Kawasaki KE125 (1979-82)

The Kawasaki KE125 motorcycle was produced from 1979 to 1982. It has a two-stroke, single cylinder, rotary valve engine with a capacity of 124cc and a compression ratio of 7.0:1. The carburetor induction and membrane ignition allow for easy starting with a kick. The bike has a maximum power of 13hp at 7500rpm and a maximum torque of 1.5kgf-m at 6000rpm. The transmission is a six-speed and the final drive is by chain. The front suspension consists of telescopic forks and the rear suspension has dual shocks. The front and rear brakes are both drum brakes. The front tyre is 2.75-21 and the rear tyre is 3.50-18, making for a comfortable ride. The dry weight of the bike is 97kg with a fuel capacity of 9.5 litres or 2.5 US gallons. Overall, the Kawasaki KE125 motorcycle is a reliable and durable bike that is suitable for commuting or leisure riding.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki KE 125

Year: 1979 – 82
Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder, rotary valves
Capacity: 124 cc / 7.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 56 50.6 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 7.0:1
Induction: Carburetor
Ignition: Membrane
Starting: Kick
Max Power: 13 hp / 9.6 kW @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque: 1.5 kgf-m / 10.8 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Dual shocks
Front Brakes: Drum
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 2.75-21
Rear Tyre: 3.50-18
Dry Weight /: 97 kg / 213.8 lbs
: 110 kg / 242.5 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 9.5 Litres / 2.5 US gal