What category is the 1999 Kawasaki KX 125?

General information
Category	Cross / motocross
Model	Kawasaki KX 125
Year	1999
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Gearbox	6-speed
Lubrication system	Petrol Mix (32:1)
Starter	Kick
Ignition	CDI
Fuel system	Carburettor
Bore x stroke	56.0 x 50.6 mm (2.2 x 2.0 inches)
Compression	8.2:1
Torque	24.50
Power	37.80
Stroke	2
Engine type	Single cylinder
Capacity:	124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,445 mm (56.9 inches)
Ground clearance	935 mm (36.8 inches)
Overall width	815 mm (32.1 inches)
Overall length	2,135 mm (84.1 inches)
Overall height	1,215 mm (47.8 inches)
Dry weight	86.5 kg (190.7 pounds)

Kawasaki KX 125 dimensions and frame
Rear brakes diameter	190 mm (7.5 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes diameter	220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc
Rear tyre dimensions	100/90-19 57
Front tyre dimensions	80/100-21 51
Rear suspension travel	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Rear suspension	Monoshock
Front suspension travel	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front suspension	Inverted Forks
Trail	108 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.5°
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.4370 HP/kg

Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	8.50 litres (2.25 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

40.5 hp

Peak Power

Track60%

City10%

Cornering90%

Daily Riding10%

Touring8%

Passenger5%

Best For	This bike suits experienced off-road riders who are comfortable with a tall seat, aggressive power delivery, and no electronic aids.
Purpose	Built purely as a competition motocross machine for racing on dirt tracks, not as a street or all-purpose bike.
Rider Fit	Demands a fit, athletic rider able to stand on the pegs, shift body weight actively, and handle a firm, high suspension setup.
Character	A raw, high-strung racing tool that rewards aggressive riding with sharp handling and explosive acceleration out of corners.
Not Ideal For	Not suitable for commuting, touring, passengers, or riders seeking comfort, low seat height, or road-legal usability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.