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Touring · 1974

125 Sport

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37 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.1 hp/kg
Top Speed
100 km/h
Engine
123 ccm

1974 CZ 125 Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1974 CZ 125 Sport touring motorcycle, CZ utilizes a 123.2 cc (7.5 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11 HP (8 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 89.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 125 Sport measures 112 kg (247 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.18 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,950 mm (76.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 11.5-liter (3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 100 km/h (62 mph).

Specific Output
89.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.18 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 123.2 ccm (7.52 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 11.0 HP (8.0 kW))
Compression 8.8:1
Bore x Stroke 52.0 x 58.0 mm (2.0 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Jikov 24mm
Lubrication Fuel mix
Cooling Air
Max RPM 5750
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet plate
Performance
Top Speed 99.8 km/h (62.0 mph)
Exhaust Single pipe
Chassis
Frame Type Tubular
Front Suspension Forks
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Suspension Twin shocks
Rear Travel 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1950 mm (76.8 inches)
Ground Clearance 84 mm (3.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.00-18
Rear Tyre 3.00-18
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø 160 mm (6.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 112.0 kg (246.9 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0982 HP/kg
Overall Height 1005 mm (39.6 inches)
Overall Length 1295 mm (51.0 inches)
Overall Width 650 mm (25.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity 11.50 litres (3.04 US gallons)
Other
Starter Kick
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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Long Distance Touring
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Handling
Very lightweight — easy to handle
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