Sportbikes
2008Honda XL125V Varadero
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The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero is a lightweight sport-adventure motorcycle ideal for new riders and commuters seeking affordable, reliable transportation. Its compact V-twin engine delivers modest power with excellent fuel efficiency, while the liquid-cooled design ensures consistent performance. Known for durability and low maintenance costs, the Varadero excels as a practical beginner bike or urban runabout.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- V -Twin twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 14.2 HP
What’s new for the 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| Power | 15.00 HP | 14.2 HP |
| Torque | 10.70 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.9 ft.lbs) @ 9500 | 10.0 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.4 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM |
| Weight | 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds) | 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | 802 mm (31.6 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 litres (4.62 gallons) | 16.80 litres (4.44 US gallons) |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Single disc |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm (57.1 inches) | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's a small-capacity adventure-styled machine best used for commuting, learning, and light urban exploration rather than serious touring or off-roading.
- Built for
- It has a mild-mannered, approachable personality with modest V-twin character and no pretensions of outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for experienced riders seeking strong acceleration, high-speed touring, or serious off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 14.2 HP
- Torque
- 10.0 Nm (1.0 kgf-m) @ 8500 RPM
- Engine type
- V -Twin twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0934 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 42.0 x 45.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Fully transistorised with electronic advance
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 35mm telescopic fork, 132mm axle travel
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock swingarm with adjustable spring preload, 150mm axle travel
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 276 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds) | 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds) | 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds) | 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | 802 mm (31.6 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.50 litres (4.62 gallons) | 16.80 litres (4.44 gallons) | 16.80 litres (4.44 gallons) | 16.80 litres (4.44 gallons) |
| Color options | — | — | — | Black, silver |
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 Honda XL125V Varadero?
The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda XL125V Varadero have?
The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero has a Power of 14.2 HP.
How many gears does the Honda XL125V Varadero have?
The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda XL125V Varadero?
The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero has a Torque of 10.0 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.4 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM.
How much does the Honda XL125V Varadero weigh?
The 2008 Honda XL125V Varadero has a Dry weight of 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds).
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