The Max Trading Honda CG125 Motorcycle Kick Starter from China is a key mechanical component used to start the motorcycle engine manually.
Honda CG125 adopts a dual starting system (electric + kick start), retaining the traditional foot starter lever to satisfy both retro riding preferences and emergency backup requirements.
In early CG125 versions, kick start was the only starting method, which is why many riders still consider the kick starter the “soul component” of this model. Even today, users often keep it installed for its reliability, simplicity, and independence from the electrical system.
When the electric starter system fails or the battery is depleted, the kick starter becomes the only effective way to start the engine.
Working Principle
The kick starter operates using the lever principle, converting downward foot force into rotational motion of the engine crankshaft.
Starting Process:
Rider steps down on the kick starter lever
Mechanical force rotates the crankshaft
Pistons and valves begin reciprocating movement
Fuel-air mixture ignites
Engine starts successfully
This purely mechanical operation ensures high reliability in harsh conditions.
3. Structural Design & Material
3.1 Main Material
Made of 45# carbon steel
Offers excellent strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance
Designed to withstand repeated high-force stepping without deformation
3.2 Durability Advantages
Long service life under daily use
Resistant to bending and cracking
Suitable for continuous mechanical impact loads
4. Two Kick Start Transmission Methods
Method 1: Direct Clutch Front Drive
Motion force is transmitted directly to the front of the clutch
Engine can start even when the clutch is engaged
Faster power transfer
Commonly used in traditional underbone and classic motorcycles
Method 2: Transmission-Based Drive
Motion force is transmitted through the gearbox
Requires clutch disengagement
Engine cannot start if clutch is not opened
More complex transmission path
Parameter configuration
Specifications
Parameter
Size
230mm
Aperture
16mm
Starting Shaft Washer Size
16.1 × 1 × 24, 20 × 0.5 × 27, etc.
Starting Shaft Elastic Retaining Ring
Diameter 18.5 × 1.2 × diameter 22.4
Suitable Models
CG125, XF125, MTR three - wheeled motorcycle, 125cc top pole engine motorcycle
6. Compatible Models
Honda CG125
XF125
MTR Three-wheeled Motorcycle
125cc Top Rod Engine Motorcycles
Maintenance Tips
Warm Reminder from Max Trading
To ensure long-term stable performance of the kick starter:
Regularly check all connection points for looseness
Lubricate rotating joints to reduce friction and wear
Keep components clean to prevent dust and debris accumulation
Monitor wear conditions of the lever and connecting parts
Proper maintenance helps ensure smooth starting and extended service life.
Warm reminder from Max Trading
During use, we need to pay attention to the maintenance and upkeep of the starting rod: regularly check whether the connection parts of the starting rod are loose, such as the connection between the starting rod and the starting arm, the connection between the starting arm and the starting shaft, etc; Keep the starting rod clean and regularly apply an appropriate amount of lubricating oil to the rotating parts of the starting rod to reduce friction at the connection; Observe the wear of the starting rod and related connecting components to ensure the normal operation of the starting system.