Whenever Honda releases a modern iteration of one of their iconic motorcycles, K-Speed always finds a way to surprise. This Thai workshop and parts manufacturer is very fond of mini iron horses. It routinely amazes the world's builders. After working on the anti-mainstream Super Cub and Monkey, now it's the ST125 Dax's turn.
Yes, the Honda ST125Dax is back. The iconic iron horse has made its way to Thailand. This model takes the base engine from the MSX 125 Grom and CT125. Carrying an injection engine (PGM-FI) with a total capacity of 124.89 cc with Euro 5 standards. It is capable of producing a maximum power of 9.6 hp at 7,000 rpm and a torque of 11 Nm at 5,250 rpm. Overall output is channeled through a four-speed manual transmission. These supplies are actually similar to the Honda Monkey ingredients, including the use of the air conditioning system.
The founder of K-Speed, Eak is very fond of Dax. He actually had a 50 cc version when he was thirteen. Driven by nostalgia, he started buying the latest Dax and customizing it to suit K-Speed's signature style. You could say this is the world's first custom 2022 Dax model.
K-Speed's Dax is dubbed 'Daxster'. Mini-scrambler style iron horse. Apart from turning them into something different, Eak is also prototyping new parts, for K-Speed's 'Diablo' brand.
Dax's hallmark remains, namely the pressed steel type frame. Only they changed it to matte black. So it looks more dense. One of the most prominent plug and play components is seen in the use of a large-dimensional upside down suspension in front. To make it look charming, the top and bottom triangles are custom made.
Handle handlebars, K-Speed custom made. But if you look closely, the steering wheel is actually two separate parts. It is held by a handlebar clamp that has been rotated 90 degrees. This innovation has just been implemented, and the claim remains solid and strong. This setting also allows the user to rotate the blades individually, to set them narrower or wider.
The rest of the cockpit displays the hallmark of K-Speed. The Dax's single brake lever is accompanied by a Diablo grip, vintage-style micro-switch and LED turn signals at the ends of the handlebars. The main lighting relies on LED lights with a round cover wrap.
Upstairs there is a new seat. And right in front of it is a luggage rack. Sitting beside the frame is an OEM Honda speedometer, mounted with a new bracket.
OEM Dax fenders and rear grip are removed. Replaced by a luggage rack made specifically to wrap the Diablo taillights. Tim is also good at tidying up around the tail. Passenger pegs removed. Sitting to the left is a neat number plate holder, bolted to the lower shock mount.
To match its form as a mini scrambler, K-Speed paired ultra-chunky tires. Wear 12-inch rims wrapped in 'Tractor-Grip' tires from IRC, measuring 130/80-12 on both wheels. The diablo wheel covers are made of ABS plastic, adding to the muscular aesthetic. They also installed a pair of Diablo shock absorbers that were lowered at the rear, then extended and strengthened the rocker arm.
For the exhaust system, the builder added a custom hand made K-Speed exhaust. The curves are still similar to the original Dax parts, but the shape is a little rough. However, the outer side of the pipe has been given a heat shield.
To harmonize the theme, the Honda 'flap wing' logo which was previously red was replaced with black. The 'Daxster' graphic attached to the front frame is also custom made, but the font is still identical to the original Dax type. While the brown upholstery adds some contrast
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