Honda localizes Click125 engine
HONDA executives, guests, and Board of Investments officials gather at the Batangas plant for the Click125 line-off ceremony that marks the start of localized engine production. Shown are (from left) Mr. Motomasa Komori, vice president–Finance Division, Honda Philippines Inc. ; Mr. Jomel Jerezo, vice president–MC Sales Office and Supply Chain Management Division, HPI; Mr. Kohei Yamamoto, executive vice president – Manufacturing Division, HPI; Mr. Hikaru Yokomura, chief engineer, LPL, Honda R&D Southeast Asia; Mr. Taguchi Tetsuro, Strategy Division, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.; Mr. Elvin Garcia, acting division chief, Heavy Industries Division, Manufacturing Industries Service; Mr. Reynaldo Lignes, acting director, Manufacturing Industries Service, Board of Investments; Mr. Junichiro Imamura, general manager, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.; Mr. Takeshi Kobayashi, president, Honda Philippines Inc.; Mr. Seiki Futagoishi, president, Honda Parts Manufacturing Corp. (HPMC); Mr. Juan Gerry Datario, assistant vice president, Administration Division, HPI; and Ms. Maria Fe Quijano, assistant vice president, Finance, HPI.
PhotographS courtesy of Honda Philippines Inc.
Tanauan City, Batangas — Honda Philippines Inc. reached another production milestone with the rollout of the new Click125 and the start of localized engine production at its Batangas facility.
Company officials and guests gathered at the plant on 20 February 20 for the line-off ceremony that signaled the next step in Honda’s motorcycle manufacturing program in the country.
Honda Philippines president Takeshi Kobayashi led the ceremony with members of the company’s executive committee and several officials from Honda Motor Co. Ltd.
Representatives from government agencies also attended the event. The gathering brought together executives, engineers and local partners who took part in the project.
Kobayashi said the localization effort will help the company respond better to rising demand in the Philippine motorcycle market.
He said Honda plans to expand its capability to supply more units while keeping the same quality and technology that customers expect from the brand. He added that the initiative gives the company more flexibility in production and supply.
The Click125 plays a major role in Honda Philippines’ sales performance. The model serves many Filipino riders who rely on motorcycles for daily travel to work, school, and other activities.
FRONT view of the Honda Click125 displayed during the ceremony that marks the rollout of the new model and the start of local engine production.
SIDE profile of the Honda Click125 shown at the Batangas facility as the company begins localized engine production for the scooter.
Honda says the scooter gained a strong following because of its mix of design, features, and fuel efficiency.
The company also reported strong overall sales in 2025. Honda Philippines recorded more than one million units in total motorcycle sales for the year.
Retail sales reached 1,041,237 units while wholesale figures stood at 1,044,510 units. The results placed Honda in a strong position in the local motorcycle industry.
The model remains one of the company’s best-known scooters in the local market. Honda positions it as a practical option for everyday mobility in cities and provincial areas.
The updated version carries design changes and additional features as Honda says the scooter keeps its reputation for reliability and everyday usability. The company expects the model to remain a key product in its lineup in the coming years.