Derbi’s Terra Adventure 125 is a fantastic looking machine which bears more than a passing resemblance to the best selling BMW GS – albeit in a learner legal package. If you’re looking for adventure on a budget or just a small capacity bike to have some fun on you won’t be disappointed.
Engine
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Derbi’s Terra Adventure 125 has a four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine that kicks out a claimed 15hp and should be good for a little over 70mph. The Derbi Terra Adventure 125 may not have loads of power but it loves a handful of throttle and will happily rev to 11,500rpm.
Ride and Handling
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The Derbi Terra Adventure 125 showed its pedigree out in the wilds and handled the terrain perfectly. Great suspension front and rear, fantastic brakes (which stayed sharp despite our heavy abuse) and precise steering all added up to one of the best learner legal rides around. The saddle sits at 815mm but due to its narrow profile actually feels much lower, so riders of less than average height can manage the stylish 121kg bike.
Equipment
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The Derbi Terra Adventure 125’s styling is well thought out, perfectly executed and also has a bash plate to protect that vulnerable engine whilst you’re living the dream out in the countryside. So, not only does the Derbi do the job, on or off road but it also looks the part and gives the appearance of a larger capacity bike.
Quality and Reliability
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Derbis have long been classier and better quality than most 125s – think Aprilia and you won’t be far wrong – and the Terra Adventure 125 is no different than most. Finish is generally good and, thanks largely to the Minerelli engine, there are noi reported reliability problems yet, either.
Value
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At around £3K, the Derbi Terra Adventure 125 is in the high-end category of learner bikes, but for the most part you get what you pay for. Besides, compared to other, bigger dual purpose bikes is that you don’t need a mortgage to own one.
Insurance
Insurance group: 4
Model History
2009: Model launched
Other Versions
Specifications
| Top speed | 70mph |
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| 1/4-mile acceleration | secs |
| Power | 15bhp |
| Torque | ftlb |
| Weight | 117kg |
| Seat height | 850mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | mpg |
| Tank range | miles |
| Insurance group | 4 |
| Engine size | 124cc |
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| Engine specification | Air-cooled, four-stroke single, five gears |
| Frame | Tubular steel |
| Front suspension adjustment | 41mm telescopic forks, no adjust |
| Rear suspension adjustment | Single shock, preload adjust |
| Front brakes | 300mm disc |
| Rear brake | 220mm disc |
| Front tyre size | 90/90 x 21 |
| Rear tyre size | 130/80 x 17 |
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