Adventure Motorcycles

2003Honda Varadero 125

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The 2003 Honda Varadero 125 is a learner-legal adventure-styled bike with a rare 125cc V-twin. Its liquid-cooled engine makes 15 hp and 10.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox, for a top speed of about 115 km/h. A 17.5-litre tank gives it excellent range for a 125.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 149.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2003 Honda Varadero 125

vs the 2002

Spec	2002	2003
Power	15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 11000 RPM	15.0 HP (11.0 kW)

Other years 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2009 2010 2011 2014 2015

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail20%

Cornering55%

City riding72%

Daily riding68%

Touring42%

Two-up30%

Track15%

Best for: It's designed as an entry-level, adventure-styled commuter for gentle road use rather than genuine touring or performance riding.
Built for: A friendly, unthreatening small-capacity all-rounder with adventure styling but modest real-world performance.
Not ideal for: It's not for experienced riders seeking strong acceleration, highway touring comfort, or any serious off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2003 Honda Varadero 125, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 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: 125.0 ccm
Power: 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
Torque: 10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1007 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 42.0 x 45.0 mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Dual digital transistorised with electronic advance
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiplate with coil springs

Performance

Top speed: 115.0 km/h (71.5 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2150 mm
Overall width: 850 mm
Overall height: 1250 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 149.0 kg
Wet weight: 169.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.50 litres
Ground clearance: 190 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 2.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: 35mm telescopic fork, 132mm axle travel
Rear suspension: Monoshock swingarm with adjustable spring preload, 150mm axle travel
Front wheel travel: 150 mm
Rear wheel travel: 150 mm
Trail: 97 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 276 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-18 56P
Rear tyre: 130/80-17 65P

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	2001	2003	2004	2006	2011	2015
Capacity	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	149 kg	149 kg	149 kg	149 kg	152 kg	152 kg
Seat height	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	17.5 L	17.5 L	17.5 L	17.7 L	16.8 L	16.8 L