2016Kawasaki KLX125

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The 2016 Kawasaki KLX125 is an entry-level dual-sport motorcycle designed for novice riders and younger enthusiasts seeking a lightweight, manageable platform for learning fundamental riding skills. Its compact 830mm seat height, narrow 770mm width, and forgiving 125cc engine make it ideal for building confidence on both pavement and light off-road terrain. The bike is best known for its affordability, reliability, and accessibility as an excellent starter motorcycle.

Capacity: 125.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Wet weight: 113.0 kg
Seat height: 830 mm
Power: 10.3 HP (7.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail55%

Cornering60%

City riding65%

Daily riding40%

Touring12%

Two-up10%

Track20%

Best for: Built as a small-displacement supermoto-style commuter, it is best suited to short urban trips, playful backstreet riding, and light casual use rather than serious performance or distance work.
Built for: It has a nimble, flickable, toy-like personality that rewards playful low-speed riding over outright pace.
Not ideal for: It is not a good fit for highway touring, carrying a passenger regularly, or anyone seeking strong acceleration or high top speed.

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Will it fit you?

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Units

At 830mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 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: 10.3 HP (7.5 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque: 10.0 Nm (1.0 kgf-m) @ 6400 RPM
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0912 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): 27.1°
Trail: 101 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Petal disc.Twin-piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter: 240 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Petal disc. Single-piston.
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	2014	2016	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