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2016Keeway RKV 125
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The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 is a lightweight, budget-friendly commuter bike ideal for novice riders and urban use. Its compact 770mm seat height and manageable 123kg weight make it accessible and easy to handle, while the electric starter and decent fuel capacity of 17 liters offer practicality for daily riding. Known as an affordable entry-level option, the RKV 125 combines Chinese manufacturing efficiency with European branding appeal.
- Capacity
- 124.5 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 123.0 kg
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Power
- 11.0 HP (8.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It is built primarily for low-speed commuting and general everyday errands rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- It has a simple, unintimidating, budget-friendly personality focused on practicality over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- It is not suited for highway touring, carrying a passenger long distances, or riders seeking real speed and power.
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
- 124.5 ccm
- Power
- 11.0 HP (8.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM
- Torque
- 9.2 Nm (0.9 kgf-m) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0894 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.6:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TLI
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multiple-plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1330 mm
- Overall length
- 2090 mm
- Overall width
- 830 mm
- Overall height
- 1060 mm
- Seat height
- 770 mm
- Dry weight
- 123.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 190 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Bassinet type
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Telescopic coil spring oil damped
- Front wheel travel
- 111 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 60 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Other
- Color options
- White, black
- Comments
- Keeway is the American and European brand name of Qianjiang, China.
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 | 2011 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 120 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg | 123 kg |
| Seat height | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm | 770 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 15 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Keeway RKV 125?
The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 has a Capacity of 124.5 ccm (7.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Keeway RKV 125 have?
The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 has a Power of 11.0 HP (8.0 kW) @ 8500 RPM.
How many gears does the Keeway RKV 125 have?
The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Keeway RKV 125?
The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 has a Torque of 9.2 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.8 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM.
How much does the Keeway RKV 125 weigh?
The 2016 Keeway RKV 125 has a Dry weight of 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds).
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