Cruisers
2001Suzuki GZ125 Marauder
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The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder is an entry-level cruiser designed for new and smaller riders seeking an accessible, stylish motorcycle. Its lightweight 123 kg frame and low 685 mm seat height make it ideal for building confidence, while the reliable single-cylinder engine delivers manageable power for urban commuting and casual riding.
- Capacity
- 124.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 123.0 kg
- Seat height
- 685 mm
- Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder
vs the 2000| Spec | 2000 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 8.3 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.1 ft.lbs) | 8.7 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.4 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM |
| Top speed | 101.0 km/h (62.8 mph) | not listed |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best suited for short commutes, learning the basics of cruiser-style riding, and casual low-speed cruising rather than any performance riding.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, small-cruiser personality that prioritizes style and ease of use over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for highway touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real acceleration or high-speed capability.
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 →9
out of 100Poor
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 63.4% of the time, 18.6 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 9% of models.
All years of this model: 10 / 100 (poor) from 10,545 tests.
63.4%Passed first time
25.0%Failed outright
11.6%Fixed during test
12,000Typical miles
1,629Tests
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 5 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda VT125C Shadow | 27 Below average | 2,744 |
| 2 | Suzuki GN 125 | 19 Poor | 15,158 |
| 3 | Kawasaki Eliminator 125 | 17 Poor | 184 |
| 4 | SYM Husky 125 | 14 Poor | 1,101 |
| 5 | Suzuki GZ125 Marauder | 10 Poor | 10,545 |
| 6 | Kymco Zing 125 | 7 Poor | 322 |
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
- 124.0 ccm
- Power
- 10.0 HP (7.4 kW)
- Torque
- 8.7 Nm (0.9 kgf-m) @ 9500 RPM
- 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
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Seat height
- 685 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
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2001 | 2002 | 2005 | 2009 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 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 | 685 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 | 9 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder?
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Capacity of 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder have?
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Power of 10.0 HP (7.4 kW).
How many gears does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder have?
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder?
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Torque of 8.7 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.4 ft.lbs) @ 9500 RPM.
How much does the Suzuki GZ125 Marauder weigh?
The 2001 Suzuki GZ125 Marauder has a Dry weight of 123.0 kg (271.2 pounds).
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