That the Kawasaki KMX125 is one of the most stolen motorcycles in Britain should tell you all there is to know about it. The Kawasaki KMX125 is tough, cheap to run and cheap to fix and very capable off-road (handy when doing a runner from the law). Spares are plentiful and de-restricted versions can twist a dyno to a heady 23bhp.
Engine
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As bog stock the Kawasaki KMX125's two-stroke SOHC motor makes just 12bhp, though the KIPS induction valves means that the power is evenly spread and not tightly jammed at the top end. It’s important to keep these valves clean, but thankfully it’s a simple job (just remove the exhaust and cylinder head, dig out the valves and clean them with a wire brush). De-restricting the Kawasaki KMX125's motor involves removing a welded-in washer in the exhaust pipe and using a softer spring to let the KIPS actuator open fully.
Ride and Handling
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By now even pampered Kawasaki KMX125s will feel tired. And no-one pampers a Kawasaki KMX125. Head races will be squared, fork oil thin and the shock out of damping. Fortunately none of that’s too dear to sort. Once fettled the Kawasaki KMX125 can well handle on and off-road action (with the right tyres). If the brakes feel poor they probably just need a bleed and fresh pads, but if you're buying a Kawasaki KMX125 check the hoses for bulges and the discs for wear.
Equipment
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The Kawasaki KMX125's clocks are good (tacho, speedo and a fuel gauge) and there’s a luggage rack. Basic but good, that's the Kawasaki KMX125 .
Quality and Reliability
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The Kawasaki KMX125 isn’t fussy about which stroker oil you use, so long as you keep it topped up. New pistons and rings for the Kawasaki KMX125 are cheap (£25-30) and the motor’s good for going on for 50,000 miles, though de-restricted ones can be very unreliable.
Value
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The Kawasaki KMX125 is a blinding wee bike. Never pay more than a grand, though and be very careful to check the legal status of any Kawasaki KMX125 with a call to MCN’s Bikecheck hotline: 01722 435555
Insurance
Insurance group: 5
Model History
1986: Kawasaki KMX125 introduced.
2003: Kawasaki KMX125 discontinued.
2003: Kawasaki KMX125 discontinued.
Other Versions
None.
Specifications
| Top speed | 71mph |
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| 1/4-mile acceleration | 18.4 secs |
| Power | 12bhp |
| Torque | 9ftlb |
| Weight | 110kg |
| Seat height | 865mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | 55mpg |
| Tank range | 110 miles |
| Insurance group | 5 |
| Engine size | 124cc |
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| Engine specification | 4v single, 6 gears |
| Frame | Tubular steel cradle |
| Front suspension adjustment | None |
| Rear suspension adjustment | Preload |
| Front brakes | Single 230mm disc |
| Rear brake | 210mm disc |
| Front tyre size | 2.75 x 21 |
| Rear tyre size | 4.10 x 18 |
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