Your new Honda Click 125 came with a small service booklet, and the first page has a coupon you should not lose. It covers the first PMS, or Preventive Maintenance Service, which is the first check-up your scooter gets after its break-in period. Many first-time owners either skip it because the bike feels fine, or show up at the casa (the official Honda dealer service center) not knowing what they'll pay. This guide covers only that first visit: exactly when it's due, what's free and what isn't, what the mechanic should do, and how much cash to bring. For the full schedule after your third coupon, see our separate Honda Click 125 maintenance schedule and service cost guide.
Expect to pay only about ₱275 to ₱400 for a Honda Click 125's first PMS, since Free Service Coupon 1 covers the labor and you only pay for the 0.8 L of engine oil and, usually, 120 ml of gear oil.
- Free Service Coupon 1 covers your first PMS between 500 and 2,000 km or within 3 months of purchase, whichever comes first
- The coupon makes labor free — you still pay for engine oil and any parts used
- Pro Honda Scooter 10W-30 MB oil (0.8 L) has a ₱275 SRP and the 120 ml gear oil has a ₱65 SRP
- A typical first PMS bill is about ₱275 to ₱400 if nothing else needs replacing
- Personal-use (solo) Honda motorcycles carry a 2-year or 20,000 km warranty, so keep every stamped coupon
Step 1: Find Free Service Coupon 1 and Check Its 500–2,000 km Window
Every new Honda commuter motorcycle, including the Click 125, comes with three Free Service Coupons in the service booklet. They are for the first three standard PMS visits within the bike's first year. According to Honda Philippines' motorcycle FAQ, the windows are:
- Coupon 1: 500 km to 2,000 km, or 3 months from purchase date
- Coupon 2: 2,001 km to 6,000 km, or 7 months
- Coupon 3: 6,001 km to 12,000 km, or 12 months
For each window, it's "whichever comes first." So if you only ride on weekends and reach 700 km by month 3, your first PMS is due at month 3. If you're a delivery rider doing 60 km a day, you'll pass 2,000 km in about a month. Don't wait for month 3 in that case.
Easy rule: plan your first visit at around 1,000 km. That's when the owner's manual schedules the first engine oil change, and it falls right in the middle of Coupon 1's window.
Step 2: Know What the Coupon Pays For — Labor Only, Not Oil
This is where most new owners get confused. Honda Philippines states that the coupon makes the maintenance service fee free, but you still pay for the parts and engine oil used during the service.
In plain words:
- Free: the mechanic's time and the check-up itself
- You pay: new engine oil, gear oil if it's changed, and any part that has to be replaced
So "free PMS" doesn't mean zero pesos. It means you only pay for materials, which for a Click 125 is cheap since the engine holds less than a liter of oil.
Step 3: Bring Around ₱275 to ₱400 — Here's the Breakdown
The Click 125 takes 0.8 liter of engine oil at each oil change, and its final drive gearbox takes only 120 ml of gear oil. Using Honda's official suggested retail prices (SRP):
- Pro Honda Scooter Mineral 10W-30 MB, 0.8 L: ₱275 SRP
- Pro Honda Scooter Gear Oil, 120 ml: ₱65 SRP
- Labor: ₱0 with Coupon 1
That puts a typical first PMS at about ₱340 with both oils changed, or ₱275 for engine oil only. Some dealers price slightly above SRP, so bring about ₱400 to be safe. If you choose a fully synthetic oil instead of mineral, expect to pay more, but mineral oil is fine for a stock daily commuter.
If the casa quotes you over ₱1,000 for a first PMS on a stock Click 125 with no problems, ask for an itemized list. Something extra was added.
Step 4: Make Sure the Mechanic Changes the Break-In Oil and Gear Oil
During the first few hundred kilometers, the piston rings, cylinder, and gears "bed in" against each other. This releases tiny metal particles into the oil. The first oil change at about 1,000 km flushes them out before they cause wear. That's why this visit matters even if the bike feels perfect.
Ask the mechanic to confirm these are done:
- Engine oil drained and refilled with 0.8 L of 10W-30 oil rated JASO MB. The "MB" rating is made for scooters. Don't accept MA-rated oil, which is for manual motorcycles with wet clutches.
- Final drive (gear) oil changed — 120 ml. It's the most neglected fluid on Philippine scooters because it's hidden at the rear hub.
- Drain bolt washers checked — a worn washer is a common cause of small oil leaks
The Click 125 has no chain, since it uses a belt-driven CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). If a service sheet lists "chain adjustment," ask why.
Step 5: Check the Inspection Items That Come With the First PMS
Besides the oil change, the first PMS is a chance for the casa to catch factory issues early while the bike is still fully under warranty. A standard inspection usually covers:
- Brakes — front disc and rear drum, plus the Combined Brake System (CBS) that links them
- Throttle free play and idle
- Tire pressure and condition
- Lights, horn, and turn signals
- Battery and charging
- Coolant level — the Click 125 is liquid-cooled, so it has a radiator reservoir
- Nuts and bolts — new bikes can loosen slightly after the first rides
Before the visit, write down anything odd you've noticed: rattles, a warning light, a hard start in the morning, or a squeaky brake. Mention it at check-in so it goes on the job order.
Step 6: Get Coupon 1 Stamped to Protect Your 2-Year / 20,000 km Warranty
Honda Philippines' published warranty for solo (personal-use) models is 2 years or 20,000 km, whichever comes first. Business-use models are covered for 18 months or 15,000 km. A warranty is Honda's promise to fix factory defects for free during that period.
Your service booklet is your proof that you maintained the bike properly. After the first PMS:
- Make sure Coupon 1 is stamped and signed by the dealer, with the date and odometer reading
- Keep the official receipt for the oil
- Take a phone photo of the stamped page in case the booklet gets wet or lost
If something like the fuel pump or starter fails later, a complete service record makes the warranty claim much easier.
Step 7: Say No to Add-Ons You Don't Need Yet
Some shops offer extras during the first visit. Most aren't needed on a scooter that's only done 1,000 km:
- CVT cleaning — usually around ₱250 to ₱300 labor. Normally recommended every 6,000 to 8,000 km, not at 1,000 km.
- Drive belt replacement — the manual only calls for a belt inspection at 12,000 km. Most daily-use Click 125s need a new belt somewhere around 20,000 to 25,000 km.
- Air filter replacement — the viscous paper filter is scheduled for replacement every 12,000 km, earlier only in very dusty areas
- Engine flush or fuel additives — not part of Honda's schedule
A polite "Next time na lang po" works fine. If the mechanic says a part is defective, ask whether it's covered by warranty before agreeing to pay.
Step 8: Book at an Authorized Honda Dealer and Bring the Right Documents
Free Service Coupons are honored at authorized Honda motorcycle dealers and service centers. You can find the nearest one using the dealer locator on Honda Philippines' official website. Many dealers accept walk-ins, but weekends get busy, so call ahead or arrive early.
Bring:
- The service booklet with Coupon 1 still attached
- OR/CR (Official Receipt and Certificate of Registration) or your sales invoice if your plates and registration are still being processed
- A valid ID
- About ₱400 cash or e-wallet for oil
A first PMS on a Click 125 usually takes under an hour if there's no queue.
Step 9: What Happens After the First PMS — Plan for Coupons 2 and 3
After your first visit, the next oil changes follow the owner's manual: a routine engine oil change every 4,000 km under normal use. Many Filipino riders shorten this to every 2,000 to 3,000 km if they do deliveries, sit in heavy traffic, or carry a backride every day, because heat and idling wear out oil faster.
Your next two free-labor visits:
- Coupon 2: 2,001 to 6,000 km or 7 months — plan for another ₱275 to ₱400 in oil
- Coupon 3: 6,001 to 12,000 km or 12 months — same, plus possibly a CVT cleaning depending on mileage
Once the coupons run out, you'll start paying labor too. For a full cost picture beyond the first year, read our Click 125 maintenance schedule guide, and if you're buying used, our guide to common Click 125 problems after 50,000 km.
Frequently Asked Questions
The labor is free when you use Free Service Coupon 1 at an authorized Honda dealer within 500 to 2,000 km or 3 months of purchase. You still pay for the engine oil and any parts. For a Click 125, that's usually ₱275 for 0.8 L of Pro Honda mineral oil, plus ₱65 for gear oil.
Any time between 500 and 2,000 km, or within 3 months from purchase, whichever comes first. The best target is around 1,000 km, when the owner's manual schedules the first oil change to flush out break-in metal particles. If you ride very little, go at month 3 even if you're below 1,000 km.
Honda's FAQ doesn't spell out what happens to a missed coupon, so ask your dealer directly. Even if the coupon can't be used, still do the oil change as soon as possible and pay the labor. A gap in your service record can make later warranty claims harder, so don't let it slide.
Use 0.8 liter of SAE 10W-30 scooter oil rated JASO MB, such as Pro Honda Scooter Mineral 10W-30 MB (₱275 SRP). The MB rating is designed for automatic scooters. Avoid JASO MA oil meant for manual motorcycles. Mineral oil is fine for a stock daily commuter, and fully synthetic is optional.
You can, but you'll pay for labor, lose the free coupon, and won't get a dealer stamp in your service booklet. Since your 2-year or 20,000 km warranty is easier to claim with a complete dealer record, most owners use the casa for all three coupon visits and switch to a trusted shop afterward.
Usually not. CVT cleaning is typically recommended every 6,000 to 8,000 km in Philippine conditions and costs around ₱250 to ₱300 in labor at many shops. At 1,000 km the CVT is still clean. If a shop insists on it at your first visit, ask why and whether there's a specific symptom.
If there's no queue, under an hour. It's mostly an oil and gear oil change plus a basic inspection of brakes, lights, tires, battery, and coolant. Weekends and month-end paydays can be crowded at dealers, so arrive early or call ahead to ask about the waiting time.
Honda Philippines lists two warranty terms: solo (personal-use) models get 2 years or 20,000 km, while business models get 18 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. Ask your dealer which applies to your unit, especially if it's registered under a business or used for full-time delivery work.
Conclusion
Your Honda Click 125's first PMS is one of the cheapest and most important visits you'll ever make. Go between 500 and 2,000 km or within 3 months, ideally around 1,000 km, hand over Coupon 1, and expect to pay only about ₱275 to ₱400 for engine oil and gear oil since labor is free. Get the coupon stamped, keep the receipt, and skip add-ons you don't need yet. For coupon rules and warranty terms straight from the source, check Honda Philippines' motorcycle FAQ.
