2019 Honda CRF125F (Big Wheel)

All young riders aren’t equal—at least when it comes to how tall they are, and what riding skills they’ve developed. Neither are all adults, for that matter. And because we all know that, Honda is happy to serve up the CRF125F Big Wheel. Oh, and by the way, it gets some big improvements this year too.

The CRF125F Big Wheel is a simple concept, but a genius execution. We take our awesome CRF125F and set it up with larger diameter wheels and a longer swingarm. That means the bike also features a two-inch-taller seat height. The result? A combination that makes it perfect for thousands of teens and smaller adults who just want to get out on the trails and have fun.

It’s loaded with features too, and since it’s a Honda, it’s also famously reliable—a big plus, because riding is a lot more fun than wrenching. But for 2019 that engine now comes with fuel injection. That makes a great engine even better, first because it broadens up the power, but most of all because you can say goodbye to clogged up pilot jets after the bike’s sat out the winter. It also means easier starting and better running in cold weather or at high altitudes, and less pollution.

In addition, there’s a new twin-spar steel frame, and more suspension travel at each end for an even more plush ride. An electric starter makes it easy to get going, while a four-speed transmission gives you all the control of a full-sized bike.

The long and short of it: Sized to fit taller riders just right, but without putting them on a bike that’s too big or that gives them too much power too soon, the CRF125F Big Wheel is another great choice in our off-road line.