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Kawasaki Z125 Performance - 2024 Specifications and Reviews
The 2024 Kawasaki Z125 Performance is an entry-level naked bike ideal for new riders and urban commuters seeking an affordable, fuel-efficient machine. Powered by a lightweight 125cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine with DFI fuel injection, it delivers nimble handling and manageable performance characteristics. Best known for its reliability, low maintenance costs, and responsive acceleration, the Z125 Performance excels in city riding and provides an accessible gateway into the Kawasaki Z family.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2024 |
| Model | Kawasaki Z125 Performance |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 61.0 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 2.63 litres/100 km (38.0 km/l or 89.44 mpg) |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI® with 28mm throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 58.0 x 47.2 mm (2.3 x 1.9 inches) |
| Compression | 11.7:1 |
| Torque | 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM |
| Power | 15.0 HP (10.9 kW)) @ 10000 RPM |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Cast aluminium |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 2-piston caliper. ABS. |
| Diameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 2-piston calipers. ABS. |
| Rear tire | 130/70-17 |
| Front tire | 100/80-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable preload |
| Front wheel travel | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, 37mm |
| Trail | 90 mm (3.5 inches) |
| Frame type | Tubular diamond, steel |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1330 mm (52.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 185 mm (7.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 740 mm (29.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 1935 mm (76.2 inches) |
| Overall height | 1015 mm (40.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Update specs | |
| Factory warranty | 12 Month Limited Warranty |
| Instruments | All-digital instrument panel |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Pearl Storm Gray, Candy Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
15 hp
Peak Power
14.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track25%
City90%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding75%
Touring20%
Passenger15%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginners or new riders who want a genuine motorcycle experience without intimidating power or weight. |
| Purpose | Built as a fun, minimalist commuter and urban runabout rather than a performance or adventure machine. |
| Rider Fit | Very light and low-slung, making it easy to manage for shorter or smaller riders and those less confident with heavier bikes. |
| Character | A playful, styled mini-naked that mimics the aesthetic of Kawasaki's bigger Z-series while staying approachable and cheap to run. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suited for highway touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders seeking strong acceleration and top speed. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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