At the heart of the 2020 Herald Maverick 125 naked motorcycle, Herald utilizes a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.8 HP (7.2 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 78.4 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 Maverick 125 measures 121 kg (267 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.35 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 885 mm (34.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control. The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 97 km/h (60 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Herald archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2018 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
78.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.35 kg/HP)
Standover Height
885 mm (34.8 in)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power9.8 HP (7.2 kW))
Fuel SystemInjection
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed96.6 km/h (60.0 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionTwin shocks
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight121.0 kg (266.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0810 HP/kg
Seat Height885 mm (34.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMatt Black, Silver, Yellow Gloss, Gummetal Grey, Blue Metallic, Green Metallic, Maroon Metallic
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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