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Minibike, cross · 2011

Matador 125

Euro 699. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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37 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.18 hp/kg
Engine
124 ccm

2011 Tauris Matador 125 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Tauris's minibike, cross motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Tauris Matador 125 pairs a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.5 HP (8.4 kW) at 8,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 92.7 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the Matador 125 measures 65 kg (143 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.65 kg per horsepower). The 3-liter (0.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
92.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.18 HP/kg (5.65 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 11.5 HP (8.4 kW)) @ 8600 RPM
Fuel System Carburettor
Ignition CDI
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Conventional fork
Rear Suspension Twin shocks
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.00-14
Rear Tyre 2.75-12
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 65.0 kg (143.3 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.1774 HP/kg
Overall Height 1010 mm (39.8 inches)
Overall Length 1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Overall Width 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity 3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.00 litres (1.06 US quarts)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Blue, red
Light No headlights
Notes

Not street legal.

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