Adventure Motorcycles
2008Honda XL 125 Varadero
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The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero is a small adventure-styled tourer with a rare 125cc V-twin. Its liquid-cooled 124cc V-twin makes 14.2 hp and 10.5 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain. An 802 mm seat, 169 kg wet weight and 16.8-litre tank give learners big-bike comfort and range.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Seat height
- 802 mm
- Power
- 14.2 HP (10.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long road journeys with the ability to handle gravel and light trails along the way.
- Built for
- An adventure bike from Honda with a 124cc engine; its character is easy-going and economical, with 14 hp on tap.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders who want a low, light city bike or serious competition off-road riding.
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
- 14.2 HP (10.4 kW)
- Torque
- 10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0934 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 42.0 x 45.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Fully transistorised with electronic advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Overall length
- 2150 mm
- Overall width
- 850 mm
- Seat height
- 802 mm
- Dry weight
- 152.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 169.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 16.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
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
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | 152 kg | 152 kg | 152 kg |
| Seat height | 802 mm | 802 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 16.8 L | 16.8 L | 16.8 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 XL 125 Varadero?
The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda XL 125 Varadero have?
The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero has a Power of 14.2 HP (10.4 kW).
How many gears does the Honda XL 125 Varadero have?
The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Honda XL 125 Varadero?
The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero has a Torque of 10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM.
How much does the Honda XL 125 Varadero weigh?
The 2008 Honda XL 125 Varadero has a Dry weight of 152.0 kg (335.1 pounds).
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