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2016Honda XR125L

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The 2016 Honda XR125L is a lightweight farm and utility bike designed for riders seeking an affordable, dependable workhorse. Known for its electric and kick starting options, durable wire-spoked wheels, and excellent ground clearance, it excels in rugged terrain and agricultural applications. Popular throughout Australia and Asia, this compact dual-sport offers practical transportation with reliable single-cylinder performance.

Capacity
124.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
129.0 kg
Seat height
825 mm
Power
15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
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What’s new for the 2016 Honda XR125L

vs the 2015
Spec20152016
Dry weight 119.0 kg (262.3 pounds) 129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)
Other years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 15Agility 70Comfort 35Off-road 68Touring 20Road manners 30
Off-road & trail68%
Cornering40%
City riding45%
Daily riding40%
Touring20%
Two-up15%
Track10%
Best for
Designed as a light, low-powered dual-purpose bike for easy off-road trails, farm work, and short utilitarian rides rather than performance riding.
Built for
A humble, dependable workhorse with modest power, simple air-cooled single-cylinder mechanics, and easygoing off-road manners.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway travel, two-up touring, or riders seeking speed, power, or long-distance comfort.

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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At 825mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 Honda XR125L, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
124.0 ccm
Power
15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
Torque
10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.1163 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
52.4 x 57.8 mm
Compression
9.2:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1450 mm
Overall length
2100 mm
Overall width
820 mm
Overall height
1126 mm
Seat height
825 mm
Dry weight
129.0 kg
Fuel capacity
12.00 litres
Ground clearance
243 mm
Oil capacity
1.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
3.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Swingarm, monoshock
Front wheel travel
160 mm
Rear wheel travel
151 mm
Rake (fork angle)
26.2°
Trail
101 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. Dual-piston calliper
Front brakes diameter
240 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre
90/90-19
Rear tyre
110/90-17
Other
Color options
Red, black
Comments
Sold in Australia and Asia as a farm bike.

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 20032005200620152016
Capacity 124 cc 124 cc 124 cc 125 cc 124 cc
Dry weight 116 kg 116 kg 119 kg 119 kg 129 kg
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm 820 mm 825 mm 825 mm
Fuel capacity 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L 12 L

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 XR125L?

The 2016 Honda XR125L has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Honda XR125L have?

The 2016 Honda XR125L has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).

How many gears does the Honda XR125L have?

The 2016 Honda XR125L has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Honda XR125L?

The 2016 Honda XR125L has a Torque of 10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Honda XR125L weigh?

The 2016 Honda XR125L has a Dry weight of 129.0 kg (284.4 pounds).

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