Honda XR125L (2003 - 2009) review

An excellent choice for learners keen to explore offroad
Versatile and easygoing, the Honda XR125L is an ideal first bike.
Small engine size feels underpowered when the going gets really dirty

New for 2003 with the Big Red dirt bike family’s styling (to an extent). The XR will cope with day-in, day-out commutes – and you get dirt abilityNew for 2003 with the Big Red dirt bike family’s styling (to an extent). The XR will cope with day-in, day-out commutes – and you get dirt ability

Length (mm)2110
Width (mm)820
Height (mm)1132
Dryweight (kg)119
Seats0
Seat Height (mm)820
Suspension Front31mm telescopic fork, 180mm axle travel
Suspension RearMonoshock damper, 160mm axle travel
Wheels Front19 x MT1.85
Wheels Rear17 x MT2.15
Tyres Front90/90-19
Tyres Rear110/90-17
Brakes Front240mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper and
Brakes Rear110mm leading/trailing drum
Tank Capacity (litres)12
Wheelbase (mm)1358
Ground Clearance (mm)250
Trail (mm)89

Cubic Capacity (cc)124
Max Power (bhp)11
Max Power Peak (rpm)8500
Torque (ft/lb)7
Torque Peak (rpm)7000
Bore (mm)56.5
Stroke (mm)49.5
Valve GearOHV
Compression Ratio9.5
IgnitionDigital transistorised with electronic advance
CoolingAir cooled
Fuel Delivery22mm PD-type carburettor
Stroke TypeFour Stroke
DriveChain