Enduro Bikes

2015Honda XR125L

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The 2015 Honda XR125L is a lightweight dual-sport designed for novice and budget-conscious riders navigating both on-road and light off-road terrain. Its manageable 119 kg weight, low 825 mm seat height, and air-cooled 125cc engine make it ideal for learners and commuters in developing markets. Known for reliable simplicity and affordability, this wire-spoked machine excels as an entry-level adventure bike across Asia and Australia.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 119.0 kg
Seat height: 825 mm
Power: 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)

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What’s new for the 2015 Honda XR125L

vs the 2014

Spec	2014	2015
Torque	10.2 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.5 ft.lbs)	10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
Dry weight	129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)	119.0 kg (262.3 pounds)
Rear suspension	Swingarm	Swingarm, monoshock

Other years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail68%

Cornering40%

City riding45%

Daily riding40%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track10%

Best for: Designed as a light, low-powered dual-purpose bike for easy off-road trails, farm work, and short utilitarian rides rather than performance riding.
Built for: A humble, dependable workhorse with modest power, simple air-cooled single-cylinder mechanics, and easygoing off-road manners.
Not ideal for: Not suitable for highway travel, two-up touring, or riders seeking speed, power, or long-distance 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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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 825mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2015 Honda XR125L, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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: 10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.1261 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 52.4 x 57.8 mm
Compression: 9.2:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric & kick
Valves per cylinder: 4

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2100 mm
Overall width: 820 mm
Overall height: 1126 mm
Seat height: 825 mm
Dry weight: 119.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 12.00 litres
Ground clearance: 247 mm
Oil capacity: 1.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.50 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swingarm, monoshock
Front wheel travel: 160 mm
Rear wheel travel: 151 mm
Rake (fork angle): 26.2°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Dual-piston calliper
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front tyre: 90/90-19
Rear tyre: 110/90-17

Other

Color options: Red, black
Comments: Sold in Australia and Asia.

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	2003	2005	2006	2015	2016
Capacity	124 cc	124 cc	124 cc	125 cc	124 cc
Dry weight	116 kg	116 kg	119 kg	119 kg	129 kg
Seat height	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm	825 mm	825 mm
Fuel capacity	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L	12 L