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The '''Kawasaki Eliminator 125''' is [[ | {{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} Eliminator 125: review, history, specs}} | ||
{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = '''Kawasaki EL125 Eliminator''' | |||
|photo= 2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-1.jpg | |||
|aka = Eliminator 125, EL 125 Eliminator | |||
|manufacturer = [[Kawasaki]] | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 1997 - 2010 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = | |||
|successor = | |||
|class = [[Cruiser]] | |||
|engine = single cylinder, four-stroke | |||
|bore_stroke = 55.0mm x 52.4mm | |||
|compression = 9.6:1 | |||
|top_speed = 63 mph (102 km/h) | |||
|power = 11.8 HP (8.8 KW) @ 9500RPM | |||
|torque = 7.3 ft/lbs (9.9 Nm) @ 8000RPM | |||
|fuel_system = carburetor. single, 28mm mikuni bs28 carburetor | |||
|ignition = electric cdi | |||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK CR7E}} '01-06 | |||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YB9-B}} '01-06 | |||
|transmission = Gear box: 5-speed <br> | |||
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br> | |||
|final_drive= {{chain|428x132}} | |||
|front_sprocket= 15T | |||
|rear_sprocket= 46T | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: 33mm [[hydraulic]] telescopic fork / 5.5 in. <br> | |||
Rear: twin shocks with five-way adjustable preload / 3.1 in. | |||
|brakes =Front: single disc <br>Rear: expanding [[brake]] (drum brake) | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|90/90-17}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|130/90-15}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = 57.91 inches (1471 mm) | |||
|length = 84.61 inches (2149 mm) | |||
|width = 30.71 inches (780 mm) | |||
|height = 41.3 inches (1049 mm) | |||
|seat_height = 26.81 inches (681 mm) | |||
|dry_weight = 319.67 pounds (145.0 Kg) | |||
|wet_weight = 145.0 kg | |||
|fuel_capacity = 3.4 Gallon (12.86 Liters) | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|oil_filter = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-112}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
|fuel_consumption = 0.34 liters/100 km (294.1 km/l or 691.83 mpg) | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
|related = | |||
|competition = | |||
}} | |||
The '''[[Kawasaki]] Eliminator 125''' was a small single cylinder, [[four-stroke]] Cruiser [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1997 and 2010. It could reach a top speed of 63 mph (102 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 7.3 ft/lbs (9.9 Nm) @ 8000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 11.8 HP (8.8 KW) @ 9500 RPM. It was manufactured in Taiwan. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a [[air cooled]] single cylinder, four-stroke. A 55.0mm [[bore]] x 52.4mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 124.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc). | |||
==Drive== | |||
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 90/90-17 front [[tire]] and a 130/90-15 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The front suspension was a 33mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 5.5 in. while the rear was equipped with a twin shocks with five-way adjustable preload / 3.1 in.. The Eliminator 125 was fitted with a 3.4 Gallon (12.86 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 319.67 pounds (145.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.91 inches (1471 mm) long. | |||
==Kawasaki Eliminator 125== | |||
The '''Kawasaki Eliminator 125''' is [[Kawasaki]]'s entry level cruiser. It's lightweight, small stature and un-intimidating power delivery make it a great choice for new riders. The [[Motorcycle Safety Foundation]] uses this bike in their beginner riders courses for those very reasons. It is powered by a 125[[cc]], air cooled, [[four stroke]], single cylinder engine. In 2005 the [[Suggested retail price|MSRP]] for this model is $2,649. | |||
The Eliminator 125 has the current distinction of being the smallest production [[Motorcycle]](not including scooters) currently being sold in the United States. | The Eliminator 125 has the current distinction of being the smallest production [[Motorcycle]](not including scooters) currently being sold in the United States. | ||
==2001== | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-BN125-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-BN125-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-BN125-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Red]] | |||
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==2006== | |||
[[Image:2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-3.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Kawasaki-BN125-Blue-5892-4.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 (BN125) in Blue]] | |||
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==2007== | |||
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Eliminator-125-in-Galaxy-Silver.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 in Galaxy Silver]] | |||
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Eliminator-125-in-Galaxy-Silver-left-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 in Galaxy Silver left side]] | |||
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Eliminator-125-in-Galaxy-Silver-right-side.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 in Galaxy Silver right side]] | |||
[[Image:2007-Kawasaki-Eliminator-125-in-Galaxy-Silver-engine.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Kawasaki Eliminator 125 in Galaxy Silver engine]] | |||
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==Specs== | ==Specs== | ||
*[[Media:BN125A4.PDF]] | *[[Media:BN125A4.PDF]] | ||
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*[[Media:BN125A6F.PDF]] | *[[Media:BN125A6F.PDF]] | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
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[[Category:Single cylinder motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Single cylinder 4-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
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[[Category:Entry level motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Entry level cruisers]] | |||
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==In Media== | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/jin-bi-hui-huang#kawasaki-el125-eliminator Jin bi hui huang] | |||
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/malcolm-in-the-middle#kawasaki-el125-eliminator Malcolm in the Middle] | |||
==References== | |||
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[[Category:Cruiser motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Entry level motorcycles]] | |||
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[[Category:2000s motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:2010s motorcycles]] | |||
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