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Custom - Cruiser · 2001

CL 125-3A

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34 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.09 hp/kg
Torque
9 Nm
Engine
124 ccm

2001 Starway/Chu Lan CL 125-3A Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2001 Starway/Chu Lan CL 125-3A custom - cruiser motorcycle, Starway/Chu Lan pairs a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) twin, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12.5 HP (9.1 kW) while maximum torque reaches 8.8 Nm (6.5 lb-ft) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 100.8 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 CL 125-3A measures 145 kg (320 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.09 HP/kg (11.6 kg per horsepower).

Specific Output
100.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.09 HP/kg (11.6 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Power 12.5 HP (9.1 kW))
Torque 8.8 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.5 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition CDI / Transistorized
Lubrication Wet sump forced lubrication
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Clutch Multiplate wet clutch, cable/hydraulic operated
Driveline Roller chain final drive
Chain Size 428
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Dual hydraulic shock absorbers or hidden monoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Pressure 1.8 bar (26 psi)
Rear Tire Pressure 2.0 bar (29 psi)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0862 HP/kg
Oil Capacity 1.00 litres (1.06 US quarts)
Service & Fluids
Engine Oil SAE 10W-40 4T (API SL/SN / JASO MA2)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Spark Plugs NGK CR8E / CPR8EA-9
Battery 12V 6Ah / 7Ah (YTX7L-BS)
Other
Starter Electric
Electrical 12V 6Ah / 7Ah (YTX7L-BS)
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