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| Suzuki T125II Stinger | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1969 - 72 |
| Engine | Two stroke, parallel twin |
| Compression ratio | 7.3:1 |
| Transmission | 5-Speed, constant mesh |
| Frame | Tri-form frame |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic hydraulic fork Rear: Twin, plunger type hydraulic shocks |
| Brakes | Front: Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe Rear: Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe |
| Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-16 |
| Wheelbase | 1190 mm / 46.9 in |
| Weight | 96 kg / 211 lbs (dry), |
| Recommended Oil | Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 8 L / 2.1 US gal / 1.8 Imp gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Two stroke, parallel twin. The engine featured a 7.3:1 compression ratio.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.25-16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe in the front and a Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic hydraulic fork while the rear was equipped with a Twin, plunger type hydraulic shocks. The T125II Stinger was fitted with a 8 L / 2.1 US gal / 1.8 Imp gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 96 kg / 211 lbs. The wheelbase was 1190 mm / 46.9 in long.
Photos
Overview
Suzuki T 125-II
The T125 Stinger was introduced for 1969 and looked very sporty with its slim fuel tank and high-drawn exhaust pipes. "Grand prix look", said some of advertisements. Unfortunately the Stinger wasn't as fast on the track as it looked. Especially the brakes and the soft suspension were not as good as some other 125cc bikes from the period.
Just two years after Suzuki released the original Suzuki T 125 many overall changes were made to the motorcycle that would give the 1969 Suzuki T 125 Stinger a slimmer fuel tank, higher stability exhaust pipes, and a look that some advertisers would call a "Grand Prix." The 124cc was a bike that gave bike owners a new dream machine. Though, this bike wasn't as quick on the track as many expected. The Suzuki T 125 Stinger had many positive aspects to add to the highlight reel. There were many different models of the Stinger T 125 which are known as the domestic Japanese model, the Suzuki T 125. Another model similar in attributes to the Suzuki T 125 stinger was known as the Suzuki T90 which was only released in china. The original Stinger T 125 was released in cherry red color that helped catch the attention of many. Overall this motorcycle is a fun and enjoyable choice for many outdoor enthusiasts. The Suzuki Stinger T 125 is equipped right off the line with a 124cc air-cooled dual carburetor with a two stroke parallel twin. Matching engine statistics with the 5-speed transmission and this bike could blow away a majority of other similar bikes on the track. Soon after the release of the 1969 Suzuki Stinger T 125, many improvements were needed and thus the Suzuki T 125 2 Stinger was released in 1970. The release of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 had many improvements that would make this bike obsolete to competition. Suzuki however failed to equip this model with any new brakes or harder suspension. The improvements of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 included an exhaust pipe, newer colors to choose from, and it was released solely in the USA. The release of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 helped to promote Suzuki and it created a following that was rare to see at the time. Europe continued selling the Suzuki T 125 Stinger throughout 1972 until production came to a halt. The last model to be released was the 1971 Suzuki T 125 Stinger which provided many benefiting factors such as a longer seat, a longer rear fender and a few other small details that could help prime new sales for this quickly falling off the market bike. The mechanics of the bike seemed to be unchanged with the 1971 Suzuki T 125 model motorcycle.
Article Source: Paul Smeeton
| Make Model | Suzuki T 125 II Stinger |
|---|---|
| Year | 1969 - 72 |
| Engine Type | Two stroke, parallel twin |
| Displacement | 124 cc / 7.6 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 43 x 43 mm |
| Compression | 7.3:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Lubrication System | Posi-Force lubtication |
| Exhaust | 2-into-2, Power pipe, upswept |
| Induction | Dual down-draft carburetors |
| Starting | Kick |
| Max Power | 11.2 kW / 15.1 hp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.5 Nm / 1.38 kgf-m / 10.0 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed, constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Tri-form frame |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic hydraulic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Twin, plunger type hydraulic shocks |
| Front Brakes | Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe |
| Rear Brakes | Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe |
| Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.25-16 |
| Dimensions | Length: 1835 mm / 72.2 in Width: 790 mm / 31.1 in Height: 1080 mm / 42.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 1190 mm / 46.9 in |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm / 6.7 in |
| Dry Weight | 96 kg / 211 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 8 L / 2.1 US gal / 1.8 Imp gal |
| Braking 35 Km/h - 0 | 6.0 m / 19.7 ft |
| Top Speed (est.) | 121 km/h / 75 mph |