Sportbikes
2024Kawasaki Ninja 125
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The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 is an entry-level sport bike designed for new riders and commuters seeking an affordable, nimble machine. Powered by a 15 HP single-cylinder four-stroke engine with fuel injection, it delivers responsive handling and fuel efficiency in a lightweight package. Best known for making sportbike styling accessible to beginners, it combines Ninja heritage with practical everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 149.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (10.9 kW) @ 10000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It is designed primarily for commuting, urban riding, and learning sport riding fundamentals rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- It has a sporty, aggressive Ninja-styled character with modest real-world performance suited to relaxed, approachable riding.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suited to experienced riders seeking high speed, long-distance touring comfort, or off-road capability.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (10.9 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 61 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.60 litres/100 km (38.5 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1007 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 58.0 x 47.2 mm
- Compression
- 11.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Clutch
- Multi plate wet
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1330 mm
- Overall length
- 1935 mm
- Overall width
- 685 mm
- Overall height
- 1075 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 149.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 170 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, steel
- Front suspension
- 37 mm telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable preload
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Trail
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc. Dual-piston caliper.
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc. Dual-piston caliper.
- Front tyre
- 100/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green/Ebony/Red
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 | 2020 | 2022 | 2024 | 2025 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 137 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.4 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 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 Kawasaki Ninja 125?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (10.9 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 have?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja 125?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Torque of 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 weigh?
The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Wet weight of 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds).
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