setting off 😄. I have a Quad Lock case they are very good.
Yes they are fantastic!
I work 4.5 miles from home so six bucks for fuel for the season sounds really good but I want the 2023 red plaid one
Yes we love the look of that one!
Great Video. Loving my economical 2019 Yellow Honda Monkey. VIVA THE MONKEY REVOLUTION. Cheers Dean aka MonkeyDixAdventures ✊🏻🐵
Fantastic 💯👍🏼
I want one!
Me too
Nice review. I own a red 2022 model. Great value for money. Ridiculous fuel consumption (1,5/1,7 liters per 100 km). Great quality and design. Honda nailed it!!!
Thanks very much. Yes amazing 💯👍🏼👍🏼
Hi, can you tell me please what is the top speed of the 2023 model? Honda says 91 km/h but the 2018 model was already slightly over 100 km/h
@@guitarpicker1988 Aproximately 90 km/h
@@josevi5835 Okay. Thank you. So it seems they made the new 2022 model 10 km/h slower than the 2018 model. However. 🤷♂️
@@guitarpicker1988 they have the same power 🤔
I hat a nice little bike. I went with a rebel 500 but I love the look of the monkey!
👍🏼👍🏼💯
Brill bike brill review fancy one now
Thank you! I fancy one too
Good review good bike keep it up guys...💚🛵
Thank you!
Back when the national speed limit was 55 mph you could tour the country on a 125. But I'm glad it's 80 where I live now. 85 for some toll roads.
85 wow, where do you live!? It’s 70mph here on the motorway or 60mph on any other road
@@MrDarcy-OlMan Texas
I have the 2021 in blue and I love it, not a cheap bike in my country xd
It’s great! Oh no that’s a shame.
Man... these small bikes look much better than most oversized motorcycles.
Besides, it is a Honda. This could easily be passed to your childs and grandchilds...
Yes definitely 👍🏼
I think it will be a nice addition to keep company to my 23' Goldwing Bagger 😊
Best of both worlds? 🤔
Honda Monkey it's a fun bike to ride. I have the 2020 model, and it has a top speed of 100 km/h.
Yes it’s great fun!
A great bike and very economical
Indeed!