Motocross Bikes
2002Kawasaki KX 125
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The 2002 Kawasaki KX 125 is a competitive two-stroke motocross bike designed for intermediate to advanced riders seeking aggressive performance on the track. Known for its lightweight agility at 191.8 pounds and potent 39.7 horsepower output, it delivers the acceleration and maneuverability that made it a popular choice in the 125cc racing class during the early 2000s.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Seat height
- 945 mm
- Power
- 39.7 HP (29.2 kW)
What’s new for the 2002 Kawasaki KX 125
vs the 2001| Spec | 2001 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 37.8 HP (27.8 kW) | 39.7 HP (29.2 kW) |
| Torque | 24.5 Nm (2.5 kgf-m or 18.1 ft.lbs) | not listed |
| Fuel capacity | 8.50 litres (2.25 US gallons) | 8.40 litres (2.22 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely as a competition motocross machine for racing on dirt tracks, not as a street or all-purpose bike.
- Built for
- 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.
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
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 39.7 HP (29.2 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4563 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 55.0 x 50.6 mm
- Compression
- 8.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Petrol Mix (32:1)
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1458 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Overall width
- 828 mm
- Overall height
- 1240 mm
- Seat height
- 945 mm
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.40 litres
- Ground clearance
- 340 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Perimeter style, high-tensile steel with aluminum subframe
- Front suspension
- Inverted Forks
- Rear suspension
- Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 305 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 330 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.5°
- Trail
- 111 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 190 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21 51
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-19 57
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1990 | 1994 | 1998 | 2002 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | — |
| Seat height | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm | 945 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.5 L | 8.5 L | 8.5 L | 8.4 L | 8.2 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki KX 125?
The 2002 Kawasaki KX 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki KX 125 have?
The 2002 Kawasaki KX 125 has a Power of 39.7 HP (29.2 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki KX 125 have?
The 2002 Kawasaki KX 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki KX 125 weigh?
The 2002 Kawasaki KX 125 has a Dry weight of 87.0 kg (191.8 pounds).
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