Sportbikes
2017KTM RC 125
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The 2017 KTM RC 125 is an agile lightweight sportbike designed for young and novice riders seeking affordable entry into street riding. Known for its sharp handling, aggressive styling, and composed braking performance with ABS, it delivers responsive performance for urban commuting and spirited weekend rides. The liquid-cooled engine and quality WP suspension provide a genuine sportbike experience at an accessible price point.
- Capacity
- 124.7 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 135.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (10.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2017 KTM RC 125
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Single disc. Four-piston calipers. | Single disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. | Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A pint-sized sport machine for spirited canyon carving, commuting and track-day schooling, teaching real sportbike technique on low power.
- Built for
- Energetic, revvy and razor-sharp; a proper baby superbike that rewards momentum and precise lines rather than brute power.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders wanting highway speed, two-up touring, long-distance comfort or any off-road use.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 124.7 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (10.9 kW)
- Torque
- 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1111 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 58.0 x 47.2 mm
- Compression
- 14.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Bosch EMS
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1340 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 135.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 179 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel trellis frame, powder coated
- Front suspension
- WP upside-down Ø 43 mm
- Rear suspension
- WP monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 125 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 150 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.5°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 230 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 95/75-R17
- Rear tyre
- 115/75-R17
Other
- Color options
- White/grey/orange
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 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 | 2023 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124.70 ccm (7.61 cubic inches) | 124.70 ccm (7.61 cubic inches) | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) | 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) | 139.0 kg (306.4 pounds) | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 824 mm (32.4 inches) | 824 mm (32.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) | 10.00 litres (2.64 gallons) | 9.50 litres (2.51 US gallons) | 13.70 litres (3.62 US gallons) | 13.70 litres (3.62 US gallons) |
| Color options | Black/orange | White/grey/orange | White/Black/Orange | White/Orange, Orange/Black | White/Orange, Orange/Black |
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 KTM RC 125?
The 2017 KTM RC 125 has a Capacity of 124.7 ccm (7.61 cubic inches).
What engine power does the KTM RC 125 have?
The 2017 KTM RC 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (10.9 kW).
How many gears does the KTM RC 125 have?
The 2017 KTM RC 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the KTM RC 125?
The 2017 KTM RC 125 has a Torque of 12.0 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the KTM RC 125 weigh?
The 2017 KTM RC 125 has a Dry weight of 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds).
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