Suzuki RF 125 - 1988 Specifications and Reviews
The 1988 Suzuki RF 125 is an entry-level cross bike designed for amateur riders and beginners seeking affordable off-road performance. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine produces 35 hp, offering responsive handling and manageable power delivery. Best known for its reliability and nimble chassis, the RF 125 remains a popular choice for riders transitioning into competitive motocross.
1988
General information | |
| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Year | 1988 |
| Model | Suzuki RF 125 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | wet plate |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Starter | Kick |
| Fuel control | Membrane & power valve |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. mikuni flat 35 mm |
| Max RPM | 12500 |
| Torque | 30.00 |
| Power | 35.00 |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 100.0 kg (220.5 pounds) |
| Dry weight | 90.0 kg (198.4 pounds) |
Suzuki RF 125 dimensions and frame | |
| Exhaust system | original, not for road use |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3889 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
35 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track65%
City25%
Cornering80%
Daily Riding10%
Touring8%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a race-oriented motocross machine best suited to experienced off-road riders comfortable with a peaky, high-strung two-stroke engine and no road-legal exhaust. |
| Purpose | Built purely for motocross competition, delivering strong power for its tiny displacement and featherweight chassis rather than any form of practical transportation. |
| Rider Fit | Extremely light at around 100kg wet, it rewards active, standing-up riding and quick body-weight shifts typical of motocross technique, favoring smaller, fit riders. |
| Character | A screaming, high-revving 125cc two-stroke with a power valve and flat-slide carb, offering explosive top-end power delivery once it's spinning near its 12,500rpm peak. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for commuting, touring, carrying a passenger, or anyone wanting a comfortable, low-maintenance, road-legal ride. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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