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2021Herald Maverick 125

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The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 is a retro-styled 125cc bike from UK brand Herald. Its air-cooled 125cc single makes 9.8 hp and 8 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 96.6 km/h. An 885 mm seat, 121 kg dry weight and 12-litre tank suit learner riders.

Capacity
125.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
121.0 kg
Seat height
885 mm
Power
9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 27Agility 72Comfort 45Off-road 78Touring 35Road manners 40
Off-road & trail78%
Cornering55%
City riding55%
Daily riding50%
Touring35%
Two-up30%
Track15%
Best for
It's built for trail exploration, green-laning, and light off-road adventure rather than outright speed.
Built for
It has the character of a simple, no-frills enduro thumper that rewards momentum and finesse over raw power.
Not ideal for
It's not for riders seeking high-speed highway cruising or serious two-up touring 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 885mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2021 Herald Maverick 125, with a relaxed knee angle of around 140 degrees and a forward-leaning 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
125.0 ccm
Power
9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
Torque
8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0810 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Performance
Top speed
96.6 km/h (60.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
885 mm
Dry weight
121.0 kg
Fuel capacity
12.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Steel
Front suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear suspension
Twin shocks
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Other
Color options
Matt Black, Silver, Yellow Gloss, Gummetal Grey, Blue Metallic, Green Metallic, Maroon Metallic
Comments
UK brand.

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 20182020202120232024
Capacity 124 cc 125 cc 125 cc 125 cc 124 cc
Dry weight 121 kg 121 kg 121 kg 120 kg 121 kg
Seat height 740 mm 885 mm 885 mm 885 mm 740 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 Herald Maverick 125?

The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Herald Maverick 125 have?

The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 has a Power of 9.8 HP (7.2 kW).

How many gears does the Herald Maverick 125 have?

The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

What is the torque of the Herald Maverick 125?

The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 has a Torque of 8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 5.9 ft.lbs).

How much does the Herald Maverick 125 weigh?

The 2021 Herald Maverick 125 has a Dry weight of 121.0 kg (266.8 pounds).

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