2004 Honda CR 125 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Honda's cross - motocross motorcycle platform, the 2004 Honda CR 125 R features a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled engine configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches) with a 9.1:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 947 mm (37.3 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1 mm (0 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7.57-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 1983 to 2007, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
947 mm (37.3 in)
Engine
Displacement249.00 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Compression9.1:1
Bore x Stroke54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain
Chassis
Rake29.5°
Trail101 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension46mm inverted Kayaba cartridge fork with 18-position rebound- and 20-position compression-damping adjustability.
Front Travel305 mm (12.0 inches)
Rear SuspensionPro-Link Kayaba single-shock with spring-preload, 30-position rebound-damping adjustability, and compression-damping adjustment separated into low-speed (18 positions) and high-speed (2 turns).
Rear Travel318 mm (12.5 inches)
Wheelbase1,460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/90-21
Rear Tyre100/90-19
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height947 mm (37.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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