Puch MC125: history, specs, pictures

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Puch MC125
Manufacturer
Also called MC 125
Production 1975
Engine
single cylinder, two-stroke
Bore / Stroke 55.0mm x 52.0mm
Top Speed 67 mph (108 km/h)
Horsepower 18.64 HP (13.9 KW) @ 8700RPM
Fuel System carburetor. bing
Ignition bosch transistorized 6v 35w 1.8mm btdc
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: multi disc in oil
Suspension Front: betor telescopic 150cc
Brakes Front: expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear: expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Tire 3.00-21
Rear Tire 3.50-18
Wheelbase 53.35 inches (1355 mm)
Length 80.04 inches (2033 mm)
Width 33.86 inches (860 mm)
Height 42.91 inches (1090 mm)
Seat Height 33.07 inches (840 mm)
Weight 227.08 pounds (103.0 Kg) (dry),
Manuals Service Manual


The Puch MC125 was a single cylinder, two-stroke standard produced by Puch in 1975. It could reach a top speed of 67 mph (108 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 18.64 HP (13.9 KW) @ 8700 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, two-stroke. A 55.0mm bore x 52.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 125.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a port control.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the multi disc in oil.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.00-21 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via expanding brake (drum brake) in the front and a expanding brake (drum brake) in the rear. The bike weighed just 227.08 pounds (103.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 53.35 inches (1355 mm) long.