Motocross Bikes
1997Honda CR 125
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The 1997 Honda CR 125 is a lightweight two-stroke motocross racer from Honda's CR range. Its liquid-cooled 124cc single makes 35 hp through a six-speed gearbox and chain. With a tall 947 mm seat, 87 kg dry weight and a 9-litre tank, it rewards an aggressive, high-revving riding style.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Seat height
- 947 mm
- Power
- 35.0 HP (25.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for closed-course motocross racing and off-road competition, not for general transportation.
- Built for
- A raw, aggressive, race-bred two-stroke that rewards aggressive throttle control and precise body positioning with explosive acceleration and razor-sharp handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for commuting, highway travel, passengers, or riders seeking comfort, low maintenance, or a forgiving, beginner-friendly ride.
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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- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 35.0 HP (25.7 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.4023 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.7:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Pre mix
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- wet, multi plate. constant mesh
Performance
- Top speed
- 130.0 km/h (80.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1458 mm
- Overall length
- 2151 mm
- Overall width
- 823 mm
- Overall height
- 1278 mm
- Seat height
- 947 mm
- Dry weight
- 87.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 345 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum Frame
- Front suspension
- Inverted forks
- Rear suspension
- Pro Link
- Front wheel travel
- 272 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 318 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 101 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21 51M
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-19 57M
Other
- Color options
- Red/White
- Modifications compared to previous model
- Better exhaust valves than the 91 and 93, 94.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 1992 | 1995 | 1997 | 2000 | 2002 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 87 kg | 88 kg |
| Seat height | 963 mm | 947 mm | 947 mm | 947 mm | 947 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.5 L | 9 L | 9 L | 9 L | 7.7 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 CR 125?
The 1997 Honda CR 125 has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda CR 125 have?
The 1997 Honda CR 125 has a Power of 35.0 HP (25.7 kW).
How many gears does the Honda CR 125 have?
The 1997 Honda CR 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Honda CR 125 weigh?
The 1997 Honda CR 125 has a Dry weight of 87.0 kg (191.8 pounds).
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