Suzuki DR125: review, history, specs

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Suzuki DR125
Manufacturer
Also called DR125S, DR 125 S, DR-125SM, DR 125SM, DR125SM, DR125SE, DR 125 SM, DR 125 SE, DR 125
Production 1982 - 1984, 1986 - 1988, 2010 -
Class Dual purpose
Engine
single cylinder, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 57.0mm x 48.8mm
Compression ratio 9.2:1
Top Speed 62 mph (100 km/h)
Horsepower 10.59 HP (7.9 KW) @ 9000RPM
Torque 7.01 ft/lbs (9.5 Nm) @ 7500RPM
Fuel System injection
Ignition electronic ignition (transistorised)
Spark Plug NGK D8EA '82-84 , '86-88
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive Chain: 428x134 ‘86-88[1]
Front Sprocket 16T ‘86-88[1]
Rear Sprocket 53T ‘86-88[1]
Suspension Front: telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear: swingarm type, coil spring, oil and gas damped
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 100/80-m17
Rear Tire 130/70-m17
Wheelbase 52.76 inches (1340 mm)
Length 80.31 inches (2040 mm)
Width 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Height 44.69 inches (1135 mm)
Seat Height 32.91 inches (836 mm)
Weight 266.76 pounds (121.0 Kg) (dry), 130.0 kg (wet)
Oil Filter K&N KN-132[2]
Recommended Oil Suzuki ECSTAR 10w40
Fuel Capacity 2.38 Gallon (9.00 Liters)
Related Suzuki GN125
Competition Yamaha XT125
Honda XR125
Manuals Service Manual


The Suzuki DR125SM was a single cylinder, four-stroke Trial motorcycle produced by Suzuki between 1982 and 2014. It could reach a top speed of 62 mph (100 km/h). Max torque was 7.01 ft/lbs (9.5 Nm) @ 7500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 13 HP (7.9 KW) @ 9500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled single cylinder, four-stroke. A 57.0mm bore x 48.8mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a single overhead cams (sohc). This bike shared many engine components with the road oriented GN125.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 100/80-m17 front tire and a 130/70-m17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic, coil spring, oil damped while the rear was equipped with a swingarm type, coil spring, oil and gas damped. The DR125SM was fitted with a 2.38 Gallon (9.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 266.76 pounds (121.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 52.76 inches (1340 mm) long.



1982 DR125Z[edit | edit source]

1982 Suzuki DR125Z


  • V.I.N. #: JS1DF41A C 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: F403-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 052
  • COLOR: White
  • White outlined DR on seat
  • Three tone blue tank and side cover stripes

1983 DR125D[edit | edit source]

1983 Suzuki DR125D
Image of 1983 DR125


  • V.I.N.#: JS1DF41A D 100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: F403-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 052
  • COLOR: White
  • Blue seat
  • Gold rims

1984 DR125E[edit | edit source]

1984 Suzuki DR125E


  • V.I.N. #: JS1DF41A E 1 00001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: F403-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 052
  • COLOR: White
  • Blue frame
  • Blue fork boots

1986 DR125G[edit | edit source]

1986 Suzuki DR125G


  • V.I.N. #: JS1DF42A G2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: F413-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 052
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Front disc brake
  • Yellow lower forks

1987 DR125H[edit | edit source]

1987 Suzuki DR125H


  • V.I.N #: JS1DF42A H2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: F413-
  • ENGINE TYPE: 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: 052
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Silver frame
  • White 125 on seat


1988 DR125J[edit | edit source]

1988 Suzuki DR125J


  • V.I.N. #: JS1DF42A J2100001
  • ENGINE PREFIX: . . F413-
  • ENGINE TYPE: . . 124cc Four-stroke
  • MODEL CODE: . . . 052
  • COLOR: Yellow
  • Blue frame
  • Black engine



1982 - 1989 Suzuki DR 125[edit | edit source]

1982 - 1989 Suzuki DR 125 1982 - 1989 Suzuki DR 125

The 1982 Suzuki DR 125 has a long history, after all and most of the basic mechanicals were carried through from the 1980s, but when it comes to rugged learner trailies there’s not much wrong with that. A 124 cc 4-stroke engine delivers power to the ground, while the telescopic fork, fully adjustable shock and 112 kg (247 pounds) overall weight work together to maximize the handling characteristics.




2010 Suzuki DR125SM[edit | edit source]

The DR125SM is a small-displacement supermoto built on the proven DR platform, but tweaked to comply with the rigors of aggressive street riding. Asphalt-minded suspensions, grippy tires, a big front rotor and a riding position which provides excellent freedom of movement are the key characteristics of the bike.


Throw in RK Excel rims and cool racey graphics and get ready to drift that rear tire as you slice the city. Obviously, a glorious beginner's bike, as well.

2012 Suzuki DR125SM[edit | edit source]

2012 Suzuki DR125SM 2012 Suzuki DR125SM

The 2012 MY DR125SM stands for entry-point supermoto performance, a bike which can be a neat educational platform for beginning riders, as it is also a wonderful fun machine for more skilled motorcyclists. Surely, an 125cc engine is far from being too evil, but this machine can really be ridden aggressively.


It is equipped with supermoto suspensions, strong Excel rims, sticky tires and comes with special ergonomics which favor an aggressive riding style and killer graphics which are usually seen on big bikes only.


In Media[edit | edit source]


References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019. 
  2. 2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog. K&L Supply Co. 2019.