Honda XR125L User Manual

−Review Motorcycle Safety (pages )
before you ride.
Make sure you understand the function of
the side stand mechanism. (See MAIN-
TENANCE SCHEDULE on page and
explanation for SIDE STAND on page ).
After the engine has been warmed up,
the motorcycle is ready for riding.
While the engine is idling, pull in the
clutch lever and depress the shift lever to
shift into 1st (low) gear.
Slowly release the clutch lever and at the
same time gradually increase engine
speedbyopeningthethrottle.
Coordination of the throttle and clutch
lever will assure a smooth positive start.
When the motorcycle attains a moderate
speed, close the throttle, pull in the clutch
lever and shift to 2nd gear by raising the
shift lever.
This sequence is repeated to
progressively shift to 3rd, 4th and 5th
(top) gears.2.
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Honda XR125L Specifications

General

Compression Ratio	9.2:1
Transmission	5-speed
Fuel System	Carburetor
Front Suspension	Telescopic fork
Front Brake	Single disc
Rear Brake	Drum
Front Tire	90/90-19
Rear Tire	110/90-17
Ignition	CDI
Final Drive	Chain
Engine Type	Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder OHC
Bore x Stroke	56.5 mm x 49.5 mm
Rear Suspension	Swingarm with single shock
Fuel Capacity	12 L
Max. Torque	10.4 Nm @ 6, 500 rpm