SWM Hoku 125 Red - 2026 Specifications and Reviews

The SWM Hoku 125 Red is an entry-level naked bike designed for new riders and commuters seeking affordable, practical urban transportation. Its lightweight 124.7cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine delivers responsive performance while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency. Known for its accessible handling and reliable DOHC engineering, it excels in city riding and short-distance commuting.

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General information

Color OptionsRed
CategoryNaked bike
ModelSWM Hoku 125 Red

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
Emission DetailsEuro 5
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionElectronic
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
InductionInjection
Valves Per Cylinder4
Bore x Stroke58.0 x 47.2 mm (2.3 x 1.9 inches)
Compression Ratio12.8:1
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Capacity:124.7 ccm (7.61 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat Height790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wet Weight136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
 
 

SWM Hoku 125 Red dimensions and frame

Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS, floating caliper
Brake Disc Diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front BrakesSingle disc. ABS, floating caliper
Rear Tyre140/60-17
Front Tyre110/70-17
Rear Wheel Travel250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionKayba progressive “soft damp” single hydraulic shock absorber
Front Wheel Travel250 mm (9.8 inches)
Front SuspensionKayba upside down telescopic hydraulic fork

Other specs

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CommentsItalian brand.
Instruments7-inch TFT Meter
Output14.8 HP (10.8 kW))
Year of manufacture2025

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

14.8 hp
Peak Power

Best For

Track20%
City82%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding78%
Touring30%
Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is an approachable machine best suited to beginners or license-restricted riders taking their first steps into naked bikes.
PurposeIt is built primarily for urban commuting and learning the ropes, not for high-speed or long-distance riding.
Rider FitA low 790mm seat height and light 136kg wet weight make it easy to handle for riders of most sizes and shorter riders alike.
CharacterThe single-cylinder, DOHC engine and quality Kayba suspension give it a lively, nimble feel for its class with surprisingly capable brakes and chassis for a small-displacement bike.
Not Ideal ForThis is not the bike for riders seeking highway overtaking power, extended motorway touring, or off-road adventuring.

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

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Feet:

At 790mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2026 SWM Hoku 125 Red, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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