Allround · 1949
S-125
Technical Overview
1949 Harley-Davidson S-125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Harley-Davidson for the allround motorcycle segment, the 1949 Harley-Davidson S-125 utilizes a 165 cc (10.1 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke layout.
On the scales, the S-125 measures 90.7 kg (200 lbs) dry.
Within MotoLibrary's Harley-Davidson archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 1948 to 1959, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Engine
Displacement 165.0 ccm (10.07 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Fuel System Carburettor
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Girder fork coil spring
Rear Suspension Rigid-
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 90.7 kg (200.0 pounds)
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