Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION
- Production years
- 2016–2017
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI J125 Special Edition (2016-Present)
Selected year: 2017
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 125 cm³
- Power
- 14 hp (10 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 182 kg
- Seat height
- 775 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION is a scooter from the J family, produced from 2016 to 2017. The 2017 model has a 125 cm³ liquid-cooled, four-stroke single producing 14 hp (10 kW) and 11.5 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm, with a wet weight of 182 kg.
Its automatic CVT and belt final drive mean there is no manual shifting or chain to clean and adjust. The 775 mm seat height gives a relatively low perch, while the 182 kg wet weight can take more effort to manage at walking speed. Rear shocks have five-way adjustable preload, and ABS is optional on both disc brakes.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.5 mm
- Engine capacity
- 125 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- ECU Control (Full transistor)
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 14 hp (10 kW) at 9,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.0769 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 11.5 Nm at 7,000 rpm
- Clutch
- CVT with centrifugal clutch
- Final drive
- Belt
- Transmission type
- Automatic
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 13 L
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Overall height
- 1,260 mm
- Overall length
- 2,235 mm
- Seat height
- 775 mm
- Wet weight
- 182 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,555 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Tubular diamond, steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rake
- 28.0°
- Rear suspension
- Twin shocks with 5-way adjustable preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 100 mm
- Trail
- 113 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Optional
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 260 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/80-14
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear tyre
- 150/70-13
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Metallic Flat Anthracite Black
Model years
2017
Power: 14 hp (10 kW) → 14 hp (10 kW)
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 125 cm³ | 125 cm³ |
| Power | 14 hp (10 kW) | 14 hp (10 kW) |
| Torque | 11.5 Nm | 11.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 182 kg | 182 kg |
| Seat height | 775 mm | 775 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
No manual shifting
The CVT with centrifugal clutch handles gear changes automatically, making stop-and-go riding simpler.
Adjustable rear preload
Five preload settings let you adjust the rear suspension for different loads.
Belt final drive
The belt drive avoids the chain cleaning and adjustment routine.
Things to consider
ABS is optional
Neither disc brake has ABS as standard, so it requires selecting the optional system.
Substantial weight for a 125 cm³ scooter
At 182 kg wet, the J 125 can take more effort to maneuver in tight spaces and at low speed.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
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
775 mm
Approx. loaded height
745 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.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 13 L at 3.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
371 km
With 10% reserve
334 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2017 Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION make?
It produces 14 hp (10 kW) and 11.5 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm.
What is the seat height of the Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION?
The seat is 775 mm high.
Does the 2017 Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION have ABS?
ABS is optional on the front and rear disc brakes.
What transmission does the Kawasaki J 125 SPECIAL EDITION use?
It uses an automatic CVT with a centrifugal clutch and belt final drive.
