2012Kawasaki KLX125

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The 2012 Kawasaki KLX 125 is an entry-level dual-sport designed for beginner and younger riders seeking an affordable, lightweight machine for trail and street use. Known for its reliable electric starter, manageable 830mm seat height, and nimble handling, it excels as a learner bike with genuine off-road capability. The lime green color option and compact dimensions make it accessible and fun for its target audience.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 113.0 kg
Seat height: 830 mm
Power: 10.2 HP (7.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2012 Kawasaki KLX125

vs the 2011

Spec	2011	2012
Front brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Twin-piston

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail75%

Cornering40%

City riding45%

Daily riding40%

Touring20%

Two-up15%

Track10%

Best for: It is designed for light trail riding, learning off-road skills, and easy commuting rather than outright performance.
Built for: It has a friendly, unintimidating personality with modest power delivery that rewards smooth, patient riding rather than aggression.
Not ideal for: It is not for experienced riders seeking highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or serious high-speed off-road performance.

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 830mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2012 Kawasaki KLX125, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and an upright 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: 10.2 HP (7.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque: 10.0 Nm (1.0 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0903 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 54.4 mm
Compression: 9.5:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital DC-CDI
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1285 mm
Overall length: 1980 mm
Overall width: 770 mm
Overall height: 1090 mm
Seat height: 830 mm
Wet weight: 113.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 7.00 litres
Ground clearance: 255 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Perimeter, steel
Front suspension: 33 mm telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Uni-Trak
Front wheel travel: 175 mm
Rear wheel travel: 180 mm
Rake (fork angle): 27.2°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Twin-piston
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 190 mm
Front tyre: 70/100-19
Rear tyre: 90/100-16

Other

Color options: Lime green

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	2005	2008	2011	2012	2014	2017
Capacity	124 cc	124 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc	125 cc
Dry weight	80 kg	80 kg	—	—	—	—
Seat height	775 mm	775 mm	830 mm	830 mm	830 mm	830 mm
Fuel capacity	6.4 L	6.4 L	7 L	7 L	7 L	7 L