Honda XL 125V Varadero

Production years: 2007–2010
Brand: Honda

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Selected year: 2010

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 125 cm³
Power: 14.2 hp (10.6 kW) at 11,000 rpm
Dry weight: 152 kg
Seat height: 800 mm

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Overview

The Honda XL 125V Varadero is an adventure motorcycle produced from 2007 to 2010. For 2010, its 125 cm³ liquid-cooled V-twin four-stroke makes 14.2 hp (10.6 kW) and 10.0 Nm of torque at 8,500 rpm, with a dry weight of 152 kg.

An 800 mm seat and 152 kg dry weight shape how it feels at stops and during low-speed maneuvering. The 190 mm ground clearance, 132 mm of front axle travel, and 150 mm at the rear give it room to handle uneven surfaces; rear spring preload is adjustable to suit the load or rider.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 42.0 x 45.0 mm
Engine capacity: 125 cm³
Compression ratio: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: Fully transistorised with electronic advance
Starting: Electric

Performance and transmission

Power: 14.2 hp (10.6 kW) at 11,000 rpm
Power weight ratio: 0.0934 HP/kg (dry)
Torque: 10 Nm at 8,500 rpm
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 152 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.8 L
Ground clearance: 190 mm
Overall height: 1,250 mm
Overall length: 2,150 mm
Overall width: 833 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Wheelbase: 1,450 mm

Chassis and suspension

Front suspension: 35mm telescopic fork, 132mm axle travel
Rear suspension: Monoshock swingarm with adjustable spring preload, 150mm axle travel

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 276 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-M18
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Rear tyre: 130/80-M17

Colours and equipment

Colours: Black, silver

Model years

2008

Power: 15 hp (11 kW) → 14.2 hp (10.6 kW); Torque: 10.7 Nm → 10 Nm; Seat height: 802 mm → 800 mm; Fuel capacity: 17.5 L → 16.8 L

Specification
Engine capacity	125 cm³	125 cm³	125 cm³	125 cm³
Power	15 hp (11 kW)	14.2 hp (10.6 kW)	14.2 hp (10.6 kW)	14.2 hp (10.6 kW)
Torque	10.7 Nm	10 Nm	10 Nm	10 Nm
Dry weight	149 kg	152 kg	152 kg	152 kg
Seat height	802 mm	800 mm	800 mm	800 mm
Fuel capacity	17.5 L	16.8 L	16.8 L	16.8 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Adjustable rear preload
Rear spring preload can be adjusted, letting you set the suspension for different loads.
Room for uneven surfaces
The 190 mm of ground clearance and 150 mm of rear axle travel help when riding over rough ground.

Things to consider

Torque peaks at high rpm
Peak torque arrives at 8,500 rpm, so the engine's strongest pull is higher in the rev range.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 800 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 800 mm

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How to measure

Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.

Estimated ground reach

Both feet likely flat

You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.

Seat height

800 mm

Approx. loaded height

770 mm

Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.