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Revision as of 01:26, 23 May 2019

Kawasaki KX125
2002-Kawasaki-KX125-Green-0.jpg
Manufacturer Kawasaki
Also called KX 125
Production 1979 - 2009
Class Motocross
Engine 125cc single cylinder, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 54.0mm x 54.5mm
Compression ratio 10.9:1 (low speed); 8.3:1 (high speed)
Horse Power 41.04 HP (30.6 KW) @ 11500RPM
Torque 19.92 ft/lbs (27.0 Nm) @ 10500RPM
Fuel system carburetor. mikuni tmx38x
Ignition type digital cdi
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in.
Rear: uni-trak® single shock system with 4-way compression and 18-way rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in.
Brakes Front: single disc. two-piston calipers
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 80/100-21
Rear Tire 100/90-19
Wheelbase 57.87 inches (1470 mm)
Dimensions L 85.24 inches (2165 mm)
W 32.09 inches (815 mm)
H 49.8 inches (1265 mm)
Seat height 37.2 inches (945 mm)
Weight 191.8 pounds (87.0 Kg) (dry), 87.0 kg (wet)
Fuel capacity 2.17 Gallon (8.20 Liters)
Related Kawasaki KX80
KX100
KX125
KX250
KX500
Kawasaki KDX200
Competition Honda CR125R
Yamaha YZ125
Suzuki RM125
Manuals Service Manual
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The Kawasaki KX125 was a single cylinder, two-stroke Enduro motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1990 and 2009. Max torque was 19.92 ft/lbs (27.0 Nm) @ 10500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 41.04 HP (30.6 KW) @ 11500 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a liquid cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 54.0mm bore x 54.5mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis

It came with a 80/100-21 front tire and a 100/90-19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc. two-piston calipers in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a 36mm inverted telescopic cartridge fork with 18-way compression damping / 10.8 in. while the rear was equipped with a uni-trak® single shock system with 4-way compression and 18-way rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload / 10.8 in.. The KX125 was fitted with a 2.17 Gallon (8.20 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 191.8 pounds (87.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 57.87 inches (1470 mm) long.

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2000 Kawasaki KX125


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2005 Kawasaki KX125

The 2004 Kawasaki KX125 is a small-displacement motocross bike that is suitable for younger riders. However, due to its 2-stroke engine, the bike is capable to produce an awesome 41 PS power that's not that easy to master by the inexperienced pilots. Being a racing machine, it is not street-legal, so it's best to keep it on the dirt tracks or non-public roads and wilderness trails.

The carbon fiber crankcase reed valves and a Mikuni carburetor provide the 124cc single-cylinder power unit the necessary air-fuel mixture for dependable acceleration and fast throttle response. A special pass-through guard shaves off the mud from the chain so the 2005 Kawasaki KX125 will run smooth even in the most inclement of conditions. Disc brakes make sure there's enough stopping force to tame the beast.


2006 Kawasaki KX125

With a revised two-tone seat matching the new graphics, the 2005 Kawasaki KX125 looks as nice as riding it hard feels. The carbon fiber crankcase reed valves and a Mikuni carburetor provide the 124cc single-cylinder power unit the necessary air-fuel mixture for dependable acceleration and fast throttle response.

A special pass-through guard shaves off the mud from the chain so the 2005 Kawasaki KX125 will run smooth even in the most inclement of conditions. For the 2005 model, petal rotors have been added and make sure there's enough stopping force to tame the beast. A smart design lightweight clutch offers a most convenient and easy on-the-fly adjustment for the lever, thus granting better handling and faster shifting.


2007 Kawasaki KX125

The 2006 Kawasaki KX125 motocross bike gets a revised ignition and is now capable to deliver better power in the mid-range, while still offering top brawn in the higher revs. The factory-inspired graphics found a perfect match in the two-tone seat, while the narrow profile of the bodywork and shrouds offer a better grip of the machine, enhancing steering during fast corners.

Petal rotors make sure there's enough stopping force to tame the beast, while the brakes remain cleaner. A smart design lightweight clutch offers a most convenient and easy on-the-fly adjustment for the lever, thus granting better handling and faster shifting. The special pass-through guard shaves off the mud from the chain so the 2005 Kawasaki KX125 will run smooth even in the most inclement of conditions.


2008 Kawasaki KX125

The 2007 Kawasaki KX125 is a 2-stroke motocross bike gets a revised ignition and is now capable to deliver better power in the mid-range, while still offering top brawn in the higher revs. The factory-inspired graphics found a perfect match in the two-tone seat, while the narrow profile of the bodywork and shrouds offer a better grip of the machine, enhancing steering during fast corners.

Petal rotors make sure there's enough stopping force to tame the beast, while the brakes remain cleaner. A smart design lightweight clutch offers a most convenient and easy on-the-fly adjustment for the lever, thus granting better handling and faster shifting. The special pass-through guard shaves off the mud from the chain so the 2007 Kawasaki KX125 will run smooth even in the most inclement of conditions.

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