MD 125 Super Sport

1970 Maico MD 125 Super Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Maico's sport touring motorcycle platform, the 1970 Maico MD 125 Super Sport utilizes a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 14.5 HP (10.6 kW) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116.9 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 MD 125 Super Sport measures 104 kg (229 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.14 HP/kg (7.17 kg per horsepower). The 13.5-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 115 km/h (71 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Maico archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1970 to 1971, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.