Kawasaki KE125 (1980-82)

The Kawasaki KE125 is a two-stroke, single cylinder motorcycle that was produced from 1980 to 1982. It has a 174cc capacity and a compression ratio of 7.0:1. The bike is air-cooled, with a Mikuni VM26SS carburetor for induction and a CDI magneto type for ignition. The kick-started engine produces a maximum power of 21 hp at 7000 rpm and a maximum torque. The bike has a 6-speed transmission and a chain-driven final drive, with front and rear drum brakes. The front suspension consists of telescopic forks, while the rear suspension is a Uni-Trak single-shot. The height of the bike is 1125 mm, with a seat height of 845 mm and a ground clearance of 245 mm. The dry weight of the bike is 102 kg and the fuel capacity is 9.6 liters. The Kawasaki KE125 has a long wheelbase of 1360 mm, making it a stable ride. With its strong power output and efficient transmission, the KE125 offers a smooth ride and good performance.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki KE 175

Year: 1980 – 82

Engine: Two stroke, single cylinder, rotary valves

Capacity: 174 cc / 12.4 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 61.5 58.8 mm

Cooling System: Air cooled

Compression Ratio: 7.0:1

Induction: Mikuni VM26SS, 26mm slide type.carburetor

Ignition: CDI magneto type. Battery: 6V, 6Ah.

Starting: Kick

Max Power: 21 hp / 15.6 kW @ 7000 rpm

Max Torque:

Transmission: 6 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Gear Ratio: 1st 26.18, 2nd 16.17, 3rd 11.99, 4th 9.33, 5th (top) 7.86

Frame: Welded, tubular, single cradle

Front Suspension: Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Uni-Trak single-shock

Rear Wheel Travel: 254 mm / 10 in

Front Brakes: Drum

Rear Brakes: Drum

Front Tyre: 2.75-21

Rear Tyre: 3.50-18

Dimensions: Length 2130 mm / 83.8in Width 890 mm / 35in Height 1125 mm / 44.3in

Wheelbase:: 1360 mm / 53.5in

Seat height: 845 mm / 33.3 in

Ground Clearance: 245 mm / 9.6 in

Dry Weight: 102 kg / 225 1b

Fuel Capacity: 9.6 Litres / 2.1 gal