Dual-Sport Motorcycles
1981Suzuki RV 125
18 fields on record
The 1981 Suzuki RV 125 VanVan is a fat-tyred dual-purpose bike for relaxed riding on beaches, tracks and town roads. Its 123cc air-cooled single makes 8 hp, with a 110 kg wet weight.
- Capacity
- 123.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 110.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 8.0 HP (5.9 kW) @ 6000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as a lightweight, easy-to-handle small trail-flavored runabout for gentle off-road paths, farm tracks, and short low-speed journeys rather than any serious performance riding.
- Built for
- It has a playful, utilitarian, and slightly eccentric character thanks to its oversized soft tyres and modest two-stroke single, prioritizing charm and manageability over speed.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the machine for highway touring, carrying a passenger in comfort, or anyone seeking modern performance and speed.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 123.0 ccm
- Power
- 8.0 HP (5.9 kW) @ 6000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0727 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 56.0 x 50.0 mm
- Compression
- 6.3:1
- Cooling system
- Air
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 92.0 km/h (57.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 5.40-14
- Rear tyre
- 6.70-10
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 123 cc | 123 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 5 L | 5 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 Suzuki RV 125?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 125 has a Capacity of 123.0 ccm (7.51 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Suzuki RV 125 have?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 125 has a Power of 8.0 HP (5.9 kW) @ 6000 RPM.
How many gears does the Suzuki RV 125 have?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 125 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Suzuki RV 125 weigh?
The 1981 Suzuki RV 125 has a Wet weight of 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds).
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