At the heart of the 2024 Kymco VSR 125 naked motorcycle, Kymco features a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.2 HP (7.4 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 10.6 Nm (7.8 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 81.6 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 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 VSR 125 measures 136 kg (300 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (13.33 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,330 mm (52.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
81.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (13.33 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–8,000 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power10.2 HP (7.4 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque10.6 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Bore x Stroke54.0 x 54.5 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks, 33 mm
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionMonoshock, adjustable
Rear Travel46 mm (1.8 inches)
Wheelbase1330 mm (52.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre80/100-17
Rear Tyre110/80-17
Front BrakesSingle disc. Twin-piston. CBS
Front Brake Ø276 mm (10.9 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight136.0 kg (299.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0749 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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