KTM 125 SX - 2025 Specifications and Reviews

The 2025 KTM 125 SX is a lightweight two-stroke offroad machine designed for young riders and beginners entering competitive motocross. Known for its agile handling and responsive 15 hp engine, it delivers an engaging platform for learning fundamental riding skills. The fuel-injected single-cylinder powerplant provides crisp power delivery and reliability across varying track conditions.

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General information

Color OptionsOrange/black/grey
CategoryEnduro / offroad
ModelKTM 125 SX
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

StartingElectric
ClutchWet multi-disc DS clutch, Brembo hydraulics
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling SystemLiquid
IgnitionVitesco Technologies EMS
InductionInjection. Keihin EFI, throttle body 39 mm
Bore x Stroke54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Max Power15.0 HP (10.9 kW))
Capacity:124.8 ccm (7.62 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel Capacity7.20 litres (1.90 US gallons)
Wheelbase1493 mm (58.8 inches)
Ground Clearance359 mm (14.1 inches)
Seat Height958 mm (37.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/Weight Ratio0.1623 HP/kg
Dry Weight92.4 kg (203.7 pounds)

KTM 125 SX dimensions and frame

WheelsSpoked wheels with aluminium rims
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Brake Disc Diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear Tyre2.15-19
Front Tyre1.6-21
Rear Wheel Travel300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear SuspensionWP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Front Wheel Travel310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front SuspensionWP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm
FrameCentral double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel. Aluminum-reinforced polyamide subframe.
 
 

Other specs

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Rake (fork angle)26.1°
Exhaust systemAluminum
Driveline520, Non-sealed chain
Lubrication systemWet sump
Engine typeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Model year2025

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

Best For

Track95%
City10%
Cornering90%
Daily Riding10%
Touring8%
Passenger5%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a full-on motocross competition bike best suited to intermediate through expert off-road riders, not beginners or casual road riders.
PurposeBuilt purely for closed-course motocross racing, it excels at jumps, berms, and rapid direction changes on dirt tracks rather than any street use.
Rider FitThe tall 958 mm seat height, aggressive ergonomics, and demanding 2-stroke power delivery require good rider fitness, strength, and prior dirt bike experience.
CharacterLight, explosive, and razor-sharp in handling, it rewards aggressive riding with a peaky two-stroke power band and minimal weight to manage.
Not Ideal ForIt is not suitable for commuting, highway travel, passengers, or riders seeking comfort, storage, or a forgiving low-end power delivery.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2025 KTM 125 SX Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 958mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2025 KTM 125 SX, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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