Suzuki VL125 Intruder (1999 - 2009) review

Considerably more expensive than the Marauder, the Intruder remains the better machine that may just serve you beyond passing your test
The Suzuki VL125 Intruder looks kinda cool if you like that kinda thang
There is something inherently wrong with the combination of cruiser looks and hairdryer sounds

If you can see yourself cutting around on this after passing your test, then fair enough, you won’t be disappointed. Not a bad bikeIf you can see yourself cutting around on this after passing your test, then fair enough, you won’t be disappointed. Not a bad bike

Length (mm)2240
Width (mm)880
Height (mm)1110
Dryweight (kg)140
Seats0
Seat Height (mm)685
Suspension FrontTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Suspension RearSwingarm, coil spring, oil damped,
Adjustability Rear5-way adjustable spring preload
Tyres Front90/90-18
Tyres Rear130/90-15
Brakes FrontSingle piston caliper, 275mm single disc
Brakes Rear130mm mechanical drum
Wheelbase (mm)1520
Ground Clearance (mm)150
Trail (mm)120

Cubic Capacity (cc)124
Max Power (bhp)13
Max Power Peak (rpm)10500
Torque (ft/lb)7
Torque Peak (rpm)8000
Bore (mm)44
Stroke (mm)40.9
Valve GearSOHC
Compression Ratio10.3
IgnitionDigital electric
Valves Per Cylinder3
CoolingAir cooled
Fuel DeliveryMikuni BDS26 carburettor
Stroke TypeFour Stroke
DriveChain