Positioned in MBK's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2004 MBK Skyliner 125 pairs a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.4 HP (8.3 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 9.4 Nm (6.9 lb-ft) at 8,500 rpm. With a specific output of 91.9 HP per liter and a 500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,500 rpm) and peak power (9,000 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 Skyliner 125 measures 134 kg (295 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.75 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 774 mm (30.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,480 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.5-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's MBK archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2004 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
91.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.75 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,500–9,000 rpm
Standover Height
774 mm (30.5 in)
Engine
Displacement124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power11.4 HP (8.3 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque9.4 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 6.9 ft.lbs) @ 8500 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke53.7 x 54.8 mm (2.1 x 2.2 inches)
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Wheelbase1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance102 mm (4.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-12
Rear Tyre130/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø190 mm (7.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight134.0 kg (295.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0850 HP/kg
Seat Height774 mm (30.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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