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Cafe 125

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MotoLibrary Score
38 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Top Speed
112 km/h
Engine
125 ccm

2022 Herald Cafe 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Herald's allround motorcycle platform, the 2022 Herald Cafe 125 pairs a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.9 HP (7.2 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 79.2 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 Cafe 125 measures 126 kg (278 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.73 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 740 mm (29.1 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 112 km/h (70 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Herald archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2019 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
79.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.73 kg/HP)
Standover Height
740 mm (29.1 in)
Engine
Displacement 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 9.9 HP (7.2 kW))
Fuel System Carburettor
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 112.0 km/h (69.6 mph)
Exhaust Chrome
Chassis
Frame Type Steel
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Twin shocks
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Wheels Wire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 126.0 kg (277.8 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0786 HP/kg
Seat Height 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black, Red
Notes

UK brand.

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Beginner
A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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Best For
All-Round & Adventure
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Seat Height
74 cm / 29.1 in
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Handling
Very lightweight — easy to handle
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