Chopper 125

1997 Jawa Chopper 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Jawa for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1997 Jawa Chopper 125 features a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 104.8 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the Chopper 125 measures 122 kg (269 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.11 HP/kg (9.38 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.