Sportbikes
1981Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport
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The 1981 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport is a lightweight enduro motorcycle ideal for novice and amateur off-road riders seeking an accessible trail bike. Its air-cooled 125cc two-stroke twin engine delivers 17 horsepower, complemented by a five-speed chain drive and responsive handling. Best known for its reliability and affordability in entry-level enduro competition.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 115.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 9300 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a small-displacement sporty street bike for spirited rides around town and twisty backroads rather than long-distance travel.
- Built for
- A peppy, high-strung 125cc twin-cylinder two-stroke with a sporty dual-disc front end, rewarding revs and agile handling over outright power.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good match for riders seeking sustained high-speed touring, passenger comfort, or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 9300 RPM
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1478 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 43.0 x 43.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 120.0 km/h (74.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 2.75-18
- Rear tyre
- 3.00-18
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 | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 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 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport?
The 1981 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport have?
The 1981 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport has a Power of 17.0 HP (12.5 kW) @ 9300 RPM.
How many gears does the Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport have?
The 1981 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport weigh?
The 1981 Malanca 125 E 2 C Sport has a Wet weight of 115.0 kg (253.5 pounds).
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