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125 Grand King

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.1 hp/kg
Torque
10 Nm
Engine
124 ccm

2005 Kymco 125 Grand King Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Kymco's allround motorcycle platform, the 2005 Kymco 125 Grand King features a 124.1 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.7 HP (7.8 kW) at 8,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.5 Nm (7 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 86.2 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (8,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 125 Grand King measures 110 kg (243 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.28 kg per horsepower).

Specific Output
86.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (10.28 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–8,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement 124.1 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 10.7 HP (7.8 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Torque 9.5 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.0 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Mechanical
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.75-18
Rear Tyre 3.50-17
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 110.0 kg (242.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0975 HP/kg
Overall Height 1050 mm (41.3 inches)
Overall Length 1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall Width 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Other
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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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All-Round & Adventure
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Very lightweight — easy to handle
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