G-Craft Asia entered the H2C Motorbike Idea Challenge, a custom motorcycle contest held at the venue of the Thailand GP in October 2022, with a new Dax125. The company entered a beautifully finished Mighty Dax-style custom in a land where flashy customization is common.
Photo: G Craft, Cub House
The new Dax 125 could be similar to the 1972 Mighty Dax.
The Mighty Dax ST90 was the largest displacement model in the former Dax series, equipped with a CS90-series engine and 14-inch spoke wheels. It was released as a model that could be used on general roads and rough terrain with its newly adopted semi-block pattern tires and could be enjoyed in a wider range of riding conditions, but it was a rare vehicle that was discontinued after only one generation.
The customization of the new Dax 125 based on such a rare car is probably due to the matching side cover on the left side. The Mighty Dax was equipped with an oval-shaped air cleaner case, which the new Dax 125 reproduces as a side cover. The 14-inch suspension, however, is a masterpiece, created from scratch.
The Mighty Dax concept was introduced by Honda in 1972. The Mighty Dax had 14-inch tires on the front and rear. The color was chosen to be gold, which was also available at the time, to give it a vintage style, said G-Craft representative Tosaka, giving it a completely 1970s feel.
DAX 125 Kai [G CRAFT] Custom made by G Craft, which has expanded into Thailand. The front and rear drum brakes have been replaced to give it a nostalgic look. It was also displayed at the Bangkok Hot Rod Custom Show in November.
Mighty Dax ST90 [HONDA] The left side can be seen on a vehicle stored in the collection hall, and it has an air cleaner box with the same shape as the side cover of the Dax 125.
G-Craft's Dax 125 also has bulb-type lights instead of LEDs, recreating the atmosphere of the period down to the smallest detail. The round emblem has been changed to the G-Craft mark.
The front and rear wheels are replaced with the same 14-inch spoked wheels as the Mighty Dax. Semi-block tires are also installed.
Details such as the key cylinder installed in the main frame have also been reproduced. The plated-up fender also adds to the atmosphere.
The emblem under the seat was also changed to the original.
Mighty" means "powerful," and this was the name of the former Dax, which boasted the largest displacement.
The back of the seat is a reproduction of the tubular glove compartment found in the original Mighty Dax. The waterproof tarpaulin material seems to be faultless for practical use.
