Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder - [1994] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder - [1994]

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Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder - [1994]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder
  • Year: 1994 | Type: Off-Road
  • Engine: 124 cc (7.5 ci) 10 Valve
  • Engine Type: V-Twin | Cylinders: 1
  • Engine Stroke: Four | Valve Config: Power Valve
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 96 kgs (211 lbs)
  • Power: 22 bhp (16 kW) @ 9500 rpm
  • Torque: 12.1 lb-ft (16.5 Nm) @ 9000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 189.6 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 105.1 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 19.5 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 19.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 71 mph (114.2 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 15.44 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Kawasaki KMX 125 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1994. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1995 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin and the 1994 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin.This particular Kawasaki KMX 125 has a 124cc Liquid cooled, Four stroke, V-Twin Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute - [2019] image

An alternative V-Twin engine, Off-Road style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute - [2019]

The 1994 KMX 125 shares its V-Twin engine and Off-Road style configuration with the likes of the 2019 Yamaha XSR 700 XTribute and the 2019 Norton Atlas 650 Ranger. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the KMX 125's Off-Road style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1997 Suzuki TS 125 Single Cylinder | 1997cc.1992 Suzuki TS 125 Single Cylinder | 1992cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025] image

The 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 shares the same bhp with the Yamaha WR 250 F - [2025]

In terms of power the 124cc 10 valve V-Twin 1 cylinder engine produces 22 bhp (16 kW) @ 9500 rpm similar to the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm] or the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [9.6 bhp (7 kW) @ 7250 rpm].

The Power Valve Four stroke unit throws out torque of 12.1 lb-ft (16.5 Nm) @ 9000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [17.8 lb-ft (24.2 Nm) @ 8100 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki KMX 125 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Honda GB 500 TT Clubman Tourist Trophy - [1989] image

The 1989 Honda GB 500 TT Clubman Tourist Trophy has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder.

The 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder has a Power to weight ratio of 189.6 bhp per ton and 105.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1994 KMX 125 competing with the 1989 Honda GB 500 TT Clubman Tourist Trophy [214.6 bhp\ton] and the 1999 Suzuki DR 350 SE [214.2 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki KMX 125 generating around 105.1 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1982 Honda CB 550 SC Nighthawk [130.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 2009 Suzuki GSR 400 ABS [129.9 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 19.5 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 19.9 secs, this makes the Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder similar in acceleration to the 2014 Honda VT 1300 CX Fury (19.5 secs) and the 2010 Honda VT 1300 CX Fury (19.5 secs). This Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder - [2002] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder and the 2002 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder

When talking about the performance of the 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 18.4 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2002 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder (18.4 secs) and the 1982 Kawasaki AR 125 Single Cylinder (18.4 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1994 version of the Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder has a maximum speed of 71mph.

Honda CB 250 Jade - [1991] image

Top Speed of the 1994 KMX 125 equals the 1991 Honda CB 250 Jade

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1994 Kawasaki KMX 125 Single Cylinder then how about a 1991 Honda CB 250 Jade (82 mph) and the 1981 Honda CM 250 Custom (82 mph).

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