1973 Honda CR125 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1973 Honda CR125, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.

Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.

1973 Honda CR125

General Specifications

Engine TypeAir-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder piston-port
Displacement123 cc
Bore × Stroke56.0 mm × 50.0 mm
Compression Ratio8.0:1
Maximum PowerApprox. 22 hp @ 9,000 rpm
Maximum Torque
Carburetor28 mm Keihin | Replacement Options
LubricationPre-mix
Fuel Mix Ratio20:1 | Premix Calculator
IgnitionFlywheel magneto
Spark PlugNGK B9ES
Spark Plug Gap0.6 - 0.7 mm

Transmission

Transmission Type5-speed close-ratio
ClutchWet multi-plate
Primary Reduction3.476
Final ReductionChain drive

Dimensions

Overall Length82.7 in
Overall Width34.6 in
Overall Height44.1 in
Wheelbase54.7 in
Ground Clearance11.8 in
Fuel Tank Capacity1.7 gal
Bearing Sizes Bearing Finder

Chassis

Frame TypeSemi-double cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear SuspensionSwingarm with dual shock absorbers
Front Suspension Travel7.9 in
Rear Suspension Travel3.9 in

Brakes & Wheels

Front Tire2.75 × 21 | Tyre Size Guide
Rear Tire3.25 × 18 | Tyre Size Guide
Front BrakeInternal expanding shoe drum
Rear BrakeInternal expanding shoe drum

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