Cruisers
2000Suzuki GZ125 Marauder
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The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder is a small cruiser for learner riders. Its air-cooled 125cc single makes 10 hp and 8.3 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and chain, for a top speed of about 101 km/h. A very low 680 mm seat and 14-litre tank make it easy to ride.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 123.0 kg
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder
vs the 1999| Spec | 1999 | 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 125.5 kg (276.7 pounds) | 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic | not listed |
| Rear suspension | Twin shock absorber, adjustable spring preload | not listed |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built for relaxed, low-speed cruiser styling and short urban or suburban rides rather than outright performance.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, classic cruiser attitude, prioritizing style and easy manageability over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- This bike is not for riders wanting highway touring comfort, off-road capability, or any real high-speed 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?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →8
out of 100Poor
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 62.5% of the time, 19.4 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 8% of models.
All years of this model: 10 / 100 (poor) from 10,545 tests.
62.5%Passed first time
26.4%Failed outright
11.0%Fixed during test
13,000Typical miles
1,823Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
9
8
9
11
9
19
199920002001200220062009
Against its rivals · ranks 4 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suzuki GN 125 | 19 Poor | 15,158 |
| 2 | Kawasaki Eliminator 125 | 17 Poor | 184 |
| 3 | SYM Husky 125 | 14 Poor | 1,101 |
| 4 | Suzuki GZ125 Marauder | 10 Poor | 10,545 |
| 5 | Kymco Zing 125 | 7 Poor | 322 |
| 6 | Aprilia Classic 125 | 6 Poor | 235 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW)
- Torque
- 8.3 Nm (0.8 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0813 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.8 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 101.0 km/h (62.8 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Seat height
- 680 mm
- Dry weight
- 123.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 139.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 275 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-15
Other
- Color options
- Black, blue
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 | 1998 | 2000 | 2002 | 2005 | 2009 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | 125 kg | 123 kg | 126 kg | 126 kg | 126 kg | 126 kg |
| Seat height | 685 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm | 680 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 13 L | 15.9 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | 8 Poor | 11 Poor | Too few tests | 19 Poor | Too few tests |
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 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder?
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder have?
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Power of 10.0 HP (7.4 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder have?
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder?
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Torque of 8.3 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.1 ft.lbs).
How much does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder weigh?
The 2000 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Dry weight of 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds).
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