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1998CZ 125

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The 1998 CZ 125 is a lightweight allround motorcycle suited for novice riders and urban commuting. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers 10 horsepower with minimal weight at 136 kg, making it nimble and accessible. Known for reliable simplicity and fuel efficiency, it excels as an affordable entry-level machine.

Capacity
123.0 ccm
Engine
Single
Gearbox
4-speed
Dry weight
136.0 kg
Seat height
Not on record
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Power
10.0 HP (7.4 kW)

What’s new for the 1998 CZ 125

vs the 1997
Spec19971998
Dry weight 130.0 kg (286.6 pounds) 136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Seat height 780 mm (30.7 inches) not listed
Fuel capacity 12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons) not listed
Front brakes Single disc not listed
Cooling — Air
Other years 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 17Agility 62Comfort 40Off-road 35Touring 20Road manners 45
Off-road & trail35%
Cornering40%
City riding60%
Daily riding50%
Touring20%
Two-up20%
Track10%
Best for
It's best suited for short commutes, learning to ride, and light everyday errands rather than performance or long-distance riding.
Built for
It has a simple, unintimidating, and forgiving character typical of small-capacity two-stroke allround bikes from its era.
Not ideal for
It is not suitable for riders seeking highway speeds, long-distance touring, or carrying a passenger comfortably.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
123.0 ccm
Power
10.0 HP (7.4 kW)
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.0735 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Air
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
4-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Dimensions & weight
Dry weight
136.0 kg
Seat height
Not on record - add it

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 19971998199920002001
Capacity 123 cc 123 cc 123 cc 123 cc 123 cc
Dry weight 130 kg 136 kg 126 kg 126 kg 126 kg
Seat height 780 mm — — 850 mm 850 mm
Fuel capacity 12.5 L — 12.5 L 12.5 L 12.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the CZ 125?

The 1998 CZ 125 has a Capacity of 123.0 ccm (7.51 cubic inches).

What engine power does the CZ 125 have?

The 1998 CZ 125 has a Power of 10.0 HP (7.4 kW).

How many gears does the CZ 125 have?

The 1998 CZ 125 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.

How much does the CZ 125 weigh?

The 1998 CZ 125 has a Dry weight of 136.0 kg (299.8 pounds).

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